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Mechanical Engineering (2023)

1. Programme Title:

Mechanical Engineering

NQF Level:

7

2. Description of the Programme (as in the Business Approval Form)

The Mechanical Engineering programmes at Exeter are part of a wider family of Engineering programmes that have been developed around a number of core principles that distinguish them as innovative, forward looking and student centred. Exeter’s approach to engineering education emphasis collaborative project based learning (PBL), contextualised teaching and an emphasis on skills development and practical application of knowledge. Our engineering programmes also equip students with an awareness of entrepreneurship and the skills and confidence to apply their engineering knowledge in entrepreneurial endeavours. This is achieved through our novel Entrepreneurship 1 & 2 modules.
 

3. Educational Aims of the Programme

This programme is designed to deliver all of the required learning outcomes as set out in UK-SPEC for an integrated MEng degree.
 
The programme aims to enable students to become:
 
(a) flexible and autonomous engineering graduates equipped to adopt key leadership roles within multi-disciplinary construction, manufacturing, engineering design or research and development teams, contributing innovation, analytical and original thought and discipline specific expertise, demonstrating a holistic understanding of the context within which they work, supporting the work of others and taking full responsibility and demonstrating self motivation for their own personal and professional development;
(b) academically qualified to become chartered engineers within the appropriate engineering industry at the earliest opportunity;
(c) aware of the environmental, economic, social and sustainability issues that are an integral part of the professional engineer's role in society;
(d) able to work well in multi-disciplinary groups with experience of communication, organization, planning and logistics.
 
Through this programme, the College will provide students with learning opportunities to match their abilities and aspirations, personal academic and pastoral support throughout their university career, appropriate methods of teaching and assessment and a programme of study that they find demanding, interesting and intellectually stimulating, while allowing them to enjoy other aspects of university life. The College will also seek to promote the role of industry and engineering institutions and the benefits that they can provide to undergraduates.
 

4. Programme Structure

The MEng Mechanical Engineering programme is a (4) year programme of study at National Qualification Framework (NQF) level (7) (as confirmed against the FHEQ). This programme is divided into (4) ‘Stages’. Each Stage is normally equivalent to an academic year. The programme is also divided into units of study called ‘modules’ which are assigned a number of ‘credits’. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work.

5. Programme Modules

Stage 1

Code Title Credits Compulsory NonCondonable
ENG1002Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing 30YesYes
ENG1005Multi-Disciplinary Group Challenge Project 30YesYes
ENG1006Entrepreneurship 115YesYes
ENG1007Fundamentals of Mechanics15YesYes
ENG1008Fundamentals of Materials15YesYes
ENG1009Fundamentals of Electronics15YesYes

The first year of the Mechanical Engineering programme is shared with all engineering disciplines and strikes a balance between providing core engineering and mathematical knowledge and making the learning experience engaging and exciting. A year-long multi-disciplinary group project provides an over-arching vehicle for PBL and a means of putting core knowledge into practice in a collaborative group setting. Project briefs are developed in response to the core module content. To support the students’ project work they undertake workshops in sketching, report / technical writing and study / research skills. Students develop essential knowledge in Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing through a year-long module. By combining Mathematics and Programming, students develop both the mathematical knowledge that underpins engineering science and also the skills to put this knowledge to use by harnessing the power of programming. The first also includes three 15-credit modules, 'Fundamentals of Mechanics', 'Fundamentals of Materials', and 'Fundamentals of Electronics'. All modules are delivered using a PBL framework that encourages students to become independent learners.  

