Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Apply mathematics and science to engineering problems.
- Develop design, modelling and testing skills.
- Work with professional constraints, standards and teamwork.
University of Nottingham · Nottingham
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
A three-year mechanical engineering degree covering design, mechanics, materials and thermodynamics. Suits students with strong maths and physics aiming for engineering careers.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Design engineer
- Project engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Engineering consultant
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- A-levels AAA (IB 34 points); check subject requirements on the course page
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan GCE A-levels accepted; offers are generally equivalent to the UK A-level requirements for the course (e.g. AAA). Students who do not meet the grades can be considered for Foundation Programmes.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no less than 5.5 in any element
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Nottingham.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on nottingham.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Nottingham before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.