Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)
University of South Wales
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) and other courses in Mechanical Engineering at University of South Wales for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mechanical Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in 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 | £26000 | £27500 | £32000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £30500 | £21500 - £33000 | £23500 - £39000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Engineering
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29750 | £31542 | £37045 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25540 - £33016 | £25315 - £38559 | £29562 - £45197 |
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Course Description
This four-year Master of Engineering (MEng) course in Mechanical Engineering is the highest award for undergraduate study in engineering and is designed for more able students. Combining our BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree with Masters-level material, it allows you to further distinguish yourself with an advanced set of professional and technical skills. The Mechanical Engineering course also removes the need to source further funding to study a Masters-level qualification.
On completion, you will be better placed to compete in the graduate jobs market and enter more demanding and rewarding roles. The MEng course is also ideal if you want to become a registered Chartered Engineer as it meets the Engineering Council’s educational requirements to gain Chartered Engineer (CEng) status – the highest standard within the industry.
Mechanical Engineering degree allows you to use your analytical and mathematical skills to solve real-life problems. Mechanical engineers are sought-after in all types of industries, from food processing to pharmaceutical manufacture, as well as in high-profile sectors such as automobile and aerospace.
This is a modern mechanical engineering degree that is relevant to a range of industries. You could design, analyse, research and test anything from wind turbines to turbojet engines. It has been developed with engineering professionals and forms the educational base for Chartered Engineer status, with a period of further learning. We have strong links with industry and place considerable emphasis on student projects. We also encourage industrial placements as part of a sandwich year option.
This Mechanical Engineering degree is based in our Treforest campus. USW Treforest is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the warm and friendly welcome and community atmosphere, as well as the convenience of living and studying in the same place.
From listed buildings to new, modern structures, Treforest reflects the University’s history and its ambitions. Here you will find everything you need in one place - halls of residence, the library and sport centre, cafes and bars to eat and drink, and friends to spend time with.
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 University of South Wales
| 29% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 13% | Customer service occupations |
| 13% | Administrative occupations |
| 11% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 7% | Customer service occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 4% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 4% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 4% | Secretarial and related occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Mechanical Engineering
All Mechanical Engineering courses of University of South Wales
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)
| EU | £9000 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
| International | £12600 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Students have access to a wide range of resources including textbooks, publications, and computers in the University’s library and via online resources. In most cases they are more than sufficient to complete a course of study. Where there are additional costs, either obligatory or optional, these are detailed on the University website (on individual course pages). Of course students may choose to purchase their own additional personal resources/tools over and above those listed to support their studies at their own expense. All stationery and printing costs are at a student’s own expense.
Students from Wales and the EU may be eligible for a means-tested Welsh Government Learning Grant. Please visit the University website for full details.
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:
January 1, 2025
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)
University Rankings
Positions of University of South Wales in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of South Wales in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #4
- #74
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- Mechanical Engineering
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About University of South Wales
The University of South Wales is a government funded university in Wales, and its campuses are located in Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd. The university is the result of the merging of the University of Glamorgan and the University of Wales, in Newport. Each campus shares an equal importance for the university, each providing its own series of facilities for distinct uses.
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Micro-mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | The University of York | - | 6% | 7% | £9250 | £28800 | 142 | York | On campus Full-time |
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Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year (Yr 3 abroad) MEng (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 75% | 2% | 3% | £9250 | £28600 | 156 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time |
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Aero-Mechanical Engineering MEng | University of Strathclyde | 76% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £26700 | 231 | Glasgow | On campus Full-time |
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Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Master's) MEng (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 81% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £18800 | 121 | Poole | On campus Full-time |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng | University of Huddersfield | 65% | 10% | 11% | £9250 | £17600 | 104 | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time |
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Mechanical Engineering (with a Year in Industry) MEng (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | 71% | 10% | 0% | £9250 | £25300 | 169 | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | University of Bristol | - | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £29300 | 208 | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | 83% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £40940 | 220 | London | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
