Subjects
Mechanical engineering
What is Mechanical engineering?
Engineering degrees cover all things related to developing, providing, and maintaining infrastructure, products, and services that society needs – from researching how to manufacture a product to building bridges and roads. Physics and maths are always core ingredients, but for mechanical engineering there is also a heavy focus on IT and business. Mechanical engineers tend to focus on the development and processes of products ranging from small components to large machinery.
What will I study?
Sample modules:
Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Mechanical Science
Computer-Aided Engineering and Structural Mechanics
Project Management and Product Development
Why study Mechanical engineering?
Mechanical engineering is currently in the career shortage category so there is a high rate of employment for new graduates including company-run graduate training programmes.
Many universities offer heavily practice-based courses and often offer opportunities for work placements to gain first-hand industry experience.
Students usually develop strong numeracy and computer skills as well as a creative and innovate approach to resolving issues.
Potential career routes
Energy and utilities
Transport
Defence
Automotive
Production and manufacturing
Similar areas of interest
Business
IT
Mathematics
Management
Electronic/civil/aeronautical engineering
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