Mechanical Engineering encompasses the design, construction and operation of machines, structures and industrial plants used in a very wide range of industries.
Mechanical engineers are constantly striving to produce safer, durable, cheaper, useful and more efficient machines and mechanical systems to benefit us all. These can range from small components to extremely large plant, machinery or vehicles. Mechanical engineers must have the ability to work methodically and logically to solve real-life problems in the face of conflicting requirements. The different pathways that are available on this degree will allow you to choose the engineering subjects you are interested in, and customise the course to meet your own particular interests and career aspirations. The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow.
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
MEng ‘Fast-Track' only
Stage 4
MEng ‘Fast-Track' only
Stage 5
5 Year MEng only
MEng
SQA Higher: ABBB or ABBCC to include Maths and Physics or Technological Studies at Grade B, or Advanced Highers BBB to include Maths and Physics or Technological Studies, plus Standard Grade English if not held at Higher.
GCE A Level: BBC to include Maths and Physics or Engineering or Design and Technology, plus GCSE in English or English Language.
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: AB2B2B2 at Higher Level to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies, plus Ordinary Level English if not at Higher.
IB Diploma: 28, including Maths and Physics/Technological Studies at Higher Level and English.
BEng (Hons)
SQA Higher: BBBC to include Maths, and Physics or Technological Studies at Grade B, or Advanced Higher BBC to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies, plus Standard Grade English if not held at Higher.
GCE A Level: BCC including Maths, and Physics or Engineering or Design and Technology, plus GCSE in English or English Language.
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: B2B2B2C1 at Higher level to include Maths and Physics or Technological Studies at Grade B plus Ordinary Level English if not at Higher.
IB Diploma: 27 including Maths and Physics/Technological Studies at Higher Level Grade plus English.
Alternative Qualifications: Equivalent qualifications, e.g. SQA, BTEC, S/NVQs, overseas qualifications and Access programmes will be considered on an individual basis. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience are welcomed.
Degree Link Programme: A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges may be considered for Stage 3 entry.
Placement
The ‘fast-track' version of the MEng course involves summer industrial placements following years 3 and 4, enabling completion of an MEng in 48 months. Eligibility for this route will be confirmed at the end of year 2.
Professional Accreditation
The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The MEng provides you with the full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The BEng (Hons) course requires further study at Masters Level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
If you are a Scottish resident or EU national you are not liable to pay fees and should apply to SAAS for funding.
Students from other parts of the UK should visit the appropriate website:
Scholarships
Locally-based companies recognise the value of an engineering education at Robert Gordon University and they have made available a number of different scholarships for the financial support of selected undergraduate students. The following scholarships are available to students on this course: Talisman, Wood Group, Bureau Veritas, Petrofac and AMEC.
UK/EU Students
International Students
All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
For further information see Student Finance pages
All applicants must apply online at www.ucas.com/students/apply.
Once you register and create your username and password you are guided through the process of applying. After submission, log in to your UCAS Track account and you can see the progress of your application, view and respond to your offers.
Our graduates are highly sought after, many gaining employment in the global oil and gas engineering sector. However, opportunities also exist in many other areas of mechanical engineering such as aerospace, transport, marine technology, health and bioengineering. Our graduates are employed in roles such as: senior technical engineer, design engineer, commissioning engineer, project engineer, contracts manager and principal mechanical engineer.
