Engineering

Undergraduate Degrees 2024

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Contents
02 Design, innovate, create
04 Welcome to Engineering
06 The course for you
07 Your general first year
08 A place for Raghuram
10 Supporting your studies
11 Our research
12 Enabling your career aspirations
13 Our Alumni

Degree schemes

14 Entry requirements
15 General Engineering
16 Chemical Engineering
17 Electronic and Electrical Engineering
18 Mechanical Engineering
19 Mechatronic Engineering
20 Nuclear Engineering
21 Study Abroad
22 Placement Years
23 Visit us

Design, innovate, create

Engineers help build the future, extend scientific for an industrial or international study placement and
progress, and improve global economies. The mission transfer between BEng and MEng pathways. During later
of our School of Engineering is to develop forward- years you can select optional modules and project work
thinking innovators who are able to overcome linked to and informed by our excellence in research.
challenging problems using teamwork, originality, and
a rigorous scientific acumen. Studying engineering involves cultivating a range of skills
through theory and practice. We adopt a “learning-
The expertise of our academic staff expands across a through-doing” approach, supported by our exceptional
broad range of fields, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature team of experienced technicians and support staff. This Important information
of the challenges modern engineers face. Our relatively approach constitutes you solving real-world problems, The information in this leaflet relates primarily to 2024/25 entry to the University and every effort
small size and collegiate campus gives our School a addressing technical and broader challenges. Our has been taken to ensure the information is correct at the time of printing in June 2023. The
friendly atmosphere that helps to foster a community spirit graduates move on to rewarding careers in a diverse University will use all reasonable effort to deliver the course as described but the University
and positive interactions between staff and students. Our range of fields reflecting the needs of modern industry reserves the right to make changes after going to print. You are advised to consult our website at
flexible degrees mean you can change specialisation, opt and the value of our interdisciplinary approach. www.lancaster.ac.uk/study for up-to-date information before you submit your application.
Further legal information may be found at www.lancaster.ac.uk/compliance/legalnotice.
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© Lancaster University – Engineering 2023
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Lydia Bellis
MEng Hons Mechanical Engineering
Pendle College

Studying Mechanical Engineering at Lancaster has opened my eyes to the

range of opportunities and careers available within this diverse field. The variety
of modules available within Mechanical Engineering has allowed me to explore

Welcome to
sectors which I never even knew existed and to discover and pursue the topics
which truly inspire me.
The academic staff within the School have a great technical understanding

Engineering at Lancaster
and are genuinely passionate about what they teach. Additional support
outside of lectures is easily accessible through designated office hours, and
group projects with other students also allows for the development of vital
transferable skills.

Here, in the School of Engineering, we carry out research Our staff are here to help you make the best start to The support and knowledge gained through the School enabled me to secure
that spans many areas of the world we live in, from your engineering course; our technical team will help a summer internship at Amazon within their Operations sector, something
energy, manufacturing and bioengineering to informatics you make sense of hands-on practical work, and you which I believe wouldn’t have been possible without the skills developed
and healthcare. Our expert researchers work at the will get the chance to use a wide range of specialist throughout my degree.
cutting-edge of engineering in the fields of chemical, equipment; our administration and programme support
electronic and electrical, mechanical, mechatronic team will help you navigate learning resources, your
and nuclear. coursework submissions, and explain the assessment
requirements of your degree; and our excellent team of
We have strong and active industry links, both
academic staff will inspire you with their teaching and
internationally and in the UK, and our connections benefit
they will bring the subject to life with insight and
you in your projects and placement opportunities.
examples drawn from their research, much of which
We have expanded our School to add another building has been undertaken with industrial partners. Aaron Chin
with brand new facilities, and teaching and collaborations
Teaching methods we use include face-to-face BEng Hons Mechatronic Engineering
space. The building is primarily teaching focused offering
a new chemical teaching lab, small lecture theatre,
lectures, small group tutorials, laboratory classes and Bowland College
computer-based design activity. Methods are
computing lab, electronics teaching lab, maker space
deliberately varied, and we will involve you in lots of
and flexible teaching space alongside various specialist When I first looked at the league tables, Lancaster University was amongst the
team-working with your fellow students, with technical
lab areas. top universities in the UK. Upon doing more research, it really impressed me
staff and with academics. You will develop your
creativity and innovation skills through solutions to when I discovered that Lancaster produced one of the best employment rates
Within the School, we have a great team of people
real-world problems; you will work in teams to complete upon graduation. This gave me great confidence that the excellence which
to help you to get the very best out of your university
projects and you will evaluate and present your students achieve here was not just from their own hard-work and brilliance
experience. Our strength lies in our diversity; we
engineering solutions. upon entering, but also from the support which the University provides.
support each other, and we embrace individuality.
We also recognise that the transition to university can Now being here, I feel doe-eyed just entering the Engineering Building.
Engineering is a discipline that really can take you
be daunting, and have retained our small group tutorial I gawked at the naked elevator for quite a while in my first year, watching all
to wherever you want to go; you are limited only by
sessions during the recent course revisions. the mechanisms work in unison to bring the lift up and down. We even had
your ambition.
a lecture on elevator systems not long ago!
The community of students is so diverse that I never felt out of place despite
being an international student, and have met many great friends from all
Professor Sarah Green E
around the world throughout my time here.
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The course Your general

