BSc(Hons) Engineering: University of the West of England

Introduction

If you are not sure which branch of engineering to follow, then this degree may be for you. Perhaps you have looked at other named programmes available but none of them actually fits in with your career plans? Are there compulsory subjects in other programmes you really do not want to do? If the analytical aspects of maths in a BEng degree are a particular problem, then the maths content in the BSc degree might be better for you.

This is a programme that is as academically challenging as the BEng degree but gives you a much wider choice of modules, or subjects. This choice allows you to choose a programme of modules that can be tailored specifically to your strengths. It still means that you can end up as an honours graduate, as in the BEng courses, but as it does not necessarily cover the specific mixes required by the professional bodies, it cannot be given the BEng title and, therefore, is not accredited by any of the professional institutions.

Course Content

There is a common first year, with core modules in mathematics, engineering design, computer programming, materials and manufacturing processes, electronics and professional communication skills.

In the second year, core modules include Mechatronics, Group Project and Management. You then choose one of two pathways - materials and manufacturing or mechanical engineering - Manufacturing and Electronics - each following a more specialised pathway exploring areas such as Alternative Energy and Robotics.

Year Three core modules follow on from Year Two's and, as with all engineering degrees, you will also do an individual project.

Careers/further study

A graduate from this programme will have covered a wide range of topics, although normally allied to a particular theme. You will be able to offer a potential employer a breadth of understanding of engineering and should find opportunities within a wide range of engineering disciplines. As an example, recent graduates have found employment as CAD Engineers, Technicians, Mechanical Engineers, Project Managers, and Product Support Engineers.

Entry requirements

Access: Achievement of the Access to HE Diploma (normally Access to Science); achievement of level 3 credits in Maths (to include algebra and calculus), achievement of level 2 credits in Maths and English Language. The Maths Unit at Level 3 must cover the core content for AS Maths

English Language requirements: All students will have a recognised English Language qualification of at least GCSE* grade C or an equivalent such as the British Council's International English Language Test (IELTS) grade 6.0.

Admissions and International Recruitment

Admissions and International Recruitment deals with enquiries and applications for all full-time undergraduate programmes. Contact by

• telephone: +44 (0)117 32 83333
• fax: +44 (0)117 32 82810
• e-mail: admissions@uwe.ac.uk
• letter: Admissions and International Recruitment, University of the West of England, Frenchay Campus, Bristol BS16 1QY, UK