Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is the broadest of the engineering disciplines, concerned with the design, analysis, manufacture, and operation of systems and components that involve the application of forces and the transfer of energy. From the smallest precision components to large-scale industrial machinery, mechanical engineers apply the principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, structural analysis, and dynamics to create products and systems that work reliably and efficiently. It is a discipline with applications across almost every sector of the modern economy, from automotive and aerospace to energy, medical devices, and consumer products.

At the University of Chichester, this BEng programme develops your understanding of mechanical engineering science alongside the practical skills and hands-on knowledge that make the discipline genuinely creative and applied. You will study the fundamentals of mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, and manufacturing processes, and engage in multiple design-build-test challenges with your fellow students, developing the practical engineering instincts and collaborative working habits that professional roles demand. The programme encourages you to think like an engineer from the outset, applying theory to real problems and testing your solutions against physical reality.

The programme includes a foundation year, providing additional preparation before the main engineering curriculum begins, and a sandwich year and work placement, giving you substantial professional experience in an engineering context.

Graduates from mechanical engineering degrees move into roles across a very wide range of industries. Common career destinations include mechanical design engineer, manufacturing engineer, product development engineer, systems engineer, project manager in technical contexts, and roles in the energy, automotive, aerospace, construction, and process engineering sectors. Many graduates pursue professional engineering qualifications leading to chartered engineer status.

Postgraduate study in mechanical or systems engineering is available for those who wish to develop deeper technical expertise.