for you first year
At Lancaster, we take great pride in the personal engineering education we 8 hours of lectures/support sessions
deliver. All our undergraduate courses are accredited* by the relevant 4 hours of lab and project work
professional institution (IET, IMechE or IChemE) and as such either partially 4 hours of maths workshops
(Bachelor’s) or fully (Integrated Master’s) meet the educational requirement 1 hour of small group tutorials
for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration. 15-17 hours of weekly contact
6 hours of online content
In the course of your studies, you will not only develop the external organisations. Your work will therefore contribute
key skills and understanding of your chosen engineering positively to the local and wider community. + Private study
discipline, but also through our common first year, the
general engineering principles will make the difference in We always seek to provide forward-thinking course
All our undergraduate degrees start with a general engineering first year regardless of which discipline you choose.
securing a successful and fulfilling career. You will develop content delivered by experts within their field; we engage
This provides flexibility for you to change specialism and reflect the interdisciplinary nature of modern engineering.
the common language of engineering which enables with engineering businesses who help shape our courses,
effective communication and decision-making. You will the professional engineering institutions (such as the IET,
also develop professional skills that will enable you to IMechE, IChemE, the Engineering Professor’s Council) and Lectures Laboratory work and projects
become a well-rounded engineer. listen to and engage with student feedback and
comments. Lectures consist of a presentation delivered by experts In your first year you will spend two afternoons per week
All our courses adhere to the principles of CDIO (Conceive, who will outline the subject material and stimulate your in the laboratory developing your practical skills.
Design, Implement & Operate). This means that, alongside We look forward to welcoming you to Lancaster. learning. The prime purpose of a lecture is to impart
the theory and practical skills you would expect from a knowledge and to develop your understanding of a
university education, you will also be exposed to open- subject, so it is important to extract the content and the
Independent learning
ended real-world engineering problems which you will be Dr David Cheneler message from the information presented. Lectures are
invited to solve using a mixture of the design, engineering Director of Undergraduate Teaching delivered through a combination of in-person delivery Approximately 50% of your time should be spent on
knowledge and practical and analytical skills that you have School of Engineering and online, with recordings of all sessions available for independent learning. This includes reading and
developed while considering economic, ethical, safe and you to revisit at your own pace. understanding notes from lectures, further reading,
sustainable solutions. completion of coursework and practical work linked to
modules and tutorials, and preparation for exams.
Your individual and group projects will be related to Support sessions
research activities of members of staff within the School.
As all our academic staff are research active, this will We provide in-person teaching to support online
Assessment
provide you with a broad range of opportunities to get sessions. The focus is on application of the theory,
involved in work that is of interest to you and at the working through examples and ensuring any questions The assessment process varies across modules, but
cutting-edge of research. These projects may also involve are answered. includes laboratory reports, project reports,
presentations, online progress tests, tutorial sessions
and exams. Assessment is continuous rather than just at
Tutorials
the end of the degree and is appropriate to the learning
outcomes assessed. This means we are able to provide
Engineering and mathematics modules are backed up
feedback to you throughout your degree.
by a scheme of weekly tutorial workshops in small groups
of students with a member of academic staff as a tutor.
For engineering tutorials there will be question sheets
and exercises for you to complete as well as the
*New Placement Year programmes will be reviewed
opportunity to discuss the wider context of the work, Professor Andrew Richardson
during the next accreditation cycle.
ethics, careers and any other material important to your Director of Part I Teaching
development as individual learners and professional School of Engineering
engineers. Maths workshops are designed to help you
apply your mathematical skills to reinforce material
covered in lectures.
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Raghuram

“
Sridhar

What attracted you to study Engineering What has been your favourite aspect of
at Lancaster University? your course so far?

