BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (with an industrial placement year) in Brighton United Kingdom | University of Sussex

This program equips you to guide cross-disciplinary teams in designing advanced systems, from renewable energy solutions to automotive powertrains and aircraft propulsion systems. The optional industry placement year provides valuable hands-on experience while maintaining academic support from Sussex.

Our cutting-edge research directly informs your education. Through the Dynamics, Control and Vehicle Research Group and Thermo-Fluid Mechanics Research Centre, we pioneer advancements in vehicle systems and efficient propulsion technologies. You'll learn in our Future Technologies Labs, featuring advanced computing resources and modern robotics equipment, plus a specialized manufacturing space with CNC machines and additive manufacturing tools. Customize your studies with electives in CAD or computational fluid dynamics, and engage in hands-on projects involving control systems, vibration analysis, or aerodynamic design through initiatives like Formula Student.

Throughout your studies, you'll receive guidance from dedicated faculty advisors and peer mentors.

Professional Recognition
This IMechE-accredited program fulfills the academic requirements for Incorporated Engineer status and partially satisfies Chartered Engineer qualifications. Learn more
Boost your career prospects through our optional placement program. Securing these industry opportunities (with support from our career specialists) helps develop professional skills through:

employer connections
application assistance
interview preparation.