Start your engineering career

Engineering degrees that fit around your life

Study a full engineering degree with just 2 days on campus each week and receive up to £6,000 financial support while you study.

Whether you want to specialise in automated manufacturing, electromechanical or mechanical engineering, you'll develop the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful engineering career.

Train in cutting-edge facilities including our Advanced Manufacturing Festo facility, alongside dedicated labs for robotics, automation, mechatronics and fluid mechanics. You can also gain real industry experience through an optional 48-week industry placement.

With demand for engineers continuing to grow across the UK, there has never been a better time to start your engineering career.

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Applications for our engineering courses starting in September 2026 are open. You can apply direct to us today.

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£6k Cost of Living Allowance

At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 with £6,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport - completely free, with no need to pay it back.

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Explore our engineering degrees

Our engineering degrees are designed to fit around your life, with teaching delivered across two consecutive days on campus each week. You'll gain hands-on experience using industry-standard software, automation systems and specialist engineering facilities while developing the practical skills employers are looking for. Explore our engineering courses below and apply online to see if we can make you an offer.

Electromechanical Engineering BEng

The world is crying out for skilled engineers and our Electromechanical Engineering BEng degree will give you all the key disciplines – essential math's, me…

Two student connecting wires on an electric board.

Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at University College Birmingham develops core and advanced skills in mechanical systems design, smart manufacturing, the…

Automated Manufacturing Engineering BEng (Hons)

Manufacturing engineering sits at the centre of modern industry, combining engineering expertise with advanced automation and digital technolog…

"Our courses are intensive and challenging, but the support for our students is excellent – we maximise your chances for success in engineering and help you make your mark in today's sustainable workforce."

Neil Davies Head of Department of Engineering

Why study engineering at UCB?

2 Day Degrees – study a full engineering degree with just two days on campus each week
Up to £6,000 financial support available for eligible UK full-time undergraduate students
Advanced engineering facilities including our Advanced Manufacturing Festo facility, plus robotics, automation, mechatronics and fluid mechanics labs
Optional 48-week industry placement to build professional experience before you graduate
Industry-standard software including SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ANSYS, MATLAB and Python
Future-focused skills in automation, smart manufacturing and modern engineering technologies

Community and support

Our diverse and inclusive community will help you build friendships, discover new interests and make the most of university life.

You'll also have access to award-winning support throughout your studies, from academic skills and careers guidance to health, wellbeing and disability support. Whatever your goals, we're here to help you succeed.

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