Engineering
UK engineering degrees (BEng/MEng) are globally recognised and accredited by professional bodies. Choose from civil, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, and more.
Notable Engineering Programmes
A curated selection of top-ranked, distinctive and interesting engineering programmes across UK universities.
Mechanical Engineering
UK's #1 engineering school — IET/IMechE accredited with extensive lab facilities
Imperial's MEng in Mechanical Engineering is fully accredited for Chartered Engineer status. Students access world-class labs including wind tunnels, robotics facilities and advanced manufacturing workshops. The final-year design project often tackles real industry challenges with partners like Rolls-Royce, Dyson and Formula 1 teams.
Engineering
Broad-based first two years let you specialise late — unique Cambridge approach
Cambridge takes a distinctive approach: all engineering students follow the same broad curriculum for two years before choosing from specialisms including aerospace, civil, electrical, information, and mechanical engineering. This delayed specialisation means you make more informed choices. The degree is taught through the college supervision system alongside large-group lectures.
Aerospace Engineering
Specialist aerospace programme with links to Boeing, Airbus and the UK space sector
Sheffield's aerospace programme benefits from the university's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), a partnership with Boeing. Students learn aerodynamics, structures, propulsion and avionics with access to flight simulators and composite manufacturing facilities. The city's role in UK advanced manufacturing provides excellent placement and career opportunities.
Civil Engineering
Top-5 for civil engineering with Brunel's historic legacy in the city
Bristol's civil engineering programme draws on the city's engineering heritage — Brunel's Clifton Suspension Bridge is practically on campus. The degree covers structural, geotechnical, water and environmental engineering with strong fieldwork components. Students regularly work on live projects with Arup, Mott MacDonald and local infrastructure developments.
65 universities offer this subject
University of Oxford
Oxford · England · UK Rank #2
University of Cambridge
Cambridge · England · UK Rank #3
University College London
London · England · UK Rank #4
King's College London
London · England · UK Rank #5
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh · Scotland · UK Rank #6
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University of Manchester
Manchester · England · UK Rank #7
University of Bristol
Bristol · England · UK Rank #8
University of Warwick
Coventry · England · UK Rank #10
University of Birmingham
Birmingham · England · UK Rank #11
University of Glasgow
Glasgow · Scotland · UK Rank #12
University of Leeds
Leeds · England · UK Rank #13
University of Southampton
Southampton · England · UK Rank #14
University of Sheffield
Sheffield · England · UK Rank #15
Durham University
Durham · England · UK Rank #16
University of Nottingham
Nottingham · England · UK Rank #17
Queen Mary University of London
London · England · UK Rank #18
University of Bath
Bath · England · UK Rank #20
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne · England · UK Rank #21
University of Liverpool
Liverpool · England · UK Rank #22
University of Exeter
Exeter · England · UK Rank #23
Lancaster University
Lancaster · England · UK Rank #24
University of York
York · England · UK Rank #25
Cardiff University
Cardiff · Wales · UK Rank #26
University of Reading
Reading · England · UK Rank #27
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast · Northern Ireland · UK Rank #28
University of Loughborough
Loughborough · England · UK Rank #29
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow · Scotland · UK Rank #30
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen · Scotland · UK Rank #31
University of Surrey
Guildford · England · UK Rank #32
University of Sussex
Brighton · England · UK Rank #33
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh · Scotland · UK Rank #34
Swansea University
Swansea · Wales · UK Rank #35
City, University of London
London · England · UK Rank #36
University of Leicester
Leicester · England · UK Rank #37
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford · England · UK Rank #38
University of East Anglia
Norwich · England · UK Rank #39
Brunel University London
London · England · UK Rank #40
Aston University
Birmingham · England · UK Rank #42
University of Essex
Colchester · England · UK Rank #43
University of Kent
Canterbury · England · UK Rank #43
University of Dundee
Dundee · Scotland · UK Rank #44
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham · England · UK Rank #46
Northumbria University
Newcastle · England · UK Rank #48
University of Bradford
Bradford · England · UK Rank #48
University of Stirling
Stirling · Scotland · UK Rank #49
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield · England · UK Rank #50
University of Hull
Hull · England · UK Rank #51
University of Lincoln
Lincoln · England · UK Rank #52
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham · England · UK Rank #53
Coventry University
Coventry · England · UK Rank #53
Bangor University
Bangor · Wales · UK Rank #54
