Mechanical Engineering
Course Code: UF4933, UX4934
Level: 5
Subject area: Engineering, Automotive & Marine
Awarding body: University of Plymouth
Qualification: Foundation Degree
Course type: Full-time, Part-time
Time of Day: Daytime
Duration: Two years (full-time), three years (part-time)
When you'll study: Fridays 9am-6.15pm (part-time)
Full Fee
| Full-time | £14,900 (£7,450 per year) |
| Part-time | £11,100 (£3,700 per year) |
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.
For more information about this course please read the Programme Quality Handbook which contains programme specifications and module information.
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
We welcome applications from those who have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including maths and science, and one or more of the following:
- 48 UCAS tariff points
- a BTEC National Certificate/Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject
- an Advanced Apprenticeship
- a level 3 qualification in mathematics
- a level 3 qualification in a related subject
- T level pass in an appropriate subject area
- equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.
Should the entry requirements not be met then individual cases will be considered.
Assessment will be through a mixture of coursework, in-class tests and examinations.
On successful completion you may be able to progress to the final year of the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Design and Manufacture or BEng Mechanical Engineering degrees at the University of Plymouth or gain employment in the industry.
Fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2021/22 (August 2021 – July 2022). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2022/23.
If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course. (Please note: this does not apply to Foundation Degrees or Access to Higher Education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding.)