The reason I was drawn to study Engineering at My favourite aspect of Nuclear Engineering is the
Lancaster was because of the strong ties to academia broadness of the course, as it allows for me to obtain
and the nuclear industry. With Lancaster being involved in a solid understanding of the fundamentals of electrical
cutting-edge research in fields such as renewable energy and mechanical engineering, as well as an in-depth
and robotics, students are afforded the opportunity to understanding of nuclear engineering. I love the practical
engage in real-world projects. Furthermore, Lancaster elements of the course, such as the 2nd year robot
has a supportive environment, the Engineering staff are project and my 3rd year project.
more than happy to help you with anything, and the
facilities are modern and well-maintained.
What you are going to do after your degree?

When did you know it was right for you? I am staying at Lancaster University to pursue a Master’s
degree and hope to work in the nuclear energy industry
When I came to Lancaster for my interview, I realised then after that.
that this was the place for me. I loved, and still do love, that
campus is incorporated into the countryside with wildlife
and nature all-around, the sports facilities are great, the
University campus is really close to Lancaster city centre,

”
and the collegiate system.

What facilities do you use?

Do you have a favourite piece of kit?

I mainly use the computer lab, electrical and mechanical

workshops, and the neutron source lab, but my favourite
piece of kit to use is the gamma detector.

BEng Hons Nuclear Engineering

Furness College

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Supporting Our research

your studies We have active researchers who are pioneers in a wide range of areas and
their work directly feeds into your degree programme. Their research themes
also play a significant role in the options available to you in your Year 3 and 4
We pride ourselves on the wide range of services and support available to projects. Research in the School is structured into five research areas.
you as you transition from school/college and work towards your degree.

Electronic Engineering Nuclear Science & Engineering

Small group weekly tutorials Wellbeing and support
Our world-leading academics conduct research in: Lancaster hosts one of the UK’s strongest university-
high frequency electronics, flexible electronics, based nuclear research centres with internationally-
You will meet weekly with your academic tutor in a friendly Lancaster has a range of specialist support services
photonics and sensing. We are leading cutting-edge recognised capabilities in radiation detection and
atmosphere to reinforce what you have learnt in lectures, that work in partnership with the School and your
research in areas encompassing microwaves to safeguards, decommissioning and waste management,
discuss the wider engineering context, and to provide a college to offer you the right support at the right time.
terahertz, the Internet of Things (IoT), vacuum nuclear process chemistry, control and robotics, fusion,
forum for professional and personal development.
Many students have medical conditions or impairments electronics, particle accelerators, wireless environmental behaviour, and nuclear safety and policy.
Tutorial support continues in Part II but on a termly basis
that can impact upon university life. If you have a communications for 5G and 6G, microfluidic and novel
providing a continuous tutor link throughout your time
condition that is classified as a disability, the Disability artificial functional materials.
at Lancaster.
Service can help put in place various forms of support. Chemical Engineering
Our Counselling and Mental Health Service can provide
Energy The Chemical Engineering Group researches a wide
Online learning short-term support to help you to continue to engage in
range of internationally important aspects of chemical
your studies if you experience emotional and/or mental
Research activities within the Energy Research Group and biochemical engineering including electrochemical
Our online learning environment, Moodle, provides health issues. We have a medical practice on campus,
include: the supply and demand of energy, work on energy storage, battery technology and hydrogen,
information and resources to support your learning. pre-school centre and multi-faith chaplaincy.
hydropower and fluid machinery, work on renewable heterogeneous catalysis, fuel cells, electrolysers,
Lecturers utilise Moodle in a variety of ways such as
wave, tidal, solar and wind energy, energy storage, plasma gasification, valorisation of biomass, chemical
delivering learning materials, uploading lecture
bioenergy utilisation, condition monitoring, smart grids, kinetics for renewable and alternative fuels, carbon
recordings, opening up virtual discussion spaces, and Careers and energy efficiency. capture and utilisation, circular economy, net zero
updating you on course-related information.
carbon emission technologies, process intensification,
Our School's Academic Employability Champion
It is used extensively for both delivery of material and for green process engineering, biomaterials for biomedical
leads careers advice and hosts a number of events
coursework submission. All of this links with the Structures, Materials & Manufacturing applications, multilingualism in science, bioprocesses
throughout the year, including a dedicated Science and
iLancaster app so you have a personalised timetable and and membrane technologies for biomolecule recovery.
Technology Careers Fair. You will have access to our
know exactly when important deadlines or Research in this theme is multidisciplinary and
excellent Careers Service, which provides an innovative
announcements are made. addresses a broad range of societal and engineering
service for students and graduate employers. We offer
problems. Specific areas include: smart sensors for
lifetime support, help and advice to all of our students.
structural integrity, composite and sustainable materials,
Learning development additive manufacturing and laser-based production
techniques, and multiscale modelling of materials and
There is a team of professionals to help develop your production processes.
academic writing, critical thinking, exam technique and
management of your studies. The University has a full
time dedicated maths tutor who works closely with the
School of Engineering to help provide extra support
through workshops, tutorials, and one-to-one sessions.
95%
of our research
is rated world-
leading or
internationally
excellent.
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Engineering

