MEng Mechanical Engineering Integrated Master's degree at Sheffield Hallam University
MEng Mechanical Engineering at SHU. You'll develop the technical foundation and problem-solving skills that employers expect, alongside hands-on experience that bridges the gap between theory and real-world engineering challenges.
About this course
<p>Designed to produce high quality and highly skilled graduates in Mechanical Engineering, through work experience, who are ready for employment or further study upon graduation. <p> From the provider’s course page.
MEng Mechanical Engineering is an Integrated Master's degree (MEng) at SHU, based in City Campus. It runs 4 years, studied full-time.
For Mechanical engineering graduates from this provider, 100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 90% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,500. (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.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Limited evidence Published sample: 15; 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.
Year 1 4 modules
- Mechanical Engineering Design And C.A.D.Compulsory20 credits
Module details
This module introduces the structured design process used to create engineering products. This will be supplemented by learning how to create reliable, professional 3D CAD models. You will study topics such as: The principles of Mechanical Engineering Design methods (a structured design process) Specification of Engineering elements supported by underpinning strength calculations 3D CAD modelling techniques using best practice to instil design intent Robust 3D CAD solid model generation Bottom u
Assessment: Practical (100%)
- Mechanical Engineering PracticeCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This work experience module aims to develop key knowledge and skills necessary to operate within an industrial engineering environment through two industrially inspired, applied projects. In addition to developing and practising important industrial and professional skills such as communication and project management, you will reflect on your knowledge acquisition and performance to develop continuing professional development (CPD) objectives and create a covering letter ready for a real-word, i
Assessment: Coursework (100%)
- Principles Of Dynamics And Thermodynamics, Manufacturing Processes And MathematicsCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This module will introduce the study of the motion of solid bodies under the action of forces (Dynamics). You will study and apply engineering principles and concepts related to motion both in a straight line and in a curved path. In this module, you will also learn the basic principles of Thermodynamics, the branch of engineering science that deals with the relations between heat and other forms of energy. You will further develop your mathematical knowledge together with laboratory, computatio
Assessment: Coursework (50%), Exam (50%)
- Principles Of Mechanics Of Solids And Fluids, Engineering Materials And MathematicsCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This module introduces the fundamental principles and concepts of engineering sciences related to the behaviour and motion of solids and fluids that are subjected to forces. You will develop knowledge of maths topics and the mathematical skills required to analyse and solve simple engineering problems. Additionally, you will learn about engineering materials and their key characteristics. You will be supported in developing practical laboratory skills and the ability to write effective technical
Assessment: Coursework (50%), Exam (50%)
Year 2 5 modules
- Application Of Engineering AnalysisCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This module, through an applied project, will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and develop engineering solutions that meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs. Students learn to apply an integrated or systems approach to complex problems, evaluate environmental and societal impacts, identify and analyse ethical concerns, and adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice. Indicative content: Identifying, understanding and defining t
Assessment: Coursework (70%), Practical (30%)
- Applied Dynamics And ThermodynamicsCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module aims to enhance knowledge on advanced concepts of dynamics and thermodynamics in the design and analysis of mechanical engineering components and systems as well as to build up the prerequisite knowledge and develop you to apply your knowledge for practical problems. You'll study topics such as: Plane kinematics of rigid bodies Vibration and time response Gyroscopic motion Gas turbine and stream cycle Heat pumps and refrigeration Heat exchanger types
Assessment: Exam (100%)
- Applied Solid And Fluid Mechanics, And Control SystemsCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This module is designed to strengthen your knowledge of the mechanics of solids and fluids gained during the first year and demonstrate its application to real engineering applications and systems. Additionally, it introduces control systems engineering, where you will practice applying control theory to the design of equipment. To support your learning, advanced maths topics and simulation software are introduced. You will study topics such as: Stresses and strains in 3D Mechanisms of structura
Assessment: Coursework (50%), Exam (50%)
- Machine Elements DesignCompulsory20 credits
Module details
This module will detail the purpose and specific application of key machine elements and mechanisms. Underpinning maths and engineering principles will be applied to determine the forces experienced by each component, which will be sized accordingly. The principles will be applied in the context of designing a typical engineering artefact. You will study topics such as: A structured design approach CAD software package used to produce layout sketches to test design ideas Use Standards Develop fr
Assessment: Practical (100%)
- Study Abroad - Engineering And Built EnvironmentElective60 credits
Module details
This module is for undergraduate students to study abroad in their second year, Semester 2 (only for courses that offer this option). With this module, you can spend a semester at one of the University's approved partner institutions worldwide – from Europe to the Americas, Asia Australia or Canada. Study Abroad plays an important role in the University's commitment to an engaging, challenging, and thriving learning culture. It offers opportunities to experience other academic cultures and foste
Assessment: Coursework (100%)
Year 3 1 modules
- Undergraduate Sandwich Placement Applied Professional DiplomaCompulsory
Module details
The aim of this module is to enhance students' professional development through the completion of and reflection on meaningful work placement(s). A work placement will provide students with opportunities to experience the realities of professional employment and experience how their course can be applied within their chosen industry setting. The placement will: Allow student to apply the skills, theories and behaviours relevant and in addition to their course Enable students to enhance their int
Year 4 3 modules
- Further Engineering Science And Numerical AnalysisCompulsory40 credits
Module details
