Foundation Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Online United Kingdom
DURATION
2 up to 3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 14,900 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* part-time: £11,100 (£3,700 per year)
Introduction
This Foundation Degree will enable you to develop the necessary technical knowledge and skills required for gaining entry into the exciting world of mechanical engineering. The course has been designed to provide you with a wide breadth of knowledge in order to prepare you for the multi-disciplined elements of working in this industry.
Admissions
Curriculum
The course includes the following subjects:
Full-time
Year 1
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science 1
- Engineering Materials
- CAD (computer-aided design) Techniques and Design
- Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Management Techniques in Mechanical Engineering
Year 2
- Engineering Science 2
- Advanced CAD and FEA (finite element analysis)
- Thermo and Fluids
- Engineering Design
- Engine Technology and Auxiliary Systems
- Project
Part-time
Year 1
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science 1
- Engineering Materials
- CAD Techniques and Design
Year 2
- Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Management Techniques in Mechanical Engineering
- Engineering Science 2
- Advanced CAD and FEA
Year 3
- Thermo and Fluids
- Engineering Design
- Engine Technology and Auxiliary Systems
- Project
Career Opportunities
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Engineering Technicians
- Civil Engineers
Program delivery
Assessment methods
Assessment will be through a mixture of coursework, in-class tests and examinations.