BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Sandwich Year in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

Our Mechanical Engineering degree is crafted to develop your confidence and technical abilities while fostering an understanding of engineering's broader societal, ethical, sustainable, and economic implications. You'll acquire hands-on expertise to thrive as a professional engineer, with the academic foundation needed to advance into leadership positions. The initial year establishes core engineering principles, followed by deeper exploration of mechanics, manufacturing, energy systems, and design—often through collaborations with industry leaders like Nissan, BAE Systems, and Rolls-Royce. Northumbria's BEng in Mechanical Engineering spans three years, with an optional placement or study abroad year extending it to four. The curriculum also includes cutting-edge mechanical engineering topics and a cross-disciplinary Level 7 project for those pursuing an MEng qualification.

Career readiness is integrated throughout Northumbria's Mechanical Engineering curriculum. Our instruction emphasizes real-world application of professional competencies through independent research and industry partnerships. Engagement with NGOs, professional associations, educational institutions, and other universities highlights mechanical engineering's vital role in building a sustainable future. You'll build expertise within a structured, nurturing environment that mirrors professional practice. The program prioritizes industry connections and employability, offering industrial placements or international study between your second and third year. Faculty will guide you in exploring diverse engineering career paths, while our specialized Careers Service assists with part-time jobs, placements, and graduate employment. Graduates emerge fully prepared for technical or managerial engineering roles, with pathways available to our MEng (Hons) or MSc programs for further specialization.