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Apprenticeship in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (BEng Hons)

Swansea
4 Years, Part Time
Level 3

Manufacturing has increased in complexity in recent years, with the increasing importance of new materials and processes, as well as the need to manage extended, integrated supply chains and networks on a global level. 

This course has been updated accordingly, in response to this complexity, to enable students to successfully enter this environment.

The Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering programme provides a thorough grounding in Mechanical Engineering and application of this knowledge to manufacturing technology and materials. 

You will also study contemporary computer-aided design and manufacture as well as relevant numerical tools.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
  • Apprenticeship
  • Part-time
  • Blended (On-campus)
Language:
  • English
Course length:
4 Years, Part Time
Entry requirements:
Level 3

Fully funded by Welsh Government.  No cost to apprentice or employer.

Why choose this course?

01
Apprenticeships are a life long learning pathway with no age limit, so as long you are employed, not in full-time education and over 18 you can apply.
02
Degree apprenticeship starts at Level 4, however, relevant previous experience/qualifications will be taken into account. You will study part-time around your work commitments, and the programme will be for 2-4 years.
03
The programme is Government funded and you will be entitled to a wage, statutory holidays and paid time off to study.
04
Apprentices must be in relevant employment, but a degree apprenticeship is suitable for all industry sectors and business sizes.
05
Apprentices must be eligible to work in the UK and receive a minimum salary of at least £12,000 per annum.
06
If you are self-employed in Wales you can also apply.

What you will learn

Through this course of study, you will learn about creating competitive advantage through manufacturing planning, strategy, quality, and control and develop the skills to design manufacturing processes that result in products that meet specific material and other requirements.

Electrical and Electronic Principles

(20 credits)

Engineering Mathematics

(20 credits)

Engineering Design

(20 credits)

Engineering Science 1

(20 credits)

Materials and Introduction to Processing

(20 credits)

Engineering Applications and Study Skills

(20 credits)

Group Project

(20 credits)

Manufacturing, Design & Technology

(20 credits)

Management Innovation and Sustainability

(20 credits)

Stress Analysis & Dynamics

(20 credits)

Six Sigma Green Belt

(20 credits)

Thermofluids and Control

(20 credits)

Independent Project

(40 credits)

Advanced Processes & Materials

(20 credits)

Structural and Fluid Analysis

(20 credits)

Advanced Thermofluid Mechanics

(20 credits)

Computational Methods

(20 credits)

Plant and Asset Engineering

(20 credits)

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Staff

Our People

You will be taught and support by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • English and Mathematics level 2 (GCSE A*-C, 4-8 or equivalent) and a level 3 qualification (A level, BTech, Diploma or equivalent) is the usual minimum entry requirement.  

  • Students are taught through a series of lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical sessions. Assessment of progress is made through a combination of laboratory-based practicals, assignments, presentations, exams and individual projects.

    Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of coursework set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by a written report and presentation.

    One of the main parts of the final year will be the final year project. This is a work-based project that will allow students to use the knowledge built up through the course to solve a genuine workplace-engineering problem.

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