This module builds on the science, mathematics and mechanical engineering principles threads running through the course. It aims to enable you to apply advanced engineering calculations and simulation techniques to support the design and analysis of complex, real-world engineering systems. This will involve using the numerical tools of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA). In the process, you will develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well
Assessment: Coursework (50%), Exam (50%)
- Project: ImplementationCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Your individual final year project is the apex of your academic journey, offering a platform to apply the wealth of knowledge and skills gathered throughout your degree to real-world linked problems. This module requires your creativity, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to navigate new material independently in whichever field you choose to specialise in. This module allows you to: Undertake in-depth research in a topic of your choosing The opportunity to work alongside cutting-edge
Assessment: Coursework (100%)
- Project: Management And ScopingCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Develop solid foundations for undertaking a self-managed academic research project. On this module you will develop the skills and understanding you will need to complete your dissertation project to the highest level. Through lectures, guided reading and one-to-one discussions with your project supervisor you will design a path through to successful completion of an extensive research project including developing the project management skills you will need to achieve this. You'll study topics s
Assessment: Coursework (100%)
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
This degree is designed to produce skilled graduates ready for employment or further study through integrated work experience. You'll usually progress from foundational engineering science in Year 1, covering mathematics, mechanics, materials and hands-on design skills including CAD, through to specialist options and a substantial individual project. A course like this normally moves from core discipline knowledge (thermodynamics or circuits depending on your path) and group design work in Years 2–3, towards professional practice modules covering safety, ethics and sustainability. You'll typically choose specialisations such as Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic, Civil & Structural, Robotics & Mechatronics, Energy & Sustainability, or a Chartered (CEng) pathway. The individual project forms the centrepiece of your final year, building on supervised research or design work.
Who it's for
You're drawn to how things work and what makes them better. You think systematically about problems, enjoy practical application alongside theoretical understanding, and want to graduate genuinely job-ready. You're organised enough to manage a four-year integrated programme, curious enough to specialise in areas that matter to you, and ambitious enough to aim for roles where mechanical engineering drives real solutions. This degree suits you if you value both the intellectual challenge of engineering science and the satisfaction of seeing ideas become reality.
Careers & job market
Across all engineering courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation. Among those working, 80% are in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. National graduate earnings data shows mechanical engineers starting at £29,000–£35,000 annually; after five years, the range broadens to £33,150–£46,800. Actual outcomes vary by employer, specialism and career path.
University & format
Sheffield Hallam University is a university located in the City Campus. This is a 4-year full-time Integrated Master's degree (MEng) taught in English. The course is delivered by a nationally recognised UK degree-awarding body. Sheffield Hallam University received Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
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Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 85% |
| an Access course | 15% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
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. 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 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. 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 (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at SHU →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
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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 | £28,500 | £26,500 – £32,500 | 15 |
| 3 years after | £29,000 | £22,500 – £35,000 | 190 |
| 5 years after | £35,500 | £27,000 – £43,000 | 200 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; 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: 15; 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 · 75% of published destinations · ASHE median £50,325
- Information Technology ProfessionalsSOC 2020 213 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £55,357
- Quality and Regulatory ProfessionalsSOC 2020 248 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £46,058
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: 25; response rate: 50%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Is MEng Mechanical Engineering worth it?
Generally yes. On its graduates’ median earnings, MEng Mechanical Engineering is worth about +£75,840 more over the first ten years of work than going straight to a job, a solid return once you net out the fees.
Cumulative earnings vs. going straight to work at 18, counting tuition and 4 years of wages given up while studying. The line clears zero around year 15.9. This is a simplified gross-earnings comparison, not a forecast of cash loan repayments.
Model: this course’s own median graduate earnings (Graduate Outcomes / LEO) above the £24,000 non-graduate baseline (ONS), net of £9,790/yr over 4 years (published course home fee). Eligible England-domiciled students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan; repayments are 9% only on income above the threshold, with anything left written off after 40 years. That makes the cash flow different from conventional commercial debt. Opportunity cost assumes £18,000 gross earnings forgone in each study year; figures are nominal and exclude tax, living costs, investment returns and loan interest. A simplified estimate. Earnings and actual fees vary by graduate, provider, fee status and UK nation.
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
Published home tuition is £9,790/year for this course. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £28,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.4 out of 10: NSS 77.1% · in work or study 100% · continued 75%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Sheffield Hallam University
Engineering and technology across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around City Campus
3,427 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Engineering right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to SHU from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £18,000 / 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 SHU’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 SHU and gov.uk before you apply.
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