MEng Engineering
Course options
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Master of Engineering
- UCAS Course Code
- H101
- Typical Offer
- AAB (specific subject requirements apply)
- Contextual Offer
- BBB
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2024
Why you should choose us
Course Overview
Choose an engineering course that is tailored to your interests and fast-track your journey to becoming a chartered engineer with our four-year MEng degree.
You’ll benefit from our connections with local industry right from the start of your course. You’ll get a taste of the many career paths engineering will open up to you, through mentors and role-models, site visits, and short-term internships and placements. We actively encourage you to develop your networking abilities and make the most of our industrial contacts throughout your studies. You’ll also have the option of participating in our annual Select partnership scheme and UEA’s Engineering internship schemes to enhance your learning even further.
This course offers you the first steps to becoming a Chartered Engineer, presenting all the learning experiences and opportunities for industrial connections that will support your aspirations. Our engineering courses follow an integrated programme structure for the first year. This broadens your insight into the wealth of opportunities that are available to you as a student of engineering, as you forge your future career pathway.
This MEng Engineering course delivers the learning outcomes and skills required of a graduate engineer seeking Chartered Engineer status. You'll also be able to tailor your engineering studies to your interests, selecting from our catalogue of optional modules. Our general engineering course presents an opportunity to access resources and experience from across UEA Schools such as Environmental Sciences and Computing Sciences, your learning can match your personal and career ambitions.
For your first three years, you’ll follow the same programme as our BEng Engineering course. Then in your final year, you’ll focus on a multidisciplinary design project. This major team-based project will mark the culmination of your engineering studies and will encourage you to expand your learning in partnership with industry. You’ll work from a real-world industrial brief and you’ll be encouraged to undertake site visits so that you can develop proposals, designs, and operations supported by financial considerations. You’ll consider the project planning, implementation, and delivery in association with risk, all themes fundamental to engineering businesses. You’ll then present your proposals to professional engineers.
We produce pioneering graduates with the intellectual flexibility to support a changing industry. Our Master’s degree in engineering establishes a new breed of highly versatile engineers who can span the boundaries of the engineering disciplines, adapt to change, and find solutions to society’s biggest challenges. This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purpose of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Accreditations
This course is professionally accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). It fully meets the academic requirements for the award of Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, which may be achieved following a period of experiential learning in employment (also known as initial professional development or IPD) as established by the Engineering Council.
Completing an accredited course enables you to demonstrate to employers your knowledge, abilities, skills, and competencies as specified in the Engineering Council's UK-SPEC.
Professionally recognised engineers can benefit from improved career prospects and higher earning potential. This accreditation is an international recognition and can also pave the way to further career opportunities abroad.
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Study and Modules
Structure
In your first year, you’ll work on introductory design projects and build your capacity in engineering mathematics and principles. You’ll study numerous engineering disciplines, with introductions to mechanical, energy, and electrical and electronic engineering being delivered through experimentation and problem solving.
The broader considerations of professional engineers will lead to discussions on the role of engineering in several contexts such as the economy, sustainability, and the climate change crisis, to name a few.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
On entry into the School of Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics, you’ll explore the concerns of today’s engineers and the pivotal role engineers play in shaping society’s response to the societal challenges of our time. You’ll participate in an inter-university national competition in partnership with Engineers Without Borders, and understand how engineers serve society, contributing to national economies while working to protect the environment. You’ll consider the potential of hydrology and solar power and develop skills to help you deal with uncertain data sets.
Assessment
In Year 1, your assessed performance does not count towards your final degree. We therefore use this first year to expose you to the range of assessment-types that you may encounter as you progress through your degree. You will also receive instruction in areas like report-writing and presentations to secure your knowledge and capacity to perform. You’ll use your soft engineering skills in the group work assessments and competition opportunity presented to you in this initial year of study.
Structure
Building on themes from the first year, your degree will further your mathematical abilities and support your development in the fields of electrical, electronics, solid and structural mechanics. You’ll undertake an engineering design project that will integrate all the disciplines that you have studied in mechanical, energy, structural, and electronic and electrical engineering, allowing you to apply your learning and demonstrate your development as an engineer.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 40)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
During the second year, you’ll develop your group-work skills by operating as a small consultancy to solve a design challenge. The breadth of this design work will require you to integrate your design solutions across engineering disciplines to ensure success. Previous projects have considered vertical farming and an electrical battery car design.
Assessment
In Year 2, you will be allocated to a small design consultancy team that will work together to present assessed design reports. However, like many modules, the design module will also allow you to demonstrate your individual skills, such as graphical communication and/or design calculation, applied to a complex design challenge. Other module assessments will involve traditional examinations, small regular tests, and tailored coursework problems.
Structure
In your third year, we’ll encourage you to take ownership of elements of your learning through the exploration of a detailed project, based on your specific interests. This could involve experimentation, research, practical prototyping and construction, circuit assembly, or computer modelling.