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth · England · UK Rank #58
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield · England · UK Rank #62
Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth · Wales · UK Rank #63
Keele University
Keele · England · UK Rank #66
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester · England · UK Rank #67
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh · Scotland · UK Rank #72
University of Salford
Salford · England · UK Rank #76
De Montfort University
Leicester · England · UK Rank #82
University of Central Lancashire
Preston · England · UK Rank #86
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield · England · UK Rank #88
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge · England · UK Rank #89
Kingston University London
Kingston upon Thames · England · UK Rank #92
University of Greenwich
London · England · UK Rank #94
University of Winchester
Winchester · England · UK Rank #97
Career Pathways
Where a UK Engineering degree can take you — typical graduate starting salaries: £28,000–£50,000
Professional Accreditation
IET, IMechE, or ICE accredited — leading to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, recognised worldwide.
Subject Overview
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BA/MEng Engineering
Broad-based engineering course ranked #1 in the UK with world-leading research facilities.
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124 programs across 75 universities
IMechE-accredited covering thermodynamics, mechanics, and design.
Combines engineering and life sciences. Accredited by IMechE with clinical placement opportunities at Imperial NHS Trust.
IChemE-accredited with design projects. Strong graduate employment in energy, pharma, and consulting.
A rigorous four-year programme covering thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials, and design. Imperial's proximity to Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems provides exceptional placement opportunities.
The Mechanical Engineering programme at University of Oxford offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Cambridge's integrated four-year Engineering degree covers all major engineering disciplines in years 1–2, with specialisation in years 3–4. Requires the ENGAA.
Broad-based engineering with specialisation in year two. IMechE accredited.
Covers mechanical, structural, and energy engineering. IMechE accredited with industrial placement options.
IMechE-accredited with strong industry placement programme. Covers thermodynamics, design, and manufacturing.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Bristol is one of the UK's premier aerospace engineering universities, with strong links to Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and GKN Aerospace. This four-year integrated master's is internationally recognised.
Integrated masters covering mechanical, civil, and automotive engineering. Strong industry partnerships with Jaguar Land Rover and other major manufacturers.
Accredited by IChemE with industrial placement options. Focus on sustainability and biochemical engineering.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
James Watt School of Engineering. Strong links to Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems with integrated industrial placements.
Accredited by IET with strong industry links. Covers power systems, communications, and embedded systems with a research project year.
Strong links with Formula 1 and aerospace industries. Access to world-class wind tunnel and testing facilities.
Top-ranked UK engineering department with access to the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre. Strong links to Boeing and Rolls-Royce.
Covers general engineering with specialisation in year two. IMechE and IET accredited.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
ICE-accredited with focus on structural engineering, geotechnics, and sustainable construction. Integrated placement year.
Covers mechanical, aerospace, and electrical engineering. Strong industry placement programme.
The Civil Engineering programme at University of Bath offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Includes a year-long industrial placement. Known for automotive and aerospace engineering with access to the Powertrain and Vehicle Research Centre.
The Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme at University of Bath offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
The Civil Engineering programme at University of Bath offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Strong focus on structural engineering and sustainability. Linked to Newcastle research on smart cities and infrastructure resilience.
Strong industry partnerships with focus on power electronics, control systems, and telecommunications.
Covers civil, mechanical, and electronic engineering. Sustainable engineering focus.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Strong focus on communications, intelligent systems, and nanotechnology. Includes integrated industrial placement.
ICE-accredited with focus on structural engineering and water resources. Strong links to Welsh infrastructure projects.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
IET-accredited with links to Bombardier and Spirit AeroSystems. Northern Ireland leading aerospace engineering programme.
