3 years full-time / 4 years full-time with integrated placement year
UCAS Code: HH36
Typical offer level
A Level: BBB-ABB
BTEC National Diploma: DDD in relevant National Diploma
IB: 32 points (including Maths and Physics or appropriate subject at Higher Level)
Specific subject requirements
A Level: Maths and Physics required (consideration may be given to Further Maths, Design Technology, Engineering Science and Electronics if Physics is not studied at A Level).
GCSE: Maths Grade B and English Grade C
A suitable combination of two A Level and two AS Level subjects may be accepted
Tuition fees: £9,000 (£1,000 during placement year) for UK/EU students. (2012).
More on fees
Applicants receiving offers are invited to an open day.
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Integration of mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering
Excellent sandwich placement opportunities
Outstanding reputation for Research – grade 5
Excellent graduate career prospects
Flexible structure allows transfer between Mechanical Engineering programmes in years 1 and 2
Sponsorship opportunities available
Designed in collaboration with industry, our exciting multidisciplinary approach offers a broad-based engineering education with specialist skills and knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering.
It is an ideal preparation for careers in the energy and power, industrial processing and electromechanical industries, areas where our graduates have found lucrative careers over many years.
In your first two years you will study alongside our Mechanical Engineering students gaining a broad insight into the fundamental disciplines of mechanical, electrical and design engineering. Programmes are structured to suit students from all backgrounds.
Your final year will incorporate a combination of core material and elective modules, ranging from power systems to quality engineering. Electives will give you the opportunity to study areas of particular personal interest or professional relevance in the electromechanical field. Your final year project can involve design, experimental or analytical work.
Throughout our programmes we emphasise business and communication skills which will enhance your ability to write and present technical essays and reports. This multidisciplinary approach provides an ideal preparation for a career in the energy, industrial processing and electromechanical industries as well as consultancy and business.
Year 1
Modules
- Transition Mathematics
- Mathematics for Engineers
- Electrical Science
- Principles of Mechanics
- Engineering Practice
- Energy Conversion
- Materials & Processes
- Introduction to CAD
- IT Applications - MATLAB
- Introduction to Business Management
- IT & Communications Skills
Year 2
Modules
- Value Based Management
- Numerical Methods/Statistics
- Engineering Mathematics 2 1
- Electrical Systems Engineering
- Solid Mechanics
- Thermodynamics & Fluids
- Dynamics & Vibrations
- Measurement & Instrumentation
- Product Modelling
- Engineering Materials
- Quality Engineering
Year 3 - Optional placement year
See placement year section or find out more about the Aston placement year.
Final Year
Modules
- Individual Main Project
- Advanced Dynamics & Control
- Sensors & Actuators
- Energy Efficiency
- Design Failure Analysis [
- Project Management 2
- Power Systems
- Electroheat
Choice of one module from:
- Design Project (Sustainability)
- Design & Engineering Competition
You will benefit from a wide range of teaching methods and learning styles, including:
- lectures, tutorials and seminars
- video and computer-aided learning
- lab classes and project work
- strong personal tutor system
Assessment is by a combination of exams, continuous assessment and projects. Students are also able to take part in the Formula Student Racing Car Project at which Aston teams have enjoyed a strong track record.
Gain relevant industrial experience on our sandwich programme. Your paid professional placement may count towards the training requirements of the Engineering Council and can be taken either in the third year of your programme or before your first year.
Companies currently involved in student placements include, National Grid, RWE npower, Hyundai, BMW and GKN.
Sponsored students usually spend their placement year with their sponsoring company. We can offer advice on sponsorship opportunities and may be able to arrange interviews on your behalf.
Find out more about placement years at Aston.
The BEng Electromechanical Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
The benefits of designing our programmes in cooperation with industry have been amply illustrated by our graduates rapidly progressing to senior management posts in a wide range of companies. Recent graduates have taken up posts in research and design, electricity supply industries (home and abroad), consulting, manufacturing, nuclear power and marketing. Our recent graduates found graduate engineer/consultant positions with companies including Alstom, Ove Arup, Ricardo (Automotive Consultancy), Rolls-Royce, British Energy, Calor Gas and PhD Research.
You will have access to state-of-the-art computing facilities, including CAD labs, numerically controlled machine tools, design studios and PCs for word-processing and self tuition.
You will develop your programming skills and use computers to solve engineering problems and to simulate and analyse engineering systems. The School of Engineering and Applied Science has invested heavily in the creation of stateof-the-art computer laboratories. Our Mechanical Engineering and Product Design students have their own access to specific computer facilities for design.
EAS Undergraduate Admissions Office
+44 (0)121 204 3400
engineering@aston.ac.uk
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