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Enabling your Our alumni

career aspirations Our graduates are keenly sought after by employers in a range of industries,
from small local businesses to large international corporations. Our graduates
find that developing their skills through project work and engaging with a
The emphasis we place on a more personalised education experience makes close-knit student community helps prepare them for exciting industrial
you highly employable, and that's why we have an amazing track record of careers after leaving Lancaster.
graduate employment. We have a strong focus on industrial projects,
internships and work experience and we use our connections to bring Project Manager - Jaguar Land Rover
business leaders into the classroom. Here's how we support you to achieve
I currently work at Jaguar Land Rover as a Project Manager overseeing ADAS
your career aspirations. (Automated Driver Assisted Systems) in their vehicles. ADAS is like a baby system
building towards fully autonomous driving. We deliver set features such as Lane Keep
Assist and Cruise Control with Speed Limiter that enables customers to be safer
when driving.
Placements & Internships Careers and Jobs Fairs
Although I don’t do a typical engineering role at the moment, technical project
Industrial placement and internship opportunities are The School is fully engaged in both the University and management does require a lot of engineering acumen. My job also requires lots of
commonly offered within the School, usually in Faculty of Science and Technology Careers Fairs, held soft skills. It’s making sure people are talking to one another when they need to (which
collaboration with an external organisation, allowing annually on campus, and which attracts top recruiting is actually really hard!), knowing who people are, and making those connections.
students the opportunity to put into practice aspects of companies and organisations from the private and public
My job’s really varied, intense and sometimes very hard. I would have never got my
the learning from degree programme and to gain sectors. One-to-one meetings with employers allow
Sophy Ellis job without the degree I did at Lancaster University.
experience, whilst earning a wage. Internships more students the opportunity to learn first-hand what the
frequently happen during vacation periods (e.g. Easter and expectations are from recruitment processes, and what BEng Hons Mechanical Thinking about my degree from Lancaster, the most important skill I developed was
Summer), however, some can be undertaken during term- might be involved in assessment centres, workplace- Engineering learning to take things back to first principles. When you have a really complicated
time to work around your studies and other commitments. based exercises and interviews. County College problem, being able to strip it back to its raw components is so important.
Completing the degree was really challenging but I learnt so much, and because it’s
intense you come out of university and people want to employ you!
Industry Guest Speakers Careers Support

Guest speakers are invited to participate in academic The School of Engineering has dedicated Academic
modules associated to their industrial sector, to provide Employability Champions, able to work with students to
practical insight to applications of engineering within their prepare applications for placements and graduate roles, Mechatronic Design Engineer -
and to provide information about upcoming opportunities.
business setting, and highlight what employment
Centrally, the University’s Careers Service provides a Science and Technology Facilities Council
opportunities may look like within that industry.
dedicated Careers Advisor to the School, offering access
to a range of resources including CV checks, mock I develop, design and commission precision motion systems for the instrument
interviews, and example recruitment exercises, allowing suite at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source near Oxford.
Industrial Projects
you to perfect your employability skills.
At Lancaster, I enjoyed the campus’ community atmosphere, and the balance
Industrial projects are a key component of the between campus and city life. The teaching staff and technicians in the School
curriculum, incorporated within all programmes in the of Engineering were all very approachable and helpful. I also enjoyed the
School. These may take the form of intensive, two-week different societies and sports teams, especially playing for the University water
projects undertaken in collaboration with an external polo team. The dedicated Engineering Building is a great asset, and having
stakeholder, to year-long individual and group-based access to facilities that reflected industrial working environments like the open
projects in the third and fourth years of study (depending plan MEng lab prepared me for moving into a workplace environment.
on degree discipline). Jon Elmer
Developing my knowledge through the common first year gave me a good
MEng Hons Mechatronic grounding in engineering topics, which has been useful when communicating
Engineering with people from different scientific disciplines at work. Engaging with the
Fylde College MEng group project also offered me the opportunity to hone the project
management skills that I use every day in my current role.