Strong automotive and manufacturing focus. Links to Rolls-Royce and the Advanced Technology Innovation Centre.
Five-year Scottish integrated masters with industrial placement. Strong links to Scottish manufacturing and energy sector.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
Aberdeen is the UK centre for petroleum engineering. Direct industry links with BP, Shell, and TotalEnergies. Transition to renewables focus.
Home to the Surrey Space Centre. Strong focus on satellite communications, 5G, and space technology.
IMechE-accredited covering thermodynamics, mechanics, and design.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Five-year Scottish masters with industrial placement. Strong robotics and manufacturing specialism.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Strong computational engineering and materials science focus. Links to the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
Combines engineering with healthcare applications. Strong links to London hospitals and medical device companies.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Mechanical Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Study Aerospace Engineering at Oxford Brookes University and develop expertise through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical work.
The Mechanical Engineering programme at Oxford Brookes University offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Named after Isambard Kingdom Brunel with strong practical engineering focus. IMechE-accredited with placement year.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
IMechE-accredited with strong automotive and manufacturing focus. Links to JLR and the West Midlands engineering sector.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Covers design, manufacturing, and energy systems. Links to the West Yorkshire engineering sector.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Explore Electrical Engineering at Northumbria University, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and industry connections.
Study Aerospace Engineering at Northumbria University and develop expertise through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical work.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Strong manufacturing and precision engineering specialism. Links to the Centre for Precision Technologies.
Join our Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme and benefit from University of Huddersfield's research-led teaching and supportive learning environment.
The Aerospace Engineering programme at University of Huddersfield offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Explore Civil Engineering at University of Huddersfield, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and industry connections.
Strong links to the Humber energy and chemicals sector. Focus on process engineering and sustainability.
Strong links to Siemens Lincoln. Focus on manufacturing, energy, and sustainable engineering.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Coventry is the heart of UK automotive industry. Links to JLR, Aston Martin, and the National Transport Design Centre.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Mechanical Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Our Electrical Engineering programme provides a rigorous foundation with opportunities for independent research and professional development.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
IMechE-accredited with strong marine and defence engineering links. Proximity to the Royal Navy dockyards.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Join our Chemical Engineering programme and benefit from Goldsmiths, University of London's research-led teaching and supportive learning environment.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Join our Civil Engineering programme and benefit from Keele University's research-led teaching and supportive learning environment.
The Mechanical Engineering programme at Keele University offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Study Aerospace Engineering at Keele University and develop expertise through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical work.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Mechanical Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
ICE-accredited with focus on structural engineering and transport. Links to Scottish infrastructure projects.
Our Civil Engineering programme provides a rigorous foundation with opportunities for independent research and professional development.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Mechanical Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
ICE-accredited with focus on construction management and sustainable built environment.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
ICE-accredited. Focus on sustainable construction, water engineering, and Scottish infrastructure.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Focus on manufacturing, automotive, and energy engineering with industrial placement options.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
IMechE-accredited covering thermodynamics, mechanics, and design.
Named after the de Havilland aviation heritage. Covers aerodynamics, propulsion, and avionics.
IMechE-accredited covering thermodynamics, mechanics, and design.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
ICE-accredited covering structures, geotechnics, and construction.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Study Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Middlesex University and develop expertise through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical work.
The Aerospace Engineering programme at Middlesex University offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
Our Civil Engineering programme provides a rigorous foundation with opportunities for independent research and professional development.
IET-accredited covering electronics, power systems, and control.
ICE-accredited with focus on structural and environmental engineering. London infrastructure project links.
Our Chemical Engineering programme provides a rigorous foundation with opportunities for independent research and professional development.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Join our Electrical Engineering programme and benefit from University of Greenwich's research-led teaching and supportive learning environment.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Civil Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Chemical Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Gain in-depth knowledge of Aerospace Engineering through our comprehensive programme, featuring expert teaching and modern facilities.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
Study Aerospace Engineering at University of Suffolk and develop expertise through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical work.
Covers thermodynamics, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing. Accredited by IMechE for pathway to Chartered Engineer.
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