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University degree

Mechanical Engineering

University of Aberdeen
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
Worth knowing: about 20% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course

Mechanical engineering combines principles from mathematics and physics with creativity, problem-solving and teamwork skills to design, manufacture, operate and maintain physical machines and systems. Mechanical engineers work at the forefront of some of the biggest technological challenges we face today, such as providing sustainable energy and intelligent transport systems, designing medical devices and developing machines and systems to increase food production or explore the outer frontier of space. You will study topics such as fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials science and learn how to use advanced computer-aided engineering tools and techniques to prepare you for a career in production, process or manufacturing engineering.

Our teaching is supported by world-class facilities, including laboratories dedicated to particular areas of work such as satellite communications, computer-aided design, electrical machines, materials testing, laser welding, hydraulics and fluids, large structures and geotechnics.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
96-111 pts5%
144-159 pts20%
160-175 pts20%
176-191 pts5%
192-207 pts5%
208-223 pts25%
240+ pts25%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
100%
In professional / skilled jobs
80%
Continue past first year
87%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£35,000
After 15 months
£32,000
3 years on
£39,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
87%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback86%
Academic support58%
Well organised88%
Learning resources97%
Student community91%
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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 University of Aberdeen's own site.
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Career data: role, pay and progression profiles built for Careermash's careers engine; AI-impact estimates from Anthropic's observed AI-usage telemetry and OpenAI's AI Jobs Transition Framework. Course data: HESA / Discover Uni, including Graduate Outcomes, LEO and the National Student Survey. Apprenticeships: IfATE-published standards, approved only.

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