University of Plymouth

Bachelor in Fdsc Mechanical Engineering 2

Plymouth, United Kingdom 4 years Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Tuition 10% below the typical bachelor's
  • No application fee

About Bachelor in Fdsc Mechanical Engineering 2

For Bachelor in Fdsc Mechanical Engineering 2, tuition fees are 24,296 USD per year.

City College Plymouth, a double Gold award-winning TEF institution, delivers this Foundation Degree in Mechanical Engineering under the academic validation of the University of Plymouth. This programme is meticulously crafted for students who seek a balance between rigorous academic theory and the pragmatic, technical skills demanded by the modern engineering workplace. It is an ideal pathway for those aiming to enter the industry or for professionals looking to formalise their expertise through a recognised higher education qualification.

Distinctive Learning Environment

Students benefit from a unique dual-institution experience. While based at City College Plymouth—a large, resource-rich facility in the South West—learners enjoy smaller class sizes, personalised tuition, and direct engagement with enthusiastic lecturers who maintain strong ties to local and national employers. This structure ensures a supportive, close-knit community where academic progress is paired with professional development. Graduates are well-positioned to progress onto BEng (Hons) Top-Up degree programmes, providing a clear route toward full chartered status.

About University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, situated on England’s southwest coast, is a modern, student-centred university with around 18,000 students and a welcoming international community. The campus blends contemporary facilities with strong industry links, particularly in marine science, health, engineering and business. Plymouth emphasises practical learning and employability, offering placements, internships and project-based modules that connect students directly with employers and local partners.

International students find Plymouth attractive for its supportive campus services, range of student societies and manageable city scale that balances urban amenities with coastal lifestyle. The university provides pre‑arrival guidance, English language support and dedicated international student teams to ease transition and help with accommodation, visas and wellbeing. Teaching approaches combine lectures, labs and applied projects, while research-active staff bring real-world problems into the classroom.

Graduates from Plymouth benefit from strong regional and national employer engagement, which can lead to placements, graduate roles and entrepreneurial support through incubators and career services. The city’s quality of life, lower cost compared with larger UK cities and emphasis on hands-on learning make Plymouth a practical choice for students seeking a balanced academic experience and strong prospects for work or further study after graduation.

This program's tuition is 10% below the typical bachelor's in the United Kingdom.

Median tuition for that cohort is 27,095 USD, across 15,251 programs on Global Admissions.

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English Test Requirement

Please contact City College Plymouth for specific English language proficiency requirements.

Bachelor in Fdsc Mechanical Engineering 2: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Bachelor in Fdsc Mechanical Engineering 2?
Tuition: USD 24,296.43 per year.
Is Bachelor in Fdsc Mechanical Engineering 2 available online?
This is an on-campus program at University of Plymouth in Plymouth.

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