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University degree

Mechanical Engineering

The University of Bath
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Combine numeracy with detailed subject knowledge and initiative to solve complex engineering problems that improve the world we live in. This course is closed to applications from Home students for September 2026 entry. We are still accepting applications from Overseas students.

Combine numeracy with detailed subject knowledge and initiative to solve complex engineering problems that improve the world we live in. Our course teaches you how to use physical science, mathematics and computing to assess engineering systems. You'll combine this with creative innovation, and a focus on design and business to help give you the well-rounded set of skills professional engineers need.

At Bath, we take pride in playing a part in developing our students to not only fulfil their potential but also to prepare them for the challenges engineers face in the world beyond university. With this in mind, our course complements your engineering knowledge with transferable skills like complex problem solving and critical thinking.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
128-143 pts2%
144-159 pts9%
160-175 pts16%
176-191 pts12%
192-207 pts21%
208-223 pts14%
224-239 pts7%
240+ pts14%
How they qualified
95% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel95%
baccalaureate5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
95%
In work or further study after
90%
In professional / skilled jobs
97%
Continue past first year
92%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£33,000
After 15 months
£36,000
3 years on
£46,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
92%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching95%
Assessment & feedback91%
Academic support83%
Well organised91%
Learning resources87%
Student community87%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Bath's own site.
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