Stage 2

Code Title Credits Compulsory NonCondonable
ENG2013Sustainable Design Challenge Project30YesYes
ENG2011Solid Mechanics15YesYes
ENG2007Introduction to Fluid Dynamics15YesYes
ENG2009Modelling of Engineering Systems 15YesYes
ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 215YesNo
ENG2006Industry 4.015YesYes
ENG2012Structural Behaviour15YesYes

The second year continues in the same vein as the first with a combination of project work and core modules. A group project again provides context and motivation for the theory taught in the second year. This project is mechanical engineering specific and centres on the concept of sustainable design with project briefs that allow students to draw on the skills and knowledge gained in their first two years. The practice of developing mathematical knowledge and programming skill in tandem continues in the second year with two modules; Modelling of Engineering Systems in term 1 and ‘Industry 4.0: Automation and Artificial Intelligence’ in term 2. These modules develop traditional core mathematical knowledge but also introduce students to exciting and topical areas of engineering mathematics such as Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. The theme of entrepreneurship is continued with Entrepreneurship 2 which further develops students’ skillset and awareness of topics such as rapid prototype development, company formation and professional networking. Core mechanical engineering modules in Solid Mechanics, computer aided design and manufacture and Introduction to Fluid Dynamics introduce fundamental mechanical engineering concepts. 

Stage 3

Code Title Credits Compulsory NonCondonable
ENG3018Control Engineering15YesYes
ECM3160Materials 15YesYes
ENG3008AMechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research 15YesYes
ENG3015Structural Dynamics15YesYes
ENG3016Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer15YesYes
ENG3008BMechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development15YesYes
ENG3022Finite Element Analysis for High Value Manufacturing15YesYes
Option Group A: Select 1:
ENG3005Fluid Dynamics and CFD15NoYes
ENG3012Mechatronics15NoYes
ECM3164Operations Management 15NoYes
PHY3222Energy, Materials and Sustainability15NoNo

The focus in year 3 is on acquiring core Mechanical engineering knowledge. Students will take modules in Materials, Structural Mechanics and Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis for High Value Manufacturing, Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer and Control Engineering. All students select one of three optional modules in term 1; Fluid Dynamics and CFD, Mechatronics or Operations Management. Graduating BEng Students complete a 30 credit Individual Investigate Project guided by a specialist academic supervisor. MEng students complete a hands-on design and build project that challenges them to develop, prototype (at scale) and explore the market for a solution to a Mechanical Engineering challenge. This project emphasis the combination of commercial awareness and the application of sound engineering knowledge. Students will be given the opportunity to take a module on Commercial and Industrial Experience (CANDI) that builds on their engineering work experience from the previous summer. This module will be 15 credits in addition to the core 120 credits for the year. This module will appear on student transcripts but will not be used to calculate their stage grade average and degree award.    

Stage 4

Code Title Credits Compulsory NonCondonable
ENGM015MEng Individual Investigative Project45YesYes
Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Stream Option Group A: Select 3:
ENGM003Advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA)15NoYes
ENGM017Composite Materials15NoYes
ENGM023Sustainable Manufacturing15NoYes
Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Stream Option Group B: Select 2:
ENGM001Additive Manufacturing 15NoYes
ENGM016Metamaterials15NoYes
ENGM026Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship15NoYes
Computational and Control Engineering Stream Option Group A: Select 3:
ECMM148Advanced CFD15NoYes
ENGM003Advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA)15NoYes
ECMM141Multivariable State-Space Control15NoYes
ENGM023Sustainable Manufacturing15NoYes
Computational and Control Engineering Stream Option Group B: Select 2:
ENGM018Nonlinear Control15NoYes
ENGM020Robotics and Automation 15NoYes
ENGM010Data-Centric Engineering15NoYes

MEng students in their graduating year complete a 45 credit individual investigate project in collaboration with a specialist academic supervisor. This is the largest individual course element and provides students with the opportunity to develop deep knowledge and understanding in an area of their choice. In contrast to collaborative group projects in earlier years that emphasise the importance of collaboration, individual student effort will determine the success of this final capstone project. The fourth year is structured such that students may follow one of two exciting and topical specialisms that leverage the research expertise of Exeter engineering academics. These streams are the Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Stream, and the Computational and Control Engineering Stream. Each stream is defined by a number of core and optional modules that allow students to develop a comprehensive understanding of specialist topics in mechanical engineering. Students are also facilitated in selecting modules from across the streams should they choose to do so. The fourth year culminates in the Exeter Engineering Conference. An opportunity for MEng students to showcase their work from their third and fourth year projects to staff, other students and invited industry guests. This event is both an assessment opportunity and an opportunity for students to put their best work forward in front of potential employers.