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Entry Your degree,

requirements flexible options
Our entry requirements are set at a level to ensure everyone meets the Our School is one of only a handful of general engineering General Engineering
schools or departments in the country offering an
minimum prerequisites to succeed during their degree. interdisciplinary experience typical of what you will face in BEng H100 3 years
modern industry. Our courses are designed to be flexible and MEng H102 4 years
adapt to your study needs. For example, BEng students who
The School recognises and accepts a wide variety of Level 3 BEng Study Abroad H103 4 years
achieve 60% or higher can transfer onto the MEng schemes.
educational qualifications including A level, International MEng Study Abroad H104 4 years
Baccalaureate, BTEC, Scottish Highers, and the EPQ, alongside Students on any of our courses are able to take part in a
BEng Placement Year H106 4 years
many international qualifications. For full details, please see the year in industry through our Placement Year schemes.
This would provide you with valuable real-world experience MEng Placement Year H105 5 years
course pages on our website:
www.lancaster.ac.uk/undergraduate and allow you to practise and enhance the skills you have If you’re unsure of which area of specialisation you’d like
gained during the programme. to go into when applying, you can use the UCAS codes
As a guide A level entry requirements:
All our degrees are externally accredited, offering a mark H100/H102: Engineering to leave your options open.
BEng ABB Similarly, subject to meeting progression requirements, the
of assurance that the degree programme meets the
MEng AAA standards defined and set out by the Engineering Council. common first year lets you change your specialisation
Our three year BEng degrees meet partial fulfilment of the allowing a more informed choice at the end of year one.
We do set minimum levels of fluency in Mathematics which should
educational requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng)
be met alongside some scientific underpinning. Given the broad
status, whereas our four year MEng degrees meet the full
level of teaching in first year we do not specify a specific subject
educational requirements.
and are flexible about what the scientific underpinning may be.
Contextual offers are available to those whose personal At our recent joint accreditation by the Institute of Mechanical
circumstances may have impacted their achievement in education. Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering Technology
(IET) the commendable features were -
Entrance to our MEng programmes will involve a short interview to
discuss your experience and career choice. If you are undecided * The multi-disciplinary aspects of all of the programmes
between BEng and MEng we are happy to advise and often write to
*The strong design thread that runs through the programmes Scan to hear students
appropriately qualified BEng applicants to consider the integrated
exemplified by the emphasis on CDIO share their experience
Master's programme. At results time, should the threshold for MEng
at the School of
not be met, we will guarantee to review your application against our *Continual investment by the University in the facilities of the
Engineering
BEng entry criteria. All students have the opportunity to consider School of Engineering
transferring to a different specialisation at the end of Year 1, and
transfer between BEng and MEng at the end of Year 2.
A number of Scholarships and Bursaries are available to help
support your studies, these are reviewed annually with details
available on our website: www.lancaster.ac.uk/scholarships

