BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Key Facts

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Duration

Three years

Location

Direct Connect to University of Staffordshire after 1st Year

Overview

The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree awarded by the University of Staffordshire allows you flexibility to complete the full programme at APIIT Sri Lanka, or transfer seamlessly to the University of Staffordshire after your first year to graduate in the UK.

On this course, we will take you through exciting developments in automation, advanced manufacturing and other new technologies fuelling Industry 4.0. You will also develop a strong underpinning in engineering principles, including thermodynamics and mechanics of fluids or structures. As well as building your technical knowledge, you will learn modern business philosophies and leadership skills. This will give you lots of transferrable skills for the business world and the confidence to manage projects and teams.

If you wish to transfer to the University of Staffordshire for the second year our Visa Support Team will guide you through the transfer process assisting you with your visa applications and arrival in the UK.

Teaching & Learning

You will be taught via a mix of lectures, seminars, tutorials, debates and practical sessions, from which you will learn about the relevance of Biomedical Science to a variety of contemporary issues. The focus will be on applying your knowledge in the real world. You will graduate with a creative approach to problem-solving, have teamworking and persuasive communication skills, and show confidence in managing time, projects and resources.

You will use resources including books, journals and digital databases, social media resource banks and more to immerse yourself in each discipline. To build further links, there will also be career talks, visits and guest speakers from industry. You will learn from staff who bring a wealth of experience in Mechanical Engineering and research expertise.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules:

Applications of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 1 (20 credits)

Engineering Design and Practice (20 credits)

Engineering Mathematics 1 (A-Level) (20 credits)

Engineering Mathematics 1 (Non A-Level) (20 credits)

Engineering Mechanics (20 credits)

Engineering Professional Development (20 credits)

Engineering Thermofluids (20 credits)

Year 2

Compulsory modules:

Control System Analysis (20 credits)

Engineering Mathematics 2 (20 credits)

Engineering Product Commercialisation (20 credits)

Manufacturing Systems and Quality Management (20 credits)

Mechanical Design And Structures (20 credits)

Sustainability Group Project (20 credits)

Year 3

Compulsory modules:

Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics (20 credits)

Engineering Project (40 credits)

Manufacturing Technology and Operations (20 credits)

Modern Power Plant Technologies (20 credits)

Structural Analysis And FEA (20 credits)

Admission Requirements

One of the three options gives you the opportunity to register with us.

1) GCE Advanced Level (Mathematics Stream – Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry)

Sri Lankan exam: 2C passes and 1S pass including a C pass for mathematics or physics or
Cambridge or Edexcel exams: 2C passes and 1S pass including a C pass for mathematics or physics or
Any combination totalling to 16 points from the following tariff scheme: GCE Advanced Level Grade (Sri Lankan/Cambridge/Edexcel/NCUK IFY)
- A – 10 points
- B – 08 points
- C – 06 points
- D/S – 04 points
- E – 02 points

And

GCE/GCSE Ordinary Level – Credit Passes (Grade 4) for English

2) NCUK International Foundation Year

2C passes and 1S pass including a C pass for mathematics or physics or
Any combination totalling to 16 points from the tariff scheme above in point 1.

And

A ‘D’ for English for Academic Purposes

3) Equivalent Qualification

Career Opportunities

Here are few opportunities that suit you best:

Mechanical Construction Engineer
Mechanical Engineering Consultant
Production Engineer
Product Designer
Quality Engineer
Structural Engineer

Special Remarks

As part of the enrolment process, we will advise you on the financial commitment for this degree programme and the requirements for a smooth transition, should you plan to transfer to the University of Staffordshire following the completion of your first year.

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APIIT Sri Lanka is a reputable higher education institution established in partnership with the University of Staffordshire in the UK. APIIT also has academic liaisons with prestigious universities from Australia, Malaysia and Thailand.

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Key Facts

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Duration

Three years

Location

Direct Connect to University of Staffordshire after 1st Year

Overview

Teaching & Learning

Modules

Admission Requirements

Career Opportunities

Special Remarks

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