Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering Fd H302

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027; tuition costs 20,800 GBP per year.

Mechanical engineers drive innovation across nearly every industrial sector, from designing high-performance racing cars and jet engines to developing sustainable energy solutions and advanced manufacturing systems. This programme is designed for students who want to combine scientific rigour with practical design expertise and business awareness to solve the complex technical challenges of the 21st century.

This Foundation degree (FdEng) is delivered by Belfast Metropolitan College (BMC) in close partnership with Queen’s University Belfast (QUB). It provides a dedicated pathway for students to bridge into professional engineering practice. Graduates often move directly into technical roles within design or manufacturing, or leverage the programme as a launchpad for further academic progression.

Distinctive Programme Features

• Work-Based Learning: A core component of the second year involves a 400-hour professional placement with a local employer, providing vital industry experience and professional networking opportunities.
• Seamless Progression: Successful completion of this degree allows students to transition directly into Stage 2 of BEng Honours programmes in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Product Design Engineering at Queen's University Belfast.
• Dual-Campus Access: Students are enrolled at both BMC and QUB, granting them full access to the resources, laboratories, and student services of both institutions.
• Hands-on Environment: The curriculum prioritises practical skill development through access to modern engineering workshops, CAD suites, and collaborative project environments.

Queen's University Belfast is a historic and research-led university located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Founded as Queen's College Belfast in 1845 and established as an independent university in 1908, Queen's combines a long heritage with modern ambitions. The campus sits within a designated conservation area and serves a diverse community of around 24,915 students, including roughly 3,500 international students, creating a lively and inclusive environment for study and social life.

Academically, Queen's is a Russell Group member with strong disciplinary strengths and a clear focus on employability. The university hosts four flagship Global Research Institutes addressing Global Peace, Security and Justice; Cyber Security; Health Sciences; and Food Safety, offering students opportunities to engage with impactful research. Career-facing initiatives such as Degree Plus and targeted employer workshops enhance internships, placements and graduate prospects, while sustained investment in campus infrastructure has delivered new teaching facilities, a student centre and a cutting-edge clinical simulation centre for health-related programmes.

For international students, Belfast offers an affordable and welcoming city experience with rich cultural life and efficient transport links across the UK and Ireland. University support services help with arrival, visas and accommodation, and a variety of clubs, societies and volunteering options make it easy to build networks and gain practical experience. Queen's is a strong choice for students seeking rigorous teaching, active research opportunities and clear pathways into careers in the UK and beyond.