Mechanical Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year (Dubai) MEng

Study with us and you could step into roles designing, manufacturing, installing and testing anything from nanoscale robots to spacecraft. You’ll learn how to tackle engineering challenges in a range of industries.

Start at our new, technology-enhanced 'smart' campus in Dubai, then embrace a global experience when you transfer to the UK. In Birmingham, you can hear from industry guests, deepen your knowledge with an in-depth research project, and get set for an exciting career.

• Work alongside engineering students from all disciplines.
• Graduate with the same University of Birmingham degree as our UK-based students.
• Take advantage of our research-led teaching, meaning you’ll learn about the latest developments in mechanical engineering.
• Get hands-on experience through UBRacing, our Formula Student team who compete around the world.

You will begin your studies with the foundation year and BEng Mechanical Engineering in Dubai. You will then have the opportunity to transfer onto the MEng Mechanical Engineering at our UK campus to study your final two years.

Enhance your chances of getting a great job with this experience, and the MEng degree is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. You would have to meet an academic threshold for progression to the MEng at the end of your third year in Dubai.

• Learn about cutting-edge developments in your chosen areas of interest, with lectures delivered by world leaders in their fields.
• Engage in tutorials that promote independent problem-solving and enquiry-based learning.
• Foster independence through project work, preparing you for professional environments and ongoing personal development.
• Experience active learning and engagement in the lab, which develops skills such as collaboration, teamwork, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving.
• Spend your penultimate and final year studying in the UK, at our picturesque campus in Edgbaston, Birmingham.

Assessment

Learning and teaching methods will take the form of lectures, classes, case study work, online assignments and quizzes, presentations, and self-directed study.

Work will be assessed via exams, coursework, presentations and a dissertation. To enrich your learning experience, our teaching is jointly delivered by staff in Dubai and the UK. Typically, each module’s preparation team consists of staff members across both campuses, with at least the module leader based in the Dubai campus. You'll receive the same high-quality teaching and learning resources (lecture notes, tutorial sheets, video resources, example lectures, logbooks, etc.) and rigorous assessments (projects, coursework, assignments, exams, etc.) as your fellow students on the UK campus.

You'll have the opportunity to conduct projects under the supervision of staff members from either campus. You can also work on projects that are collaboratively supervised by staff members in other Schools within the University and with industry-based engineers, which significantly increases the type of project topics available. You'll also have the option to propose projects based on your interests during your final year project and in the coursework of some modules. You will spend your penultimate and final year studying at our picturesque campus in Birmingham, UK.

The optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.

Number of A levels required: 3

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees are payable for each year of your programme. To help you manage the cost of study, you can pay fees in full or in three instalments per academic year.

To secure your place, you must pay a non-refundable tuition fee deposit of AED 5,000 by the deadline stated in your Conditional Offer. This deposit will be deducted from your tuition fees.

To avoid delays, please ensure all required documents are included with your application.

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Careers Network

In a competitive global market, you need to be ready for work before you graduate. At the University of Birmingham Dubai, our careers services will help you plan and achieve your ambitions. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network Dubai information, advice, and guidance service offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.

Our state-of-the-art Dubai campus, with its iconic buildings overlooking stunning parkland and friendly community, will quickly make you feel at home in the UAE's second city. Expect plenty of exciting activities to get involved in outside of your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.

Accommodation

Coming to the University of Birmingham Dubai to study might be your first time living away from home. Our student accommodation partners allow you to enjoy your independence in safe, welcoming, and sociable surroundings.

Living in Dubai

Enrich your life with endless attractions, entertainment and lifestyle opportunities. In just over 50 years, Dubai has transformed itself from a tiny settlement to a glistening city and world-class destination. It’s no wonder our students fall in love with the city.

Campus life

Our state-of-the-art Dubai campus is where our diverse community comes together, providing a home for up to 3,000 students to learn, relax, and socialise.

Student support

Whoever you are and wherever you come from, we are committed to providing the best possible support to all of our students, both before you start and throughout your time on campus, so that you can get the most out of your university experience.

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