 

6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning & Assessment Methods

On successfully completing the programme you will be able to: Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be accommodated & facilitated by the following learning & teaching and evidenced by the following assessment methods:

A Specialised Subject Skills & Knowledge

Programme ILO #1
demonstrate understanding of mathematical and computational methods and their use for modelling, analysis, design and communication in engineering
 
ENG1002 Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing (Year 1), ENG2009 Modelling of Engineering Systems (Year 2), ENG2006 Industry 4.0 (Year 2), ENG2007 Introduction to Fluid Dynamics (Year 2), ENG2012 Structural Behaviour (Year 2), ENG2011 Solid Mechanics (Year 2), ENG3018 Control Engineering (Year 3), ENG3005 Fluid Dynamics and CFD (Year 3), ENG3009 Structures & Finite Element Analysis (Year 3), ENG3015 Structural Dynamics (Year 3), ECMM148 Advanced CFD (Year 4), ENGM003 Advanced FEA (Year 4), ECMM141 Multivariable State-Space Control (Year 4), ENGM018 Nonlinear Control (Year 4), ENGM018 Nonlinear Control (Year 4), ENGM010 Data-Centric Engineering (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #2
demonstrate understanding of a broad base of scientific principles underpinning electronic, material, mechanical and civil engineering
 
ENG1001 Fundamentals of Mechanics, Materials and Electronics (Year 1), ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1)
 
Programme ILO #3
demonstrate understanding of the characteristics and uses of a broad range of engineering materials and components
 
ENG1001 Fundamentals of Mechanics, Materials and Electronics (Year 1), ENG2011 Solid Mechanics (Year 2), ENG2012 Structural Behaviour (Year 2), ENG3009 Structures & Finite Element Analysis (Year 3), ECM3160 Materials and Manufacturing (Year 3), ENGM003 Advanced FEA (Year 4), ENGM016 Nanoengineering (Year 4), ENGM017 Composite Materials (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #4
demonstrate understanding of a broad range of principles and design methods relating to the chosen engineering discipline in general, with knowledge and understanding in several specialist areas at the forefront of the discipline
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), ENGM001 Additive Manufacturing (Year 4), ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #5
demonstrate understanding of management and business practices, including finance, law, marketing, personnel and quality
 
ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ECM3164 Operations Management (Year 3), ENGM023 Sustainable Manufacturing (Year 4), ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #6
demonstrate understanding of ethical and social issues related to engineering and professional responsibilities
 
ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENGM010 Data-Centric Engineering (Year 4), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), PHY3067 Energy and the Environment (Physics) (Year 3), ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Year 4)
 

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Assessment Methods

B Academic Discipline Core Skills & Knowledge

Programme ILO #7
be able to demonstrate an analytical, systematic and creative approach to problem solving
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #8
be able to select and apply appropriate mathematical methods, scientific principles and computer based methods for the modelling and analysis of engineering problems, and apply them creatively and realistically in practical situations
 
ENG2009 Modelling of Engineering Systems (Year 2), ENG2006 Industry 4.0 (Year 2), ENG3005 Fluid Dynamics and CFD (Year 3), ECMM148 Advanced CFD (Year 4), ENGM003 Advanced FEA (Year 4), ENGM003 Advanced FEA (Year 4), ECMM141 Multivariable State-Space Control (Year 4), ENGM018 Nonlinear Control (Year 4), ENG3009 Structures & Finite Element Analysis (Year 3), ENG3018 Control Engineering (Year 3), ENGM010 Data-Centric Engineering (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #9
be able to create a complete design, product or service to meet a customer need, starting from negotiation of specifications, to a professional standard, showing creativity and justifying all decisions
 
ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #10
be able to take a holistic approach to design and problem solving
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #11
be able to assess and manage a wide range of risks (e.g.: commercial, safety, environmental etc.)
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ECM3164 Operations Management (Year 3), ENGM015 MEng Individual Project (Year 4), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), PHY3067 Energy and the Environment (Physics) (Year 3), ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #12
be able to take personal responsibility for acting in a professional and ethical manner
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENGM015 MEng Individual Project (Year 4), ENGM010 Data-Centric Engineering (Year 4), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2)
 
Programme ILO #13
be able to select and use appropriate ICT based tools for analysis, design and communication of designs
 
ENG3005 Fluid Dynamics and CFD (Year 3), ENG3009 Structures & Finite Element Analysis (Year 3), ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #14
be able to select and use laboratory instrumentation appropriately and correctly
 
ENG2011 Solid Mechanics (Year 2), ENG1001 Fundamentals of Mechanics, Materials and Electronics (Year 1), ENG3015 Structural Dynamics (Year 3), ENG2012 Structural Behaviour (Year 2), ENGM001 Additive Manufacturing (Year 4), ENG2007 Introduction to Fluid Dynamics (Year 2), ENG3016 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (Year 3), ENG3005 Fluid Dynamics and CFD (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #15
be able to construct prototype products, systems, experimental apparatus etc.
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), ENGM001 Additive Manufacturing (Year 4), ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #16
be able to work safely in laboratory, workshop environments etc., and promote safe practice
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2011 Solid Mechanics (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2)
 

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Assessment Methods

C Personal / Transferable / Employment Skills & Knowledge

Programme ILO #17
communicate effectively using the full range of currently available methods
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2)
 
Programme ILO #18
manage resources and time
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENGM015 MEng Individual Project (Year 4), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #19
work in a team, which may be multi-disciplinary, adopting any required role within that team, including leadership
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2006 Industry 4.0 (Year 2), ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #20
evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of other team members and help them to contribute effectively
 
ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #21
learn independently, identifying own personal development needs and goals, reflecting on own performance and manage own personal development
 
ENG1006 Entrepreneurship 1 (Year 1), ENG2004 Entrepreneurship 2 (Year 2), ENGM015 MEng Individual Project (Year 4), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3)
 
Programme ILO #22
obtain and process information from a wide range of sources, analyse it critically and apply this information in engineering applications
 
ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2013 Sustainable Design Challenge Project (Year 2), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3), ENGM015 MEng Individual Project (Year 4)
 
Programme ILO #23
sort, manipulate and present data in a way that facilitates effective analysis and decision making
 
ENGM010 Data-Centric Engineering (Year 4), ENG1002 Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing (Year 1), ENG1005 Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project (Year 1), ENG2006 Industry 4.0 (Year 2), ECM3164 Operations Management (Year 3), ENGM015 MEng Individual Project (Year 4), ENG3008A Mechanical Design and Build: Part 1 - Research (Year 3), ENG3008B Mechanical Design and Build: Part 2 - Development (Year 3)
 

Learning & Teaching Activities

Assessment Methods

7. Programme Regulations

Credit

The programme consists of 480 credits with 120 credits taken at each stage. Normally not more than 75 credits would be allowed in any one term. In total, participants normally take no more than 150 credits at level 4, and must take at least 210 credits at level 6 or higher of which at least 120 must be at level 7.

The pass mark for award of credit in an individual module is 40% for modules taken at NQF Levels 4, 5 and 6 and 50% for modules taken at Level 7.

Progression from 2nd to 3rd year
 
Students must have gained an average of 60% or more in the first 2 years to progress to stage 3 MEng (weighting is 40% 1st year, 60% 2nd year). Students who do not reach the threshold may progress to stage 3 of the equivalent BEng programme.
 

Condonement

This programme is accredited by a PSRB under licence from the Engineering Council. Therefore, the latest Engineering Council regulations on condonement apply to this programme. Please find further details in the TQA Manual here: http://as.exeter.ac.uk/academic-policy-standards/tqa-manual/specialprovisionsforprogrammeswithaccreditationlicencedbytheengineeringcouncil/

Classification

The marking of modules and the classification of awards broadly corresponds to the following percentage marks:

Class I    70% +                                                      

Class II   Division I 60-69%                                     

Class II   Division II 50-59%                                    

Class III  40-49%

Full details of assessment regulations for UG programmes can be found in the Teaching Quality Assurance Manual (TQA) on the University of Exeter website.  Generic marking criteria are also published here.

