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Engineering with Placement Year - MEng (Hons)

Lancaster University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

In modern engineering there are no distinct boundaries between specialisms, and all engineers require a broad-based knowledge of the fundamental principles to be able to work across multidisciplinary teams. At their core, an engineer is a creative and technically minded individual who can conceive ideas, design and implement them. They are pioneers and problem solvers, innovators and analysers. This is an excellent choice for those who want to experience engineering in its broader sense before choosing a specialism in Year 2.


What to expect

We introduce you to many of the key features of engineering, equipping you with a well-rounded understanding and skill set in areas such as design, programming, mechanics, electronic systems and instrumentation, manufacturing and material science. You’ll share the first year with all our School of Engineering students, regardless of their specialism, and you will gain an appreciation for the interdisciplinary nature of the subject. Not only that, you will already know other engineering students before you move into your specialism in Year 2.Get ready to use team working, creativity and technical skills to design and build things that solve real-world problems. We have two dedicated engineering buildings which are brand new with lots of cool kit, maker spaces, labs and social spaces.


Choosing your specialism

We offer the following specialisms. Check out their course pages to find out what you will study in Year 2 and beyond.- Chemical Engineering- Electronic and Electrical Engineering- Mechanical Engineering- Mechatronic Engineering- Nuclear EngineeringYour 2nd and 3rd years will include the study of a range of modules and group project work where you apply your skills and knowledge to real industry problems.


Your placement

In Year 4, you will undertake a year in industry that will enable you to apply the knowledge and skills learnt so far and gain invaluable experience. We have extensive links built through our leadership in research and have students undergoing placements with multinational corporate companies to smaller specialist SMEs. Once you have completed your placement, you will write an extended reflective piece about your time spent with the company.


Master’s-level training

In your final year of study, you will gain a strong understanding of real-world engineering and hands-on experience in the profession through an industry-linked project, further building your confidence and preparing you for the workforce. You will also complete a comprehensive individual research project alongside specialist technical modules, allowing you to explore your interests and align them with your future career goals. This year will solidify your knowledge, placing you in an excellent position to launch your engineering career and progress toward achieving Chartered Engineer status.


Personal Development

Whichever specialism you choose, you will develop valuable transferable skills that make you highly desirable to future employers. This includes working in collaboration, communication, and the ability to design and implement a system or device. You will grow practical skills in diagnosis and testing, system maintenance, digital proficiencies, and the ability to consider and maintain work safety practices in a range of environments.


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Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 29,820per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Lancaster, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

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Lancaster's community has staff and students from over 120 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
Lancaster’s exceptional reputation for teaching and research is recognised by employers around the world.
Lancaster’s diverse population is split into nine college communities, giving every student support and a sense of belonging.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    General Engineering

    14th out of 32 7

    9th out of 46

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    129 58%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    14th

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    164 72%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    5th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.42 85%

    7th

    6

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