BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Offshore Engineering Bachelor's degree at Robert Gordon University
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Offshore Engineering at Robert Gordon University. You'll engage with core engineering theory alongside hands-on project work, research methods, and specialist options that let you tailor your learning to emerging technologies in the oil, gas and marine sectors.
About this course
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Offshore Engineering is a Bachelor's degree (BEng (Hons)) at Robert Gordon University, based in Garthdee Campus. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Engineering graduates from this provider, 100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 75% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £50,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Engineering, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Limited evidence Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 100% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 75% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Stage 1 8 modules
- Introduction to Electronics and Electrical EngineeringCore
- Mathematics 1ACore
- Professional SkillsCore
- Statics and DynamicsCore
- Introduction to Design, Materials and ManufactureCore
- Mathematics 1BCore
- Product DevelopmentCore
- Thermofluids 1Core
Stage 2 8 modules
- Electrical PowerCore
- Mechanical Design ACore
- Mechanics of SolidsCore
- Thermofluids 2Core
- DynamicsCore
- Electrical and Electronic DesignCore
- Mathematics 2Core
- Mechanical Design BCore
Stage 3 8 modules
- Engineering and the EnvironmentCore
- Mathematics 3Core
- Project Management, Team-Working and LeadershipCore
- Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and ControlCore
- Engineering Analysis 1Core
- Group Project (Engineering Stage 3)Core
- Industrial PlantCore
- Offshore EngineeringCore
Stage 4 7 modules
- Control and InstrumentationCore
- Engineering Analysis 2Core
- Honours Project (Engineering)Core
- Oil and Gas Engineering ACore
- Oil and Gas Engineering BCore
- Plant PerformanceCore
- Safety, Risk and Principles of Engineering ManagementCore
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study mechanical and offshore engineering, progressing from core mathematics and mechanics through to specialist options and a final individual project. A course like this normally begins with Engineering Mathematics, Mechanics & Materials, and Design & Practical Skills, covering calculus, statics, dynamics, materials behaviour, CAD and workshop practice. In Year 2, you'll typically move into the discipline core, such as Thermodynamics & Fluids or Circuits & Systems, alongside Engineering Analysis & Computing and a team-based Group Design Project reviewed to industry standards. In Year 3, you'll choose from specialist options such as Robotics & Mechatronics, Energy & Sustainability, Civil & Structural, or the Chartered (CEng) pathway, then complete a substantial Individual Project alongside Professional Engineering Practice, which covers safety, ethics and sustainability.
Who it's for
You're suited to this course if you have a solid grasp of physics and mathematics, an interest in how offshore infrastructure works, and the drive to understand real-world engineering challenges. You'll find it rewarding if you enjoy moving between theoretical concepts and practical application, designing on paper, then testing ideas through simulation or laboratory work. The part-time structure appeals to working engineers seeking to formalise or deepen their qualifications whilst keeping their jobs. You'll need to be self-directed; part-time study demands discipline and motivation to juggle coursework alongside other commitments. If you're curious about emerging areas such as subsea technology, renewable energy systems or structural resilience, this programme gives you space to specialise.
Careers & job market
Across engineering degree programmes nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of completing their degree. Among those in employment, 80% are in highly skilled work or continuing study. National earnings data shows graduates typically earn £29,000–£35,000 at the 15-month point, rising to £26,775–£37,800 after three years and £33,150–£46,800 after five years. Offshore engineering sits within a sector that values specialist qualifications; this degree opens paths into design, operations, inspection, and project management roles across energy, utilities and marine industries.
University & format
This BEng (Hons) is delivered part-time at Robert Gordon University, a University founded in 1750, based at Garthdee Campus. Taught in English, the degree is a nationally recognised qualification from a UK degree-awarding body. The University is. Please check the university's funding pages for information on bursaries and scholarships.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
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Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| another higher-education qualification | 90% |
| a previous degree | 10% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code H350). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Provider fee page. Set under Scotland's student-finance system; the provider's page is authoritative.
Check fees at Robert Gordon University →If you normally live in Scotland
For eligible Scottish-domiciled students at an eligible Scottish provider, SAAS can pay tuition directly. Living-cost support can combine bursary and loan and depends on household income and student circumstances. Students from elsewhere use their home funding body.
Check the current amounts with SAAS →Paying for it
- SAAS tuition payment: paid directly to the university for eligible Scottish-domiciled students, applied for through SAAS.
- Living-cost support: a mix of bursary and loan from SAAS, depending on household income.
- Repayment: only above the Scottish repayment threshold, and written off at the end of the plan term.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
Scotland runs its own system through SAAS; check saas.gov.uk for current rates.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
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Careers & earnings
What Engineering graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £50,000 | £42,500 – £57,000 | 10 |
| 3 years after | £44,000 | £35,000 – £59,500 | 65 |
| 5 years after | £52,000 | £40,000 – £64,500 | 70 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in engineering · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Engineering nationally
National figures for Engineering graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Engineering courses at the same study level.
Compared with 2,256 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Engineering professionalsSOC 2020 212 · 55% of published destinations · ASHE median £50,325
- Skilled trades occupationsSOC 2020 5 · 20% of published destinations · ASHE median £34,241
- Administrative occupationsSOC 2020 41 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £27,006
- Managers, directors and senior officialsSOC 2020 1 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £51,733
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsSOC 2020 31 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £34,828
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 20; response rate: 60%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Engineering graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Engineering graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Engineering & manufacturing firms
- Automotive & aerospace
- Energy & utilities
- Defence & consultancies
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Engineering graduates.
Engineering Surveyor (Machine Control)BAM UK & IrelandEngineering Operations Project ManagerFdo Consulting LimitedEngineering ManagerVerto PeopleEngineering ManagerRobert WaltersEngineering ManagerPremier Technical RecruitmentEngineering ManagerRedline Group LtdIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
Fees for this course are set under Scotland's own student-finance system, not the England cap; check the provider's course page for the exact figure. Tuition for eligible Scottish-domiciled students is paid by SAAS directly to the university, applied for through SAAS and not Student Finance England. Living-cost support is a mix of bursary and loan, and you repay only above the Scottish threshold.
Where graduates go
100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £50,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.8 out of 10: in work or study 100% · continued 75%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Robert Gordon University
Engineering and technology across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Is Engineering right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Robert Gordon University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £18,940 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Robert Gordon University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Robert Gordon University and gov.uk before you apply.
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