BEng (Hons)
Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year
- Foundation Year – Develop core Engineering skills
- Industry-aligned – Gain practical skills in CAD, manufacturing, and thermodynamics
- Flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
- City-centre campuses – London – Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley, Southall
- Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on industry needs.
KEY INFORMATION
Level Of Study
Undergraduate
Duration
3/4 Years
Intakes
October, January, May
Locations
London - Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley, Southall
Study Mode
Blended Learning (1 day online & 1 day in class)
Entry Requirements
Apply without Previous Qualifications
*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.
Modules Include :
Foundation Year:
- Preparing for University Success
- Exploring the Business Environment
- Advancing your Academic Skills
- Becoming an Effective Leader
- Planning for Your Future Success
- Investigation & Innovation Project
Year 1:
- Introduction to Business Economics
- Introduction to Finance
- Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Management Accounting
- Quantitative Methods for Accounting and Finance
- Introduction to Financial Technology
Year 2:
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Performance Management
- Corporate and Business Law
- Security Analysis and Valuation
- Applied Financial Skills
Year 3:
- Corporate Financial Management
- International Finance
- Taxation
- Audit and Assurance
- Investment and Portfolio Management
- Financial Management Project
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Finance Director
- Financial Controller
- Senior Finance Manager
- Audit Director
- Senior Audit Manager
- Investment Manager
- Risk and Compliance Lead
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Specialist
Build in-demand Mechanical Engineering skills employers need
Why Choose a Career in Electricala Engineering?
Do I Qualify?
Why study a Electrical Engineering degree with a foundation year?
The foundation year has been designed for students who have decided to start a career in Electrical engineering or need extra support settling back into education.
Learn flexibly with our three blended learning options delivered at ourLondon – Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley and Southall campuses, helping you to balance studies with work and life commitments.
Choose when you learn with blended learning
Blended learning is a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, designed to help you balance your studies with work, family, or other responsibilities.
We offer timetables for you to choose from in either London – Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley and Southall
Daytime students
2 days of tuition per week: one session on campus and the other session delivered live online
Evening and weekend students
2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on campus or 2 evenings face-to-face on campus and 1 weekend day live online.
Weekend students
Face-to-face sessions on Saturday and online sessions on Sunday
Frequently Asked Questions
A BEng Mechanical Engineering degree in the UK can lead to careers as a Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, or Project Manager. Graduates are employed across industries including aerospace, automotive, construction, robotics, energy, and renewable technologies.
Yes — a mechanical engineering degree is worth it if you want a career in one of the most in-demand engineering fields. Mechanical engineers are valued for their expertise in design, problem-solving, systems management, and innovation, making them highly employable worldwide.
The average mechanical engineering graduate salary in the UK starts at £28,000 to £32,000. With experience, careers such as Senior Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer, or Design Manager can earn £40,000 to £65,000, while senior management and consultancy roles may reach £70,000 to £90,000+.
Yes — many UK universities offer a mechanical engineering degree with a foundation year, designed for students without A-levels or previous qualifications. This entry route builds your mathematical, technical, and analytical skills before progressing to the full degree.
After completing a BEng Mechanical Engineering, you can work in aerospace, automotive design, renewable energy, construction, robotics, and manufacturing industries. Many graduates also pursue Chartered Engineer (CEng) status to increase career opportunities and earning potential in the UK and internationally.