MEng Mechanical Engineering

At the University of Portsmouth, the MEng Mechanical Engineering program places a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on experience, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world scenarios and gain confidence in their engineering skills.

• Industry-Focused Projects: Throughout the course, students engage in live projects often developed in collaboration with industry partners, helping them understand what it's like to work in professional engineering environments and solve real challenges.

• Placement Year Opportunities: Students have the option to undertake a year-long industrial placement between their third and final years. Past students have secured placements at renowned engineering firms such as BAE Systems, Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and Siemens, gaining valuable exposure to professional practice and building strong networks for future employment.

• Laboratory-Based Learning: From the very first year, learners get to work with state-of-the-art labs, including thermofluid mechanics facilities, materials testing labs, and CAD/CAM suites, ensuring that theoretical knowledge is always reinforced with practical application.

• Student Projects and Competitions: The University encourages participation in national and international engineering competitions, such as Formula Student and the IET Present Around the World contest. These experiences foster teamwork, innovation, and the ability to deliver under pressure—just like in real industry roles.

• Global Perspective: Students also have access to international exchange programs and can participate in collaborative engineering projects abroad, offering a global outlook on engineering solutions and boosting cultural awareness in a professional setting.

By embedding experiential learning throughout the course, the University of Portsmouth ensures its graduates leave not just with knowledge, but with the practical experience, technical confidence, and industry readiness to thrive in diverse engineering careers.

At the University of Portsmouth, students studying MEng Mechanical Engineering benefit from a wide range of dedicated career development services designed to support their professional growth every step of the way.

• The Careers and Employability Service at Portsmouth offers individual career coaching, CV and cover letter support, mock interviews, and access to exclusive job listings and industry-led workshops.

• Students also have the opportunity to engage in career fairs, on-campus recruitment events, and networking sessions with professionals from leading engineering companies.

Employability:

Graduates from the MEng Mechanical Engineering program are highly valued by employers in a variety of industries due to their strong foundation in mechanical design, manufacturing systems, materials science, and problem-solving skills.

Many go on to work in prestigious companies such as BAE Systems, Airbus, Jaguar Land Rover, Rolls-Royce, and Siemens, taking up roles such as:

• Design Engineer

• Project Engineer

• Manufacturing Engineer

• Automotive or Aerospace Engineer

• Product Development Specialist

• Maintenance and Reliability Engineer

The course’s integrated master’s structure ensures that students graduate not just with technical knowledge, but with the critical thinking, leadership, and innovation skills needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of engineering.

Further Academic Progression:

For those wishing to continue their academic journey, graduates are well-prepared to pursue doctoral research (PhD) in specialized fields of mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or undertake postgraduate qualifications in related areas such as:

• Renewable Energy Systems

• Robotics and Automation

• Engineering Management

• Data Science and AI

• MBA with an Engineering focus

The MEng degree also meets the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status in the UK—an important step for those seeking to gain professional recognition and advance into senior technical or leadership roles.