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Chemical Engineering Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Courses Chemical engineers are employed across a huge variety of sectors Courses We live in an increasingly high-tech world where demand for
requiring technical knowledge of chemistry, biochemistry, electronic and electrical engineers is crucial to the design and
BEng H800 3 years engineering, materials science and IT as well as skills in management, BEng H607 3 years manufacture of future systems in the medical, environmental, energy,
MEng H811 4 years safety and the environment. MEng H606 4 years transport, communications markets.
BEng Study Abroad H812 4 years Our modern Chemical Engineering programmes offer a common first BEng Study Abroad H608 4 years Our Electronic and Electrical Engineering degree will develop your
MEng Study Abroad H813 4 years year structure delivering fundamental engineering science and engineering MEng Study Abroad H609 4 years specialist knowledge whilst reflecting the modern industry requirement
BEng Placement Year H814 4 years mathematics to give you a sound base on which to develop your BEng Placement Year H610 4 years to work collaboratively alongside other engineering disciplines. Your first
MEng Placement Year H815 5 years specialism. MEng Placement Year H611 5 years year develops core engineering science, mathematics and software
In year two onwards, you will gain hands-on experience with access technical skills along with equally valuable transferable skills highly valued
to cutting-edge facilities and an array of high-quality equipment in by employers.
our state-of-the-art Engineering Building and acquire creative, Specialisation begins in year two where you will build on your knowledge
entrepreneurial and analytical skills which will improve your employability. in electrical, analogue and digital systems and complete an interdisciplinary
Studying Chemical Engineering provides you the opportunity to study #13 mobile robot project allowing you to engage with creativity and develop a

#6 process technology, which will help solve some of the world’s greatest
challenges; such as clean water and equitable access to energy. You will
for course range of specialist practical and professional expertise.
During year three, you will have the opportunity to study an individual
for Chemical gain insights into current environmental issues and development of new
satisfaction in project under one-to-one tuition and guidance from our academic staff
Engineering technological solutions such as carbon capture for climate change and Electronic and who are leading experts in the areas of electric vehicles, radio frequency
The Guardian biochemical processes for sustainable production. Electrical and wireless technologies, robotics, energy storage systems, sensors and
League Tables
2023 Our Chemical Engineering programmes are accredited by the Institution Engineering instrumentation, system-on-chip, and renewable energy. Past projects
of Chemical Engineers on behalf of the Engineering Council. The Guardian include developing amplifiers for 5G communications, FPGA systems for
University Guide nuclear detection, studies on harmonics in the power electronics of wind
For MEng students we offer a diverse range of individual project
2023 turbines, and design of next generation nanoelectronic devices.
opportunities that are guided by our research strengths. Previous
projects have examined fuel cells, nutraceuticals, catalysis, bioprocesses MEng students in fourth year will build upon the BEng degree by
and materials. studying a higher level of technical understanding using cutting-edge
technology as well as cultivating your leadership, entrepreneurial and
management potential. This is achieved by engaging with two short
"A degree in Chemical Engineering at Lancaster is challenging but opens industry linked projects.
up many exciting career pathways and helps students become Our Electronic and Electrical Engineering programmes are accredited by
independent learners and problem solvers. The staff work hard to set up the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the
guest lectures and workshops by industry professionals. The process Engineering Council. Lancaster is a University Partner within the UK
safety workshop is a great example as it helped improve my understanding Electronics Skills Foundation who connect the most capable electronics
of industry requirements. The contact with chemical engineering industry students at top UK universities with leading employers through a
leaders opens up opportunities to undertake placements and even secure competitive scholarship scheme.
a job before graduation.”
Molly Riding
MEng Hons Chemical Engineering "My favourite facility is the computer lab in the Engineering Building.
It’s great that we have a dedicated computer space for engineers.
Many major software is provided and can even be used virtually, at home
using the VMware system. I use a variety of software, such as LT SPICE, to
For more information please visit For more information please visit design and test circuits before I commit to construction in the electrical lab."
lancaster.ac.uk/engineering lancaster.ac.uk/engineering
Natalie Chigwedere
MEng Hons Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering

Courses Mechanical Engineering is a field covering any industry that uses Courses Our Mechatronics degree programme was the first of its kind in the
mechanical systems, from construction to transport; medicine to UK, set up in 1984 in response to employers’ needs. Almost forty
BEng H300 3 years manufacturing; renewable energy to consumer technology. BEng HH63 3 years years later, we continue to be a leader in the field. Mechatronic
MEng H303 4 years Our programmes start with a general first year where you will study a broad MEng HHH6 4 years engineering is a mix of mechanical, electrical, electronic, computer
BEng Study Abroad H305 4 years spectrum of engineering science. From the second year onwards, you will BEng Study Abroad HH64 4 years and control engineering topics. Studying mechatronics will give you
MEng Study Abroad H306 4 years specialise in the core competences required for a modern mechanical MEng Study Abroad HHH7 4 years the skills to seamlessly integrate mechanisms with their actuators,
BEng Placement Year H307 4 years engineer (for example, design and manufacturing, mechanics and materials, BEng Placement Year HH65 4 years sensors and controllers.
MEng Placement Year H308 5 years thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, innovation and management). MEng Placement Year HHH8 5 years Your course takes a multidisciplinary approach and focuses on product
Group projects are a strong feature of the second year and you will enhance design, control and system integration using embedded microcontrollers,
your team working and presentation skills in a multi-disciplinary robot FGPAs and PCs.
project and a business development project which is supported/mentored Upon graduating, as well having the skills necessary to design mechatronic
by industry experts. systems, you will also have the knowledge and confidence to apply new
Individual project work plays a significant role in the development of your technologies, promote advanced design and introduce new and more

