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This is your future

Mechanical engineering

Get ready to join a global community that helps brilliant thinkers turn inspiration into reality, encouraging innovation, experimentation and creative thinking.

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Congratulations to our offer-holders!

We are delighted to have made you an offer to study Mechanical Engineering at The University of Manchester.

From tackling humanitarian crises to protecting the environment, engineers make a global impact. We are here to start you on your own journey as a mechanical engineer.

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All our courses are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

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Mechanical Engineering at Manchester

Hear from some current students and staff.

Find out more about the exciting opportunities a degree in Mechanical Engineering at Manchester brings.

Meet one of your lecturers

Meet Dr Philip Bonello, a lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, and stream his taster session on mechanical systems.

Discover who we are

We love helping students to discover their passion for Mechanical Engineering here in our Department.

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A playground for engineers and material scientists

The largest UK university engineering building in the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.

Welcome to your new home of engineering and materials. Within the walls of this new campus, you will be able to enjoy innovative learning spaces and modern facilities that will enhance your university experience, in time for our full opening in September 2022.

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VIDEO: Where ideas come to life

"Connect, collaborate and create"

Discover how our engineering and materials sciences disciplines come together and bring ideas to life!

VIDEO: Inspiring future engineers

Professor Daneille George

Danielle tells us what the University is doing to attract the next generation of engineers and talks to some of our female students to find out what inspired them.

Meet the architect

Otto Diesfeldt, one of the architects behind MECD gives us his first impression of the completed building.

The future of learning

Find out about our revolutionary blended learning facilities and study spaces

The student perspective

Students share their impressions of what blended learning looks like and the benefits they feel will help them during their studies.

Take a virtual tour

Explore our specialist lecture theatres and labs in this virtual tour of Engineering Building B

See our 360° labs : Explore our Engineering Building B

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Having welcomed our staff and students back to campus this year, find out how our University is keeping everyone as safe as possible.

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Peer assisted study scheme sessions offer you the opportunity to gain support, advice and help with your studies from students. These students have been in the same position as you, and are able to share their experience. 

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Everything you need to know about student finance, and the funding available to you as an undergraduate student for Mechanical Engineering.

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Why I chose to study at Manchester

Rutvik Perera, Mechanical Engineering

Rutvik chose Manchester because of the city’s connectivity and affordability (“cheaper than London!”), and enjoys the variety and flexibility of his course… plus getting to grips with the incredible equipment we have here.

Mechanical Engineering society

Connect with Mechanical Engineering students and alumni to make friends as well as start creating professional networks in industry.

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Supporting your future

Career opportunities for mechanical engineering graduates are as diverse as the field itself. You could be coming up with new ideas or managing complex systems. Our graduates go into careers in the automotive, biomechanics and manufacturing industries, as well as further study or research.

  • Employability rate: 95% (15 months after the course, source Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019)
  • Average salary: £28,000 (15 months after the course, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019)

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Hear Adrian's great advice about finding the right career pathway for you.

Read Adrian's blog : Do what motivates you – Adrian Harwood

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VIDEO: Engineering alumni panel

Watch the recent engineering alumni panel where our alumni talk about their time studying at university and their careers since.

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Graduate Alice completed a graduate scheme with Schneider Electric that exposed her to different areas of and roles in engineering.

Read Alice's blog : Mechanical engineering alumna Alice

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Parents and carers event

Watch a recording of our parents / carers and supporters session for courses within the School of Engineering on 27 January 2022.

This session was directed for parents to find out more information and ask questions about your chosen course and the University.

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Mechanical Engineering - on demand

Revisit your Mechanical Engineering session from the recent virtual undergraduate open day.

Stream now : Explore the recordings of previous engineering online sessions

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Remind yourself how much your course at Manchester has to offer you.

Follow the relevant link for details about the course you have an offer for:

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  • Mechanical Engineering with Management BEng
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Ready to take the next step and confirm your place at Manchester? Visit UCAS Hub to accept your offer. 

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