About Mechanical Engineering Meng in University of Portsmouth
With huge advances in technologies for transport, healthcare and robotics, there’s never been a more exciting time to train as a mechanical engineer.
This 4-year MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering integrated Master's degree course is similar to our 3- year BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering course. The difference is you'll study more advanced topics leading to a Master's degree at the end of the course.
You'll study the design, development, manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of engineered products. You'll get to specialise in advanced subjects such as sustainable development and computer-aided engineering and have the option to get involved in UP Racing - the University's Formula Student team.
In your final year, you'll complete a major group engineering project. This is normally linked to the University's research and commercial activities, giving you relevant experience in the field.
Careers and opportunities
There's currently a shortage of talented engineers in the UK and abroad, so there will be many opportunities open to you when you graduate.
What can you do with a Mechanical Engineering degree?
Previous graduates have gone on to work in areas including:
- design
- research and development
- product manufacture
- project management
What jobs can you do with a Mechanical Engineering degree?
Graduates from this course have gone on to work as:
- mechanical engineer
- product design engineer
- aerospace engineer
- application engineer
Other graduates have set up successful businesses with help and support from the University.
After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
Academic qualification equivalents
- If you have an average of 75% or above in the 12 Standard (State Board) examinations or 70% in the Central Board, we'll consider you for admission onto an undergraduate course such as a Bachelor's degree. You must have studied relevant subjects and achieved strong grades.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: A minimum of IELTS band 6.0, with no component below 5.5.
- TOEFL iBT: For most of our Bachelor's degrees, you need a score of 79 with a minimum of:18 in Reading 17 in Listening 20 in Speaking 17 in Writing Some courses, especially those with a high level of discussion and writing, require higher scores. You can see course-specific details on the individual course pages.
- PTE: 54 points, with a minimum of 51 in each component.
University of Portsmouth Highlights
Type of Institution |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Endowment |
9.9 Lakhs GBP |
Number of Campuses |
2 - Langstone Campus and University Quarter |
Percentage of International Students |
26% |
Total number of Professors |
1,126 academic and Research staff |
Student Satisfaction Rate |
Secured 88% Student Satisfaction |
Graduate Job Rate |
97.5% |
International fee |
£11,250 per annum |
Type of Academic Programs |
UG, PG, Ph.D., research and Pathway Courses |
Mode of Program |
Full time |
Average Graduate Salary |
£13,900 - £15,900 a year |
University of Portsmouth Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Expenses |
Estimated cost in pounds |
Undergraduate Fee |
£13,900 – £15,900 approx |
Postgraduate Fee |
£13,900 – £15,900 approx |
Accommodation |
£5000 approx |
Cost of living |
£7000 - £10,000 approx |
Placement year fee |
£2400 |