BEng (Hons) Electromechanical Engineering Bachelor's degree at University College Birmingham

This module equips students with the core mathematical tools required across engineering practice. Through practical, engineering-focused examples, students will develop confidence in using calculus, differential equations, transforms, and statistical methods to analyse systems and interpret data encountered in modern engineering practice.

This module introduces students to 3D CAD modelling, computer-aided manufacture, and engineering computation. Students will develop practical skills in creating parametric models, generating manufacturing documentation, and using software tools to support and improve design quality. The module also highlights how mechanical designs interface with electrical and control systems in real engineering environments.

This module provides a practical introduction to circuit analysis, electronic components, digital logic, and programmable control. Through hands-on laboratory work, students will develop confidence in building and testing circuits safely while gaining essential knowledge of PLCs and control systems used widely in industry.

This module provides a foundation in engineering science, covering forces and motion, energy and heat transfer, fluid behaviour, and vibration. Students will gain the knowledge needed to understand how real engineering systems behave, forming a strong base for advanced modules.

In this module, students will apply engineering design methods to a practical build project while developing an understanding of health and safety, ethics, inclusivity, and sustainability. Through teamwork and reflection, students will begin to build the professional skills and behaviours expected of modern engineers.

This module introduces students to the key engineering materials used in industry and the processes used to shape and manufacture them. Students will explore how material properties influence performance and cost, gain hands-on experience through laboratory testing, and learn how to make informed, sustainable material choices for real engineering applications.

This module equips students with the knowledge and skills to model, analyse, and design control systems, including PID controllers, and to evaluate performance using simulation tools. Students will gain hands-on experience in understanding system behaviour, stability, and response characteristics, preparing them for advanced engineering applications.

This module introduces students to smart factory concepts, cyber-physical systems, and data-driven manufacturing. Students will explore how digital tools such as simulation and digital twins can be used to analyse and optimise manufacturing processes, developing practical skills aligned with Industry 4.0 and modern electromechanical engineering practice.

This module equips students with the tools and techniques to plan, monitor, and control engineering projects. Students will also explore ethical, environmental, and legal responsibilities, as well as quality and operations management principles. The module provides practical insights into managing change within engineering assets and operational contexts.

In this module, students will design and build a working mechatronic system, integrating sensors, actuators, and controllers. Through simulation, laboratory testing, and prototyping, students will evaluate system performance and reliability while developing the practical and communication skills needed for modern electromechanical engineering roles.

This module introduces students to renewable energy technologies, sustainability principles, and the environmental and societal impacts of engineering solutions. Students will learn to assess system efficiencies, compare renewable integration strategies, and make informed, sustainable decisions in the design of engineering systems.

This module introduces students to thermodynamic cycles, heat transfer, and fluid flow in engineering applications. Students will explore fluid machine design and turbomachinery, apply analytical methods to real systems, and develop practical skills through experimental work, interpreting results with attention to accuracy and uncertainty.

You will gain valuable work experience on a 48-week work placement. This is an exciting opportunity to put what you have learned into practice, broaden your experience and demonstrate your abilities to potential employers.

This module equips students with the knowledge and skills to apply FEA and CFD techniques to real-world engineering problems. Students will develop confidence in building, validating, and interpreting complex simulation models, while critically assessing their accuracy, limitations, and role in professional engineering practice.

This module equips students with the skills required to engineer the next generation of intelligent manufacturing systems. Students explore Industry 4.0 concepts including cyber-physical systems, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), digital manufacturing, and data analytics. Through applied design and analysis, learners will integrate automation, connectivity, and manufacturing data to enhance productivity, reliability, and sustainability while addressing cybersecurity and scalability challenge

This module explores the technologies that underpin modern intelligent products and automated systems. Students will design and implement embedded systems that integrate sensors, actuators, communication interfaces, and control algorithms. Emphasis is placed on real-time performance, industrial reliability, cybersecurity considerations, and validation through rigorous testing. The module prepares graduates for careers in embedded software, industrial automation, robotics, and smart systems engin

The Independent Major Project is the culmination of the degree programme and provides students with the opportunity to investigate and solve a significant engineering problem of their choosing. Working independently with academic supervision, students will plan and deliver a major project, applying advanced technical skills while considering ethical, sustainability, and professional requirements. The project develops the autonomy, critical thinking, and communication skills expected of graduate

This module enables students to design, implement, and optimise industrial robotic systems using industry-relevant tools and standards. Students will work with digital twins, safety frameworks, and performance metrics to evaluate and improve robotic workcells, preparing them for professional roles in robotics and automation engineering.