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Course summary
There is no product that exists in the world that has not been engineered – from the smallest computer chips using nanotechnology to the biggest structures, such as bridges and the world’s tallest buildings. All engineering comes down to one thing and that is the need to solve a problem – how can I make it better? How can I make it more useful? Mechanical and Manufacturing engineering concentrates on the design and manufacture of machines, from the smallest parts to large systems, covering industries as diverse as automotive, aerospace and medical. So if you have ever wondered how you can make an F1 racing car go faster or how we can design and build the next generation of space exploration, then mechanical and manufacturing engineering is for you.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HH37
- Institution code:
- U20
- Campus name:
- Derry~Londonderry
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - BBC
Grades BBC
One subject from Chemistry, Technology and Design, Design and Technology, Double Award Life and Health Sciences, Double Award Science/Applied Science, Engineering, Electronics or Environmental Technology.
Reduced offer: Grades CCC
One subject from Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma in a relevant Engineering subject area (not Advanced Manufacturing Engineering) with DMM overall award grades to include a Merit in Engineering Principles and Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
OR
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a relevant engineering subject area
with DDD overall. Also requires at least Merit in a unit of Applied or Further Mathematics and in a unit of Mechanical Technology or Mechanical Principles.
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The following qualifications are acceptable in particular combinations and/or with A-Level(s) -
NB Subject requirements must be met as outlined above.
BTEC Level 3 QCF Subsidiary Diploma, BTEC RQF National Extended Certificate,
BTEC Level 3 QCF 90-credit Diploma, BTEC Level 3 RQF National Foundation Diploma,
BTEC Level 3 QCF Diploma, BTEC Level 3 RQF National Diploma.
Entry equivalences can also be viewed in the online prospectus at http://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/entrance-requirements/equivalence
Please contact Admissions (contact details below) for further information about acceptable combinations for entry to this course.
The Faculty of Computing and Engineering accept combinations of A Levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/National Extended Certificate and BTEC National Diploma. For further information on the requirements for this course please contact Faculty admissions staff by T: +44 (0)28 9036 6305 or E: compeng@ulster.ac.uk .
Entry equivalences can also be viewed in the online prospectus at http://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/entrance-requirements/equivalence.
Access to HE Diploma
Overall profile of 63% (120 credit Science/Technology/Engineering Access Course) (NI Access Course); to include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 63% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Overall profile of 15 credits at distinction and 30 credits at merit (60 credit Science/Technology/Engineering Access Course) (GB Access Course). GCSE English & Maths grade C/4.
Scottish Higher - BBCCC
To include minimum of BB in Mathematics and a science subject. English and Maths required at Standard Grade 1, 2 or 3.
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
To include Mathematics and a science subject. English and Maths required at Standard Grade 1, 2 or 3.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 25 points
To include 12 at Higher Level and to include minimum grade 5 in Mathematics and another Higher Level science subject. Grade 4 in English Language also required in overall profile.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. Higher Level subjects must include Mathematics with a minimum H5 and a minimum H6 in one of the following - Physics / Chemistry / Physics/Chemistry / Biology / Technology / Engineering / Technology & Design Design & Communication Graphics.
NB APPLICANTS NOT STUDYING HIGHER LEVEL MATHS If an applicant is studying Ordinary Level Maths but has 2 of the other subjects listed at Higher Level we can make an offer for 112 pts with a minimum of a H5 and H6 in the required subjects they are are studying. ('Higher Level subjects must include a minimum H5 and a minimum H6 in two of the following - Physics / Chemistry / Physics/Chemistry / Biology / Technology / Engineering / Technology & Design / Design & Communication Graphics')
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics Grade C or above (or equivalent). GCSE Grade C (or above) in English Language (or equivalent).
GCSE Mathematics Grade B/5 if offering GCE A Level Technology and Design, Design & Technology, Engineering , Electronics, Environmental Technology. NOTE: applicants presenting any of the above and who only have GCSE Maths Grade C, then Double Award Science at BB or above can be taken in conjunction with GCSE to top-up.
HNC (BTEC) - D
HNC in Electrical, Electronic, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering subject.
Overall Distinction (with distinctions in 75 Level 4 credits) for year 1 entry only. GCSE Maths grade C/4.
HND (BTEC) - M
HND in Electrical, Electronic, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering subject. Overall Merit (with distinctions in 45 Level 5 credits). HND applications may be considered for Year 2 entry where the curriculum sufficiently matches that of the Ulster University full - time Year 1 course. GCSE Maths grade C/4.
GCSE Mathematics Grade A or above (or equivalent) if presenting only one or a combination of Design and Technology, Engineering or Electronics as the specified subject/s for this course.
GCSE Mathematics Grade C or above (or equivalent) if presenting another of the specified subjects for the course with or instead of Design and Technology, Engineering or Electronics.
GCSE Grade C (or above) in English Language (or equivalent).
English language requirements for international applicants
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 3 other mechanical engineering courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAA
- Highest grades
- CCD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4750 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £4750 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17010 | Year 1 |
| International | £17010 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Further information about full time undergraduate fees can be found at https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/undergraduate
Please note that fees for NI and ROI students have not yet been confirmed for 2025/26 by the Department for the economy and so there is likely to be some increase on the above publish fee.
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