Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Navarra

Program Overview

The Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Navarra's Tecnun School of Engineering equips you with a strong foundation in designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems, machines, and components for maximum efficiency, minimal weight, and low vibrations—all while building your creative, entrepreneurial, and innovative skills. It's perfect for students from scientific-technological high school backgrounds who love numbers, abstraction, technology, hands-on projects, and teamwork, especially if you have a solid English level since the entire first year can be in English.

Curriculum structure
First Year
You'll kick off with a broad engineering base, diving into Engineering Materials to understand how substances behave under stress, Mechanics I for foundational physics of motion and forces, and Mathematics I to sharpen your problem-solving tools. This year sets you up with essential skills in calculation and design, often fully in English, while fostering a conceptual vision for real-world mechanical projects.

Second Year
Building momentum, you'll tackle Resistance of Materials to analyze how structures withstand loads, Machine Theory exploring mechanisms and kinematics, and Fluid Mechanics for understanding liquids and gases in systems. These courses hone your ability to design components that transmit motion efficiently, preparing you for more complex machinery.

Third Year
Here, innovation ramps up with Methodology of Design teaching systematic product creation, CAD/CAM for computer-aided modeling and manufacturing, and Prototypes where you build and test real models. You'll integrate these to improve mechanical elements, blending theory with practical hacking projects like Arduino programming or 3D printing.

Fourth Year
Capstone challenges await, including Workshop Design for advanced system assembly, pathway-specific electives like Making and Hacking for multidisciplinary DIY projects, and a final project applying everything to industrial processes. This year polishes your expertise in thermal engineering, automation, and project management, paving the way for professional roles or the integrated Master in Industrial Engineering.

Focus areas
Design and improvement of mechanical systems, thermal engineering, machine calculation, graphic techniques, automation processes, and multidisciplinary projects like Hacking & Making with Arduino, additive manufacturing, and app development.

Learning outcomes
Acquire a conceptual vision for designing equipment, machines, and processes; skills in effort transmission, vibration minimization, and efficiency optimization; plus creative, teamwork, and entrepreneurial abilities certified by the EUR-ACE international seal.

Professional alignment (accreditation)
EUR-ACE accredited for meeting top engineering standards; aligns with ministerial requirements (CIN/311/2009) for advancing to Industrial Engineer via the Master in Industrial Engineering.

Reputation (employability rankings)
Tecnun graduates are highly sought for their project-ready skills in design, manufacturing, and innovation; the program's industry-aligned training leads to strong employability in mechanical, energy, and automation sectors.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the University of Navarra's Tecnun School of Engineering, our Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering puts you right in the heart of hands-on learning, where you'll build real-world skills using state-of-the-art facilities designed for tackling actual industry challenges. From day one, you'll work in scientific-technological laboratories equipped with cutting-edge machines, gaining expertise in designing, prototyping, and optimizing mechanical systems, components, and processes with a focus on efficiency, minimal weight, and low vibrations. You'll dive into practical projects through the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials at both Tecnun and CEIT, blending coursework with applied research in areas like mechanics, materials, fluid mechanics, and automation.

Here are some standout ways our program turns theory into practice::
- Advanced laboratories: Access scientific-technological labs at Tecnun with state-of-the-art machines for hands-on experiments in machine elements, fluid mechanics, resistance of materials, manufacturing technology, and more—perfect for prototyping and testing real designs.
- CAD/CAM and design software/tools: Master specialized tools like CAD/CAM, modeling and simulation techniques, and techniques for design and creativity through dedicated subjects and workshops.
- Group projects and workshops: Collaborate on prototypes projects, workshop design I/II/III, and end-of-degree projects where teams tackle industrial challenges in mechanics, automation, and systems.
- Internships: Secure paid internships in national and international companies, building your resume with real engineering experience.
- Research integration: Join the Mechanics and Materials department at Tecnun and CEIT for applied and basic research across five key areas, including hands-on involvement in industrial constructions, energy technology, and vehicle technology.
- Exchanges for global exposure: Partner with top universities like MIT, Stanford, Penn State, and Singapore University for study abroad that includes practical projects.

Imagine applying all this to launch your career—our program even holds the EUR-ACE seal for engineering excellence. Ready to take the next step? Let's chat about your application today.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At the University of Navarra's Tecnun School of Engineering, our Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering puts practical skills front and center, so you're not just learning theory—you're building real-world expertise right from the start. You'll dive into hands-on work in state-of-the-art scientific-technological laboratories equipped with cutting-edge machines, tackling actual technological business challenges that mirror industry demands. Through the Mechanics and Materials Department—shared between Tecnun and the CEIT research center—you'll gain deep involvement in applied and basic research across key areas, designing and improving mechanical systems, components, and processes for maximum efficiency.

This experiential approach ramps up with dedicated opportunities like these:
- Internships and exchanges: Secure placements in national and international companies, plus study abroad at top schools like MIT, Stanford, Penn State, or Singapore University to apply your skills globally.
- Research labs and departments: Access specialized labs in the Mechanics and Materials Department at Tecnun and CEIT for hands-on research in mechanics, materials, and related fields, including project development for structures, equipment, and automation processes.
- Group projects and design focus: Work on team-based design, development, and improvement of mechanical elements, systems, and devices—core to the curriculum, certified by the EUR-ACE seal of excellence for professional engineering standards.
- Industry-relevant tools and facilities: Use state-of-the-art machines in scientific-technological labs for practical challenges; while specific software isn't listed, the program emphasizes real equipment for transmitting motion, minimizing vibrations, and optimizing efficiency.