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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.

Visit our Clearing Open Day

Join us at our Clearing Open Day on Saturday 15 August 2026.

Explore our campus, facilities and accommodation, meet lecturers and current students, and get advice on your Clearing options.

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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…

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Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)

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

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Automated Manufacturing Engineering BEng (Hons)

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

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"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?
Living in Birmingham

2 Day Degree option

Earn a full-time engineering degree with just 2 consecutive on-campus days a week to free you up for other responsibilities over the rest of the week. Our 2 Day Degree gives you the same qualification and academic quality, with the on-campus timetable packed into two consecutive days.

2 Day Degrees

We're serious about placements

We don't just talk about getting you career-ready, we make it happen. We are one of the UK's largest placement providers and our engineering courses feature an optional 48-week placement to build your experience. Most are paid too, helping you balance a degree with the cost of living. 

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Advanced facilities

We have invested £300 million in our facilities and our engineering learning environments include our Advanced Manufacturing Festo facility, plus robotics, automation, mechatronics and fluid mechanics labs. Our industry-standard software includes SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ANSYS, MATLAB and Python, which you will use in industry.

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£6,000 to help fund your studies

University is about chasing your goals, not worrying about your finances. That's why eligible UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 will receive £6,000 to help cover living costs and you don't have to pay it back. You can spend less time thinking about money and more time making the most of your experience.

£6k Cost of Living Allowance

A city that has it all

Study in Birmingham, one of the UK's most exciting cities. With nearly 40% of the population under 25, there's always something happening, from amazing food spots and shopping to live music, festivals, sport and nightlife. Plus, with London less than 90 minutes away by train and opportunities from leading employers across the city, Birmingham is the perfect place to study, explore and kick-start your future.

Being in Birmingham

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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