Integrated Design Engineering MEng (Hons) with professional placement
Program Overview
This five-year engineering program provides a comprehensive education in design, materials, manufacturing, and mechatronics, culminating in a professional placement in year three. Students develop skills in problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork, preparing them for careers in high-technology industries as multidisciplinary design engineers. Graduates have worked for renowned companies such as AB Dynamics, BAE Systems, BMW Mini, and Rolls Royce.
Program Outline
Outline:
This course lasts 5 years with professional placement, starting in September 2025 and ending in 2030. Welcome week starts on 22 September 2025.
Year 1
- Design, materials and manufacturing 1 (10 credits)
- Engineering mathematics (10 credits)
- Mechatronics (10 credits)
- Responsible engineering practice (10 credits)
- Solid mechanics 1 (10 credits)
- Thermofluids 1 (10 credits)
Year 2
- Control and mechatronics (10 credits)
- Design, materials and manufacturing 2 (20 credits)
- Engineering computation (10 credits)
- Solid mechanics 2 (10 credits)
- Thermofluids 2 (10 credits)
Year 3
- Professional placement (60 credits)
Year 4
- Group design and business project (30 credits)
- Human centred design (7.5 credits)
- Mechatronic design project (10 credits)
- Product design and development (5 credits)
- Reverse engineering (7.5 credits)
Year 5
- Design optimisation project (5 credits)
- Major individual design project 1 (10 credits)
- Major individual design project 2 (30 credits)
- Final year options (15 credits)
Assessment:
- Coursework
- Practical work
- Presentations
- Projects
- Report
- Written examination
Teaching:
- In-person learning on campus, supported by high quality online provision.
- In your first year, you'll typically have around 15 to 20 hours of timetabled sessions a week, made up of lectures, seminars, and laboratory classes. Most contact hours throughout your course will be in person, enhanced by some online delivery which will make up a small amount of contact hours, depending on your programme and year of study, and chosen optional units. This may be supplemented by activities such as a few online learning sessions (not live), skills development sessions, and personal tutorials.
- In later years, the amount of timetabled sessions on campus may vary based on the options you choose, with a greater emphasis on independent learning. Project and dissertation units will generally have fewer scheduled sessions to allow you time for your independent work. This may also mean the number of hours of timetabled sessions each week will vary within a year.
- Overall workload and independent learning
- Outside your timetabled contact hours, you're expected to carry out independent learning and assessment activities to support your studies. Typically, you should expect to spend a total of 35 to 40 hours on scheduled sessions and independent study each week. Examples of independent activities may include:
- individual research
- reading journal articles and books
- working on individual and group projects
- working through problem sheets
- preparing coursework assignments or presentations
- revising for exams
Careers:
Graduates have many skills making them attractive to prospective employers, including problem solving, creativity, numeracy and teamwork. They often hold specialist and managerial roles in high technology industries in engineering and manufacturing or pursue academic and research careers with further study.
- AB Dynamics
- BAE Systems
- BMW Mini
- Crux Design
- Dyson
- GKN Aerospace
- Jaguar Land Rover
- nPower
- Rolls Royce
Other:
- This course is for creative engineers who want to design and develop innovative products. You’ll be equipped for a career as a multidisciplinary design engineer.
- Our graduates have many skills making them attractive to prospective employers, including problem solving, creativity, numeracy and teamwork. They often hold specialist and managerial roles in high technology industries in engineering and manufacturing or pursue academic and research careers with further study.
- AB Dynamics
- BAE Systems
- BMW Mini
- Crux Design
- Dyson
- GKN Aerospace
- Jaguar Land Rover
- nPower
- Rolls Royce
Tuition fees Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home or Overseas student. Learn how we decide fee status Tuition fees Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students. Extra costs The following course-related costs are not included in your fees: Computer and drawing equipment You will need to budget for a laptop or PC and invest in some basic drawing equipment. Read more about the laptops and equipment we suggest. How to pay Tuition fee loans Read more about tuition fee loans Scholarships and bursaries This is in addition to your student loan and you do not have to pay it back. Read more about bursaries and scholarships Other payment options You can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card or bank transfer.
University of Bath
Overview:
The University of Bath is a leading UK university with an international reputation for teaching and research excellence. It is known for its vibrant, friendly campus located in a historic city. The university is highly ranked for overall performance, student satisfaction, and graduate employment.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Bath join a multicultural community on a vibrant campus. The university offers opportunities for placements and study abroad, helping students prepare for their careers through real-world experience.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High Rankings:
The university is highly ranked for overall performance, student satisfaction, and graduate employment.Vibrant Campus:
The university boasts a vibrant and friendly campus with a multicultural student community.Real-World Experience:
Students have opportunities for placements and study abroad, providing valuable real-world experience.World-Leading Research:
The university's research is improving lives and changing the world, with a focus on tackling issues of global significance.Academic Programs:
Other:
The university is committed to reducing its environmental impact through ethical food sourcing, waste management, and generating sustainable energy. It also engages with the local community, supporting local students and collaborating with local organizations.
Entry Requirements:
British qualifications
A level
A AA or A A B A AA or A A B in three A levels including A in Mathematics and A in Physics
Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level.
A level
A AAB or A A BB We consider any application based on its merits, including your background and circumstances, including through: Origin of qualifications Select the country where your qualification comes from. Australia Belgium Bulgaria Canada China Croatia Cyprus Denmark European Baccalaureate France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary India Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Lithuania Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Romania Russia Singapore South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Thailand Turkey Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States of America British qualifications A level Typical offer A AA or A A B A AA or A A B in three A levels including A in Mathematics and A in Physics Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level. A level Contextual offer A AAB or A A BB We consider any application based on its merits, including your background and circumstances, including through: Origin of qualifications Select the country where your qualification comes from. Australia Belgium Bulgaria Canada China Croatia Cyprus Denmark European Baccalaureate France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary India Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Lithuania Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Romania Russia Singapore South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Thailand Turkey Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States of America International Baccalaureate 7, 7, 6 at HL International Baccalaureate Diploma 36 points overall and 7, 7, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Physics and 7 in either HL Mathematics. Read more about how we consider the IB Diploma. Standard Level in essential subjects. Mathematics is required at Higher Level. In exceptional circumstances we may be able to consider you if you are studying Standard Level Physics. Our typical offer in this instance would be 36 points overall with 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 7 in either HL Mathematics plus 7 in Standard Level Physics. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme We consider applicants studying the IBCP on a case-by-case basis based on the individual IB certificates and vocational qualifications you study within the programme. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered. Read more about how we consider IB Certificates and common vocational qualifications. Your remaining qualifications must include sufficient Engineering and Physical Science content. International Baccalaureate Certificates If you are studying IB subjects as part of the IB Diploma programme, you will usually need to complete the full diploma programme to be considered. If you do not follow the IB Diploma programme, we can consider stand-alone IB Higher Level Certificates either on their own or combined with other qualifications. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered. Read more about how we consider IB Certificates. Your remaining qualifications must include sufficient Engineering and Physical Science content. International Baccalaureate Typical offer 7, 7, 6 at HL International Baccalaureate Diploma 36 points overall and 7, 7, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Physics and 7 in either HL Mathematics. Read more about how we consider the IB Diploma. Standard Level in essential subjects. Mathematics is required at Higher Level. In exceptional circumstances we may be able to consider you if you are studying Standard Level Physics. Our typical offer in this instance would be 36 points overall with 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 7 in either HL Mathematics plus 7 in Standard Level Physics. International Baccalaureate Contextual offer 7, 6, 6 or 7, 7, 5 at HL We consider any application based on its merits, including your background and circumstances, including through: Origin of qualifications Select the country where your qualification comes from. Australia Belgium Bulgaria Canada China Croatia Cyprus Denmark European Baccalaureate France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary India Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Lithuania Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Romania Russia Singapore South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Thailand Turkey Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States of America Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF D DD plus A at A level BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (RQF) D DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus grade A in A level Mathematics. You must be studying A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. We are able to consider BTEC qualifications in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering and prefer you to study as many units as possible in Physical Science. We may also be able to consider BTEC qualifications in Applied Science, Construction and the Built Environment, and Building Services. BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates We accept Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Certificates alongside A levels or in combination with each other. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered. Read more about how we consider BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates. You must be studying A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. Your remaining qualifications will need to include sufficient Physics or Physical Science units. Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF Typical offer D DD plus A at A level BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (RQF) D DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus grade A in A level Mathematics. You must be studying A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. We are able to consider BTEC qualifications in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering and prefer you to study as many units as possible in Physical Science. We may also be able to consider BTEC qualifications in Applied Science, Construction and the Built Environment, and Building Services.