This experience will help you define your path towards a specific career. When an opportunity presents itself, we will link these individual projects to explore real engineering problems. For example, a recent student carried out a project to implement Lean Management techniques within a local engineering company.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 60)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Year 3 encourages you to explore the range of options available to you to define your engineering credentials. You’ll also deepen your learning experience through the pursuit of independent study. You’ll choose what you wish to study and define how you wish to study it, supported by academic staff.
Further to this, active learning through the design and test of control systems, which forms part of this year’s core module delivery, will give you hands-on laboratory time to demonstrate your digital skills within a growing area of engineering expertise.
Assessment
Year 3 assessment is dominated by your double credit project module. For this large piece of assessed work, you’ll apply your engineering skill set to deliver projects that demonstrate your computational skills, your software skills, your data analysis skills and your practical laboratory skills, as determined to a greater or lesser extent by you. In your study of control systems, you’ll be assessed in a demonstration of the practical and applied aspects of your learning, as you adopt a reflective and iterative approach to the design of control systems. Beyond this, your optional module selection will determine your remaining assessment types. By this stage of your academic journey, you’ll be aware of what type of learner you are and be able to identify your preferred methods of assessment. Knowing this, you’ll be able to select your optional modules to maximise your academic performance.
Structure
In your final year, you’ll undertake a major multidisciplinary design project. The team-based project will encourage you to explore the breadth of your learning in a real industrial context.
The project will typically be based on a real client brief, acquired or adapted from industry, and presented to you in the autumn term. You’ll work within your team to explore the brief, carry out site visits, and develop proposals for your client. You will then present your proposals to professional engineers.
Outside of the design project, you will build your digital skill set in computational analysis. Your optional module selection will let you further define your capabilities and interests in pursuit of graduate employment.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 80)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
In the final year, you’ll harness all your learning and experience to showcase your talents to industry through an industrial group project. This will demonstrate your development as an engineer who is a digitally literate, effective communicator, capable of dealing with complex problems. You’ll also develop rigour and accuracy in the application of computational methods, which are essential to the development of safe engineering practice.
Assessment
The engineering group project will be your main focus in the final year of your MEng degree. It combines many of the assessment tools that you will have encountered in previous years of study, such as presentation delivery, report writing, computational work, and data processing. These assessments are an opportunity for you to demonstrate your engineering skill set.
In Year 4, you once again have the freedom to select optional modules that enable you to demonstrate your full graduate capability. This programme presents a varied assessment strategy, enabling all students to achieve irrespective of their preferred mode of assessment.
Entry Requirements
- A Levels
- AAB including A in Mathematics and A in one of the following subjects: Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology. A-Level General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. If you are taking an EPQ and three A-levels, we may offer you a one grade reduction on our advertised typical offer alongside an A in the EPQ.
- T Levels
- Obtain an overall Pass including a A in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. Subjects accepted: Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control and Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing.
- BTEC
- Extended Diploma: DDD. Applicants studying BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering must be studying either Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics OR Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians. Grade Distinction will be required in these modules. See below for accepted subjects and combinations.
- Contextual Offer
A Level – BBB (including Mathematics and Further Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Design Technology or Computing Science)
Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element.
BTEC L3 Extended Diploma – DDM
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
- Scottish Highers
- AAAAA. Only accepted in combination with Scottish Advanced Higher grade B in Mathematics and grade B in Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology.
- Scottish Advanced Highers
- BBC including Mathematics grade B and one of the following at grade B: Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Irish Leaving Certificate
- 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3, including Mathematics at H2 and one of the following at H2: Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology.
- Access to HE Diploma
- Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 36 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 9 credits at Level 3, including 12 credits in Mathematics and 12 credits in one of the following: Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology.
- International Baccalaureate
- 33 points including HL6 in Mathematics and HL6 in Further Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Design Technology or Computing Science.
- GCSE
You are required to have English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above and Mathematics at a minimum of Grade B or Grade 5 or above at GCSE.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
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- Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Hub. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required, the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Intakes
This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year.
Additional Information or Requirements
Extended Diploma: DDD. Applicants studying BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering must be studying either Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics OR Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians. Grade Distinction will be required in these modules.
Diploma: DD plus A at A-Level Mathematics.
Extended Certificate: D plus AA at A-Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Design Technology or Computing Science.
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes such as - BEng Engineering with a Foundation Year
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
We welcome and value a wide range of alternative qualifications. If you have a qualification which is not listed here, or are taking a combination of qualifications, please contact us via Admissions Enquiries.
International Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country.
INTO University of East Anglia
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:
International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering
International Foundation in Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences
Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
View our information for Tuition Fees.
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:
Employability
After the Course
As a UEA Engineering graduate, you’ll have excellent career prospects across a breadth of industries. Your contact with our industrial partners throughout your engineering degree will support your personal development and give you the confidence to reach your graduate career goals. Our international, national, and local industrial partners understand the potential that UEA students bring to their organisations and are ready to support your development across the four years of your course.
Careers
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
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Public or private sector engineering
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Mechanical engineering
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Electrical engineering
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Electronic engineering
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Energy engineering
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Manufacturing and supply chain
Discover more on our Careers webpages.