3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Design at Oxford Brookes University blends mechanical engineering fundamentals with a strong focus on design, innovation, and creativity.
Year 1: Students are introduced to the foundations of mechanical design, mathematics, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), engineering mechanics, and materials science.
Year 2: The curriculum covers thermofluids, dynamics, stress analysis, electronics, and design for manufacturing, along with teamwork-based design projects.
Year 3 (Industry Placement): Students take part in a year-long industrial placement, gaining valuable real-world experience in professional engineering settings.
Year 4: In the final year, students engage in advanced modules such as sustainable engineering design, control systems, and a major individual design project.
Throughout the course, students use professional tools such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software, gaining practical and analytical skills.
The program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), meeting partial requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Lab Access & Equipment: Access to modern design and prototyping labs, including 3D printers, CNC machines, and wind tunnels.
• Practical Modules & Capstone Projects: Includes real-world design challenges and industry-sponsored group projects.
• Internship/Placement Year: Industry placement opportunities with top engineering and design firms across the UK and beyond.
• Student Societies/Competitions: Participate in Formula Student, Design Challenge competitions, and engineering societies for hands-on learning and networking.
• Unique Selling Point (USP): Strong emphasis on design-led mechanical engineering supported by industry experience, ideal for careers requiring creativity and problem-solving.
• Graduate Employment Rate: While exact data is not published, Oxford Brookes has strong ties with industry partners, resulting in high graduate employment in technical roles.
• Career Support: Students benefit from career workshops, one-on-one mentoring, placement fairs, and mock interviews provided by the university’s career centre.
• Industry Links: Collaborations with companies such as BMW, Siemens, and Formula Student UK, offering strong industry exposure and networking opportunities.
• Postgraduate Options: Opportunities to pursue MSc in Mechanical Engineering Design, MSc in Engineering Management, or specialized courses in automation and robotics.
• Accreditation Value: Accredited by IMechE, helping students progress toward professional recognition (CEng).
• Job Roles: Graduates can enter fields such as automotive engineering, aerospace systems, product design, robotics, energy systems, and manufacturing consultancy.
65% in All India Senior School Certificate Examination / Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard 12 / Indian School Certificate (Year 12).IELTS 6.0 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking. A Levels: BBC, IB Points: 30, UCAS Tariff Points: 112.GCSE: Maths grade 5/B minimum; English Language grade 4/C minimum normally required
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