Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing - BEng (Hons)

University of Nottingham

How do we design and manufacture the next generation of smarter, faster, and more sustainable products? Our BEng Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing equips you with the skills to turn ideas into reality.

You’ll explore advanced manufacturing, sustainable engineering, and cutting-edge industry technologies. This hands-on course focuses on real-world problem-solving, with exciting design and project work. In your final year, you’ll work on a major project to showcase your skills.

Whether you want to work in aerospace, automotive, or renewable energy, this course prepares you for a great engineering career. You'll have access to the latest manufacturing research facilities, including robotics and 3D printing techniques, gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard technologies.

Through individual and group projects, you'll develop innovative solutions that meet industry needs. Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills ensure you graduate ready to succeed in the evolving world of engineering.

Beyond technical knowledge, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the responsibilities of a professional engineer. You’ll explore the societal and environmental impacts of engineering decisions, learning ethical risk management and sustainable design principles.

**Why choose this course?**


- 9th in the UK for Manufacturing and Production Engineering (The Complete University Guide 2024)


- Top 15 in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (The Times and Complete University Guide 2024)


- Globally ranked among the top 100 universities for Engineering & Technology (QS World University Rankings 2024)


- First UK engineering department to achieve the Athena SWAN Gold Award for gender equality


- 7th in the UK for Research Power (Research Excellence Framework 2021)


- Accredited by leading professional bodies including IMechE, RAeS, IET, and IED Exceptional career prospects with competitive graduate earnings (Discover Uni 2021-22)


- Flexibility to specialise in areas like aerospace, automotive, sustainability, and more in your final year


- Opportunities to engage in impactful research in sustainable energy and advanced materials


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Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering