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Extended Mechanical Engineering at the University of Greenwich is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to prepare students for a successful career in the dynamic field of mechanical engineering. This course offers an in-depth understanding of the core principles and practices involved in designing, analyzing, manufacturing, and maintaining mechanical systems. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, enabling students to tackle real-world engineering challenges across various industries including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and energy sectors. Throughout the programme, students will explore subjects such as thermodynamics, robotics, materials science, fluid mechanics, and control systems. The course emphasizes practical laboratory work, group projects, and industry placements to provide hands-on experience, fostering innovation and problem-solving skills. The Extended Mechanical Engineering course is ideal for students seeking a solid foundation in mechanical engineering with an additional year focused on consolidating knowledge, improving technical skills, and preparing for employment or further study. The programme is delivered by experienced academic staff and industry professionals, ensuring students are well-equipped with up-to-date technical expertise and industry insights. State-of-the-art facilities and laboratories support practical learning, allowing students to work on cutting-edge projects. Graduates of this programme can pursue careers in design, manufacturing, research and development, or pursue postgraduate studies. The Extended Mechanical Engineering course at Greenwich aims to develop well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute effectively to technological advancements and sustainability solutions in the engineering sector.
Detailed Course Facts
Tuition fee- GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
- GBP 10350 Year (Non-EEA)
EU/Home: £9,000 International: £10,350
Scholarships available - please see our website www.gre.ac.uk/scholarships
Start date September 2015 Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test- English
Course Content
Foundation Year for Programmes in Engineering Systems, Computer Engineering or Communications Engineering:
- Engineering Project Design and Implementation
- Professional and Personal Development
- Introduction to Engineering Mathematics
Foundation Year for Programmes in Civil Engineering:
- Civil Engineering Computations
- Engineering Metrology
- Construction Materials
- Structural and Applied Mechanics
- Design Concepts and Processes
- Communication Studies
- Mathematics
- Principles of Engineering Science
Content in following years depends on the programme pathway selected.
English Language Requirements
IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 60(Grade C) TOEFL paper-based test score : 550
To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to
take an IELTS test. More About IELTSRequirements
Applicants should have:
160 UCAS points for foundation year
FROM a National Certificate/Diploma
OR equivalent qualifications
PLUS at least three GCSEs at grade C or above (including English, mathematics and science) or equivalent qualifications.
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Related Scholarships*
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
- Access Bursary
Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.
- Alumni Bursary
Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students
* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Greenwich.
Funding
Mandatory Bursary
This bursary will be available to all new full time entry students paying the maximum level variable rate home fee of £3290 who also qualify for student support from Student Finance England.
The bursary will be payable for a maximum of three years and is dependent on successful progression each year of your programme. It will not be paid during any repeat or industrial placement years.
In addition to the above you will be required to qualify for the Maintenance Grant or Special Support Grant. These are grants that you can apply for when you make an application for your student loan for tuition fees and maintenance or what we call collectively Student Support.
Alumni progression bursary
A 10 per cent fee discount is available to all students who progress from an undergraduate to a non-government/research funded postgraduate programme at the university. The undergraduate degree programme must have been completed on one of the university
Care leaver's bursary
This bursary provides financial support to students entering higher education direct from local authority care. The student must have been in the care of the Local Authority for a minimum of 52 consecutive weeks immediately prior to beginning a programme of study. The bursary is available to UK students who on the 1st of September in the year of entry are 20 and under. Applicants must be studying full-time undergraduate programmes at one of the university
The bursary of £1,000 per year is payable for a maximum of three years. Payment in subsequent years is dependent on satisfactory progression and payment in a placement year is dependent on the placement being unpaid. In addition to the annual award, students will receive £100 in their final year towards the costs of the graduation ceremony.
First class honours scholarship
A 10% tuition fee discount is available to home students that achieve a first upon completion of an undergraduate degree and continue their study to postgraduate level. To be eligible, students must have completed their three or four year degree programme on one of our main campuses or at one of our partner colleges and have paid the variable rate tuition fees for the entire degree programme.
The scholarship is not available to government/research funded and PGCE programmes.
This scholarship can be awarded in addition to the Alumni Progression Bursary and the 5% prompt payment discount.
Partnership progression scholarship
10 scholarships of £525 each are available to students who progress from a University of Greenwich programme at one of our partner colleges directly to the final year of an honours degree programme at one of our campuses (Avery Hill, Greenwich or Medway). The applicant must have achieved to a high standard at the college. The 10 highest achieving students will be awarded.
Progression bursary
Full time students paying maximum variable fee who receive the Mandatory Bursary detailed above who progress from year 1 to year 2 of study will receive a Progression Bursary payable in year 2 of study only. The award will be for £150.
When we say progression we mean that you have passed 120 credits and completed all last items of assessment at the first attempt. If you are awarded this bursary it will be in addition to the Mandatory Bursary and paid at the same time into your nominated bank account (the one your loan and grant is paid in to).
The Progression Bursary is not available for Foundation degree, HND other
UCAS scholarship
This scholarship of £525 per year for a maximum of three years (years 2 and 3 dependent on satisfactory progress), is available to full-time home undergraduate students on honours degree programmes who are studying at one of the university
John McWilliam bursary
Established in memory of former Deputy Vice-Chancellor Mr John McWilliam this scholarship assists students studying specified programmes of study, within the School of Architecture & Construction.
