Mechanical Engineering Bachelor & Master in London
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Jobs & Career Perspectives
Career perspectives for Mechanical Engineering
15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Current jobs
Among graduates of Mechanical Engineering who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Specialisations within Mechanical Engineering
- Fluid Mechanics
- Machine Design and Solid Mechanics
- Materials Engineering and Processing
- Automation and Control
- Thermal Engineering
Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Mechanical Engineering
- Ability to solve problems using logic and creative approaches
- Numerate and computer literate with analytical skills
- Ability to plan and prioritise
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
- Cost/value- consciousness
- Ability to pay attention to details
- Ability to communicate with others
- Ability to work as part of a team
Required skill level of job after 15 months
Among graduates of Mechanical Engineering who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Jobs of graduates of Mechanical Engineering (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Mechanical Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University
| 45% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 15% | Sales occupations |
| 15% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Engineering professionals |
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Mechanical Engineering, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
FAQ
The price of rent in London has the highest impact on overall living expenses. Your choice of where to live in London will make a huge difference to your costs of living. Students studying in London pay on average 67% more on rent than students in the rest of the UK. Overall student living costs in London will be approx 34% more than in the rest of the UK.