Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 60 graduates of Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mechanical Engineering.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Mechanical Engineering
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mechanical Engineering at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29000 | £34000 | £38000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26000 - £34000 | £27500 - £40000 | £32000 - £49000 |
All Mechanical Engineering courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Mechanical Engineering
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29750 | £32593 | £36674 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25540 - £33016 | £25849 - £39165 | £29608 - £44848 |
All Mechanical Engineering Courses in the UK
Course Description
Do you want to push the boundaries of engineering to solve complex problems to improve the sustainability and efficiency of the world we live in? This course will give you opportunity to combine your initiative, numeracy skills and detailed subject knowledge to make modern industry work better for us all.
Mechanical engineering plays a vital role in many industries including aerospace, manufacturing, medicine, renewable energy and Formula 1. In fact, there is little in our daily lives that isn’t touched by mechanical engineering innovations, from the cars we drive to the way our food is processed.
As well as taught sessions, you’ll have access excellent manufacturing research facilities, including robotics and 3D printing techniques. You will also apply your knowledge in individual and group project settings.
Mechanical and manufacturing engineering share a common programme for the first two years, where you will learn the fundamentals of engineering science and design. In the third year you will specialise in mechanical engineering options.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
| 65% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Costs
Tuition Fees Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £28600 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £28600 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2026
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
H300
University Rankings
of The University of Nottingham
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 33 different rankings
Positions of The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Nottingham in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #10
- #11
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- Mechanical Engineering
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #3
- #24
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- Mechanical Engineering
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 11 November, 2024]
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- #3
- #88
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- Mechanical Engineering
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 01 September, 2024]
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- #6
- #116
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
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- #6
- #126
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- Mechanical Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 33 university rankings of The University of Nottingham
About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
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Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 27810
- postgraduates:
- 7620
- Total:
- 35430
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Electrical and Mechanical Engineering MEng | University of Strathclyde | 95% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £26700 | 231 | Glasgow |
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Electrical and Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 66% | 10% | 5% | £9250 | £34800 | 205 | Edinburgh |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | Ulster University | 92% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £16320 | 166 | Coleraine |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | - | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £28600 | 183 | Nottingham |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | Nottingham Trent University | - | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £17150 | 134 | Nottingham |
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Mechanical Engineering with Management MEng (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 84% | 5% | 6% | £9250 | £24800 | 164 | Aberdeen |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | - | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £34800 | 210 | Edinburgh |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | University of the West of Scotland | 96% | 20% | 5% | £9250 | £16000 | 156 | Paisley |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 81% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 193 | Loughborough |
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Mechanical Engineering / Computational Engineering and Design with Industrial Placement Year MEng (Hons) | University of Southampton | 99% | 5% | 8% | £9250 | £27400 | 161 | Southampton |
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FAQ about Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) The University of Nottingham
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £29000 15 months after graduation, £34000 3 years after graduation and £38000 after graduation.
- Managers, directors and senior officials (65%), Process, plant and machine operatives (5%), Engineering professionals (5%), Skilled trades occupations (5%)
- The University of Nottingham achieved the highest ranking for Mechanical Engineering. It is ranked #11 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Mechanical Engineering). See all subject rankings for The University of Nottingham.
- Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at The University of Nottingham.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 183 which makes it one of the 9.84% most difficult courses to enter among all Mechanical Engineering students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 11 November, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 01 September, 2024