Please see the Teaching and Quality Assurance Manual for further guidance.

 

8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning

In accordance with University policy a system of personal tutors is in place for all students on this programme.  A University-wide statement on such provision is included in the University's TQA Manual.  As a student enrolled on this programme you will receive the personal and academic support of the Programme Coordinator and will have regular scheduled meetings with your Personal Tutor; you may request additional meetings as and when required. The role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support for the duration of the programme and extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.

Information Technology (IT) Services provide a wide range of services throughout the Exeter campuses including open access computer rooms, some of which are available 24 hours, 7 days a week.  Help may be obtained through the Helpdesk, and most study bedrooms in halls and flats are linked to the University's campus network.

Additionally, the College has its own dedicated IT support staff, helpdesk and computer facilities which are linked to the wider network, but which also provide access to some specialised software packages.  Email is an important channel of communication between staff and students in the College and an extensive range of web-based information (see https://intranet.exeter.ac.uk/emps/) is maintained for the use of students, including a comprehensive and annually revised student handbook.

The Harrison Learning Resource Centre is generally open during building open hours. The Centre is available for quiet study, with four separate rooms that can be booked for meetings and group work. Amongst its facilities, the Learning Resource Centre has a number of desks, four meeting rooms with large LCD screens, and free use of a photocopier. Also available are core set texts from your module reading lists, and undergraduate and MSc projects from the past two years.

Online Module study resources provide materials for modules that you are registered for, in addition to some useful subject and IT resources. Generic study support resources, library and research skills, past exam papers, and the 'Academic Honesty and Plagiarism' module are also available through the student portal (http://vle.exeter.ac.uk)

Student/Staff Liaison Committee enables students & staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision.

 

10. Admission Criteria

All applications are considered individually on merit. The University is committed to an equal opportunities policy with respect to gender, age, race, sexual orientation and/or disability when dealing with applications. It is also committed to widening access to higher education to students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience.

Candidates must satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University of Exeter and the entrance requirements for this programme. These are published in full in the University of Exeter Undergraduate Prospectus (see http://www.ex.ac.uk/undergraduate/). In addition to candidates offering GCE AS and A2, those offering International Baccalaureate, and appropriate VCE A-levels will also be considered, as well as mature candidates with evidence of appropriate alternative qualifications. Direct entry to Stage 2 of the programmes will also be considered for candidates who have successfully completed study equivalent to the core material in the first stage of the programmes.

All applications are considered individually on merit. Applicants are normally invited to attend an Admissions Day, which will include the opportunity to talk with and question members of the academic staff.

MEng: School and college leavers: Typical offers are as specified in the current University Prospectus: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/

Overseas students without English as a first language must show proficiency in English and have an appropriate qualification (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent).

 

11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards

Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.

The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice.  See the University's TQA Manual for details.

 

12. Indicators of Quality and Standards

Certain programmes are subject to accreditation and/ or review by professional and statutory regulatory bodies (PSRBs).

The MEng Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the  Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Please note: The University of Exeter’s Engineering department has redesigned the suite of programmes on offer from September 2020. As such, the accreditation of this undergraduate programme will be under review on an annual basis by the IMechE, until a full cohort of students have graduated from the programme.

 

14 Awarding Institution University of Exeter
15 Lead College / Teaching Institution College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences
16 Partner College / Institution
17 Programme accredited/validated by
18 Final Award(s) MEng (Hons)
19 UCAS Code (UG programmes) H302
20 NQF Level of Final Awards(s): 7
21 Credit (CATS and ECTS)
22 QAA Subject Benchmarking Group (UG and PGT programmes) Engineering
23 Origin Date February 8th 2023 Last Date of Revision: July 31st 2023