Design Engineering BEng (Hons)
48 monthsProgramme duration
67,725 GBPTuition Fee/year
Sep-2026Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Product Design
Degree
BEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Course outline
This dynamic course, accredited* by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), empowers students to conceive, design, implement and operate using a practical learning approach. With a strong emphasis on technical skills, you will gain expertise in product design and mechanical engineering, bridging the gap between these disciplines. At Aston University, you will learn through hands-on experience, collaborating with engineers and designers to develop professional skills whilst mirroring the challenges of the real world.
Key benefits
- Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
- Excellent prospects – Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Mechanical Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
- Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (Guardian, 2025)
- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
- Experiential learning - Design, build and race at Silverstone a single-seat racing car in IMechE’s national competition, Formula Student.
The transferable skills that our design engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
- Application engineer
- Research and development graduate engineer
- Head of curriculum
- Assistant digital engineer
- Tax associate
- Graduate project manager
- Graduate quality engineer
Professional accreditation *This programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2026.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Product Design
Degree
BEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Course outline
This dynamic course, accredited* by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), empowers students to conceive, design, implement and operate using a practical learning approach. With a strong emphasis on technical skills, you will gain expertise in product design and mechanical engineering, bridging the gap between these disciplines. At Aston University, you will learn through hands-on experience, collaborating with engineers and designers to develop professional skills whilst mirroring the challenges of the real world.
Key benefits
- Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
- Excellent prospects – Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Mechanical Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
- Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (Guardian, 2025)
- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
- Experiential learning - Design, build and race at Silverstone a single-seat racing car in IMechE’s national competition, Formula Student.
The transferable skills that our design engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
- Application engineer
- Research and development graduate engineer
- Head of curriculum
- Assistant digital engineer
- Tax associate
- Graduate project manager
- Graduate quality engineer
Professional accreditation *This programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2026.
Admission Requirements
A Levels
- BBC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subject
- BCC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subject (with an EPQ or Core Maths* at grade B)
- CCC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subject (contextual offer)
List of STEM (a) subjects: Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
*List of core maths qualifications we accept: AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies, City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics, NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning, Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context, WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life and Level 3 Core Math
For full list of entry requirements, visit our course page.
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