Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest and most fundamental engineering disciplines, applying expertise in mathematics, physics, and materials to conceive, design, and produce the mechanical systems and devices that the modern world depends on. From the engines that power aircraft and vehicles through precision manufacturing systems, medical equipment, consumer products, and the renewable energy technologies the transition to a sustainable economy requires, mechanical engineers work on the challenges that matter most to society. This four-year full-time degree at Queen's University of Belfast includes a sandwich year, giving you substantial professional experience alongside your academic formation.

You will develop a thorough grounding in the theoretical and applied aspects of mechanical engineering, covering areas including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structural analysis, dynamics, materials science, manufacturing processes, and the design methodologies that professional engineers use. The programme cultivates a range of technical, personal, interpersonal, and professional skills, reflecting the reality that effective engineers need to communicate, collaborate, and lead as well as to solve technical problems. Queen's emphasis on developing sustainable engineering solutions means you will engage with the environmental dimensions of your discipline alongside its technical foundations.

The sandwich year provides twelve months of professional engineering experience.

A typical entry tariff of 136 UCAS points reflects an accessible admissions standard for a technically demanding programme. Graduates from mechanical engineering at Queen's are well placed for careers across aerospace and automotive engineering, energy systems, manufacturing, product design, materials science, consulting, and a wide range of other industries where mechanical engineering expertise is in demand. Many pursue Chartered Engineer status through the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.