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Course description

Mechanical Engineering encompasses the design, construction and operation of machines, structures and industrial plant 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.

Subjects

Mechanical engineering, Engineering

Entry requirements

Scottish Higher, standard entry requirements: B,B,C,C

  • To include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher.

Scottish HNC, standard entry requirements: Pass

  • Relevant HNC may be considered for entry

Scottish HND, standard entry requirements: Pass

  • Relevant HND may be considered for entry

Don't quite have the grades?

Some courses offer minimum entry requirements, asking for fewer qualifications or lower grades for entry. Universities look at other information, such as your personal experiences and challenges.

Check the course on the university website or contact their student support services.

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Course Type: Full-time
Details
Date: 08/09/2025Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
Venue details

Main Site - Aberdeen

Garthdee House

Aberdeen

Course provider

Robert Gordon University

Main Site - Aberdeen
Garthdee House
Aberdeen

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