Each recipient, of five selected annually, will be able to use the scholarship of £1500 to fund a variety of educational costs not necessarily met by any other grant, award or scholarship including the opportunity to travel oversees as part of their programme of study. Scholarships are available for one year only and can only be received by each recipient once during their studies.
Applicants must be entering the first year, full-time UK home students, studying a specified programme on one of the university
Additionally, priority will be given to applicants that have been resident for a minimum of three years in the one of the boroughs surrounding the university campuses; these include the London Borough
Merit awards for outstanding achievement
This scheme is for all final year level 2 and 3 undergraduate students who are judged by a board of examiners to have demonstrated outstanding achievement during their programmes of study at the university or one of its partner colleges. Recipients of this award will be presented with a medal, certificate and £100.
David Fussey choral exhibition bursary
This cash bursary of £1,000pa (payable in two £500 instalments) is awarded for a maximum of three years and is available to all students at the university who join the University of Greenwich Choir.
The bursary is awarded in memory of Dr David Fussey, the late Vice-Chancellor of the University of Greenwich, who gained great enjoyment from singing in choirs. If you have choral experience and pass the audition to join the choir, you may apply.
The choral exhibitioner must remain an active member of the choir, attend all rehearsals and give full support to the university
Madame Österberg Trust
Madame Martina Österberg was a pioneer of physical education for women until her death in 1915. She founded the Bergman Österberg Physical Training College at Dartford, which until recently formed part of the university.
The furtherance of education was extremely important to Madame Österberg, and awards in her memory are available to all registered students of the University of Greenwich and its partner colleges. Applications can be made for additional educational experiences that are not directly associated with a student
Gravesend rugby football bursary
Bursaries are available to students studying at the University of Greenwich or studying University of Greenwich programmes at one of its partner colleges. Students must have experience of playing rugby union to an appropriate level, with a minimum standard of County 18s group or a senior level of rugby, the equivalent to London South East 2 or above.
Bursaries are offered on an annual basis dependent on the student
Royal Navy and Royal Marine bursary
The University of Greenwich, working closely with the Royal Navy Crown charity, Greenwich Hospital, has been awarded funds to assist students studying at the University of Greenwich. The scheme aims to provide support to students who are serving or former members of the Royal Navy or Royal Marines or their sons or daughters. Navy and marine personnel must have a minimum of three years
The bursary aims to assist eligible students with educational costs by making awards of up to £3,000 per academic year for a maximum of four years. Payment in academic years 2 and 3 is dependent upon satisfactory academic progress; payment during a placement (Sandwich) year is dependent on the placement being unpaid.
Sir William Boreman's Foundation
The Foundation provides bursaries, to permanent residents of the London boroughs of Greenwich and Lewisham. Applicants must have lived in the borough for a minimum of three years, be under 25 and have a family residual income in the region of £25,000 a year.
Bursaries can be used for travel, equipment, tuition fees, university excursions and general living expenses. UK full-time and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible to apply.
Alumni Progression Bursary
International students who progress from an undergraduate to a non-government/research funded postgraduate programme can obtain a 10 per cent discount on their fees.
Gurkha Personnel Bursary
This £1,000 bursary is available to full-time and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate students who are serving in the Gurkha military or are former Gurkha military personnel. Immediate family members may also apply.
Nationality Scholarship
The University of Greenwich automatically awards scholarships of £1,000 to students from:
Bangladesh, Barbados, Botswana, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, Egypt, Ghana, India, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, North Korea, South Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Turkic States, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam and Zimbabwe.
Students must be on a full-time programme that lasts for at least one academic year.
People's Republic of China Scholarship
The university awards scholarships of up to £1,000 to students who have completed an approved programme at one of the university
International Undergraduate and Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
New international undergraduate students selected for outstanding achievement at the end of the first academic year receive a fee remission of £1,000 for years two and three of study.
Postgraduate students selected for outstanding achievement at the end of the diploma stage of Master
Extended Mechanical Engineering at the University of Greenwich is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the field of mechanical engineering. This extended degree program typically lasts four years, offering an additional year compared to the standard three-year undergraduate degree, which allows students to gain more extensive expertise, undertake industrial placements, and develop advanced technical competencies. The curriculum covers fundamental engineering principles, materials science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, control systems, and manufacturing processes, along with specialized modules tailored to current industry standards and technological advancements.
Throughout the course, students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories and workshops equipped with modern machinery and tools, enabling hands-on learning and real-world project experience. The program emphasizes employability by integrating professional development, teamwork, and problem-solving skills into each module. Students also have the opportunity to undertake industrial placements, which facilitate practical experience and industry networking, increasing their job prospects upon graduation.
The University of Greenwich’s strong links with industry partners support guest lectures, industry projects, and potential employment opportunities. The extended program aims to prepare graduates for a wide range of careers in mechanical engineering, including design, manufacturing, maintenance, and systems management, both in the UK and internationally. Graduates of this program are equipped with the analytical, technical, and managerial skills necessary to succeed in a competitive engineering environment and are well-prepared for postgraduate study or professional accreditation.
The program also emphasizes sustainability, innovation, and emerging technologies such as renewable energy and smart manufacturing, reflecting the evolving landscape of mechanical engineering. Assessment methods include coursework, examinations, project work, and presentations, fostering a comprehensive understanding and application of engineering principles. Overall, Extended Mechanical Engineering at the University of Greenwich offers a robust education designed to meet the demands of modern engineering industries and support continuous professional development.