You must have competence in English language to study with us. The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all four components)
The MEng course is no longer accepting applications for 2020 entry. The next entry for MEng is 2021. For 2020 entry, please apply for the BEng
Why study design engineering with us
Our design engineering degree gives you the hands-on skills and project experience you need to gain a competitive edge in both the industrial and commercial fields of design engineering. With the option to study a three-year BEng, or a four-year MEng, our design engineering course gives you the skills, the knowledge, and the hands-on experience to put you at the forefront of the next generation of design engineers.
You’ll get to grips with the digital systems and software you need to gain an insight into electronics, mechatronics, robotics and networking solutions. Guided by guest lecturers and industry professionals you’ll get the help, advice and feedback you need to start building your professional portfolio while you study.
Build your design engineering skills
Our weekly guest lectures give you the chance to enhance your industry knowledge. You'll build contacts with some of the industry’s leading design experts and companies. We are uniquely linked with redLoop, Middlesex’s design and innovation centre, which each year gives a number of student interns the chance to develop their skills and professional competencies by working on live projects for real clients
You’ll enhance your career prospects through our networking events, work experience opportunities and the chance to showcase your work at design engineering competitions. You’ll also have the option to get a foot in the industry door with a paid, year-long work placement.
From your second year, you’ll have the option to carry on with your design engineering degree or transfer to a specialist robotics, electronics or mechatronics programme. If you’re applying for our four-year MEng course, you’ll also gain your masters qualification as soon as you successfully finish your undergraduate study.
The BEng course is accredited by the Institute of Engineering Designers.
Get the support you need to succeed
When it comes to support, you’ll be matched with a Personal Tutor to get the backing you need. You’ll also get support from our Student Learning and Graduate Academic Assistants who have personal experience in your subject.
We’ll also give you the help you need to develop your exit portfolio, CV and career entry plan, to fully prepare you for a career in areas that range from design engineering and electrical engineering to mechanical engineering and CAD product design.
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MEng Modules
Year 1
Design Engineering Projects 1 (30 credits) - Compulsory
Physical Computing: Electronics (30 credits) - Compulsory
Physical Computing: Programming (30 credits) - Compulsory
Formal Systems (30 credits) - Compulsory
Year 2
Engineering in Context (30 credits) - Compulsory
Control Systems (30 credits) - Compulsory
Year 2: Choose one of the following pairs of modules
Analogue and Digital systems (30 credits) - Optional
Electronic Engineering Projects 2 (30 credits) - Compulsory
Or
Design Engineering Projects 2 (30 credits) - Compulsory
Robotics and Mechatronics (30 credits) - Optional
Sandwich placement year
Year 3
Design and Innovation Management (30 credits) - Compulsory
Design Engineering Dissertation (30 credits) - Compulsory
Design Engineering Major Project (60 credits) - Compulsory
Year 4
Advanced topics in Design Engineering (30 credits) - Compulsory
Team Project (60 credits) - Compulsory
Industrial Automation and Control (30 credits) - Optional
Systems engineering for Robotics (30 credits) - Optional
Advanced Mechatronics and Robotics (30 credits) - Optional
Systems Design and Validation (30 credits) - Optional
System-on-a-chip Design (30 credits) - Optional
How can the BEng/MEng Design Engineering support your career?
We encourage you to develop a commercial approach to design engineering via supported live projects with industrial partners. You will undertake contextual studies into the nature of the profession and will be supported to develop an exit portfolio, CV and career entry plan.
Below are just a few examples of the types of careers that you could pursue after graduating with us:
Design Engineer
A Design Engineer role includes researching and developing ideas for new products and systems, and improving those that already exist. Design Engineers work in a wide range of industries on a variety of products and services.
CAD Technician
A Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) Technician uses software to develop design plans such as floor plans, buildings plans and exhibition layouts. CAD Technicians may also work on product designs which are then sent to engineers to create prototypes.
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers work on designing and developing electrical products and components. This can include electrical machinery, control systems and equipment in a number of industries from transport, to telecommunications, to the armed forces.
Mechanical Engineer
A Mechanical Engineer works on the design, development and maintenance of mechanical components, systems and machinery. A Mechanical Engineer can work in a range of industries where mechanical systems are used.
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