#15 analytical ability and practical skills in year three. It also enhances your
creativity for solving problems and producing innovative designs, key skills
State-of-the-art efficient production techniques or processes. The broad technical
understanding and leadership skills gained within the MEng makes
for Mechanical required by employers. Past projects have included high-lift aerodynamics
Engineering Mechatronic Engineering graduates particularly attractive to industrial
Engineering for turbine blade design, microstructural design of steels for improving Building with employers. The MEng gives you the skills to quickly move into management
The Guardian strength and toughness, design and testing of a novel concept in thermal specially designed roles. The Mechatronic discipline provides both BEng and MEng graduates
League Tables management for electric vehicles and vibration energy harvest using workshops and flexibility within their career.
2023 piezoelectric sensors. laboratories You undertake a 3rd year individual project chosen from a wide range of
Our MEng programme builds upon the three year BEng scheme offering subjects and tailored to the Mechatronic degree scheme. If studying for an
opportunities for you to develop your leadership, entrepreneurial and MEng, you will complete a major group project during the 4th year and two
management potential through design, make and test group project work short industry-linked projects. Group projects are interdisciplinary and you
and two short industry-linked projects. These projects offer the pinnacle of will work alongside electronic, mechanical and nuclear engineers. Most
achievement whilst at university and have been commended by external projects involve automation and control. Examples include underwater
examiners and industry. Our fourth year offers a diverse course structure robotic manipulators, navigation of unmanned aerial vehicles, non-invasive
that allows you to develop a deeper technical understanding in areas of measurement systems for medical, commercial and agricultural
your choice through two optional pathways – applications, autonomous firefighting robots and development of an
• Design and Manufacturing electric race car. Examples of short industrial projects include, investigation
into overheating in a dimmer switch, development of a whole body sleep
• Energy and Resources
movement sensor, development of an acoustic sensor for field
Our Mechanical Engineering programmes are accredited by the Institution environments (offshore and onshore) and design for a sports breathing
of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council. training product.
Our Mechatronic Engineering programmes are accredited by the Institution
“Studying Mechanical Engineering is an incredibly rewarding experience. of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institution of Mechanical
From being introduced to lab procedure on day one, to conducting my own Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.
individual research project it has been a great journey. The School has given
me the opportunity to grow and explore the engineering world, whilst
always being there to support, guide, and advise me through my journey. “Engineering at Lancaster provides us with a student-focused learning
With the combination of the technical expertise of lecturers and the experience through a diverse curriculum that equips us with the necessary
For more information please visit
practical know-how of the technical support staff, the School helps us to
For more information please visit skills to become thriving professionals.”
lancaster.ac.uk/engineering lancaster.ac.uk/engineering
progress and develop into well-rounded engineers with the technical, Ahmed Negm
practical, and professional skills to help us in our future careers.” MEng Hons Mechatronic Engineering
Samuel Noller
MEng Hons Mechanical Engineering
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Nuclear Engineering
Global
experiences
Broaden your academic horizons by spending your third year studying
Courses Studying Nuclear Engineering at Lancaster will provide you with a
detailed understanding of nuclear technology and its implementation abroad at a partner university in Europe, North America or Australasia.
BEng H820 3 years in modern industry, enabling you to pursue a career in a wide range of
MEng H821 4 years exciting fields including energy generation, decommissioning,
BEng Study Abroad H822 4 years medicine and fusion. Many multi-national engineering companies recruit If you don’t want to spend an entire year abroad as part
MEng Study Abroad H823 4 years You will first study a broad range of topics, covering the fundamentals of graduates with international awareness and a willingness of your degree, we have other opportunities which
BEng Placement Year H824 4 years engineering and engineering mathematics subjects. You then study several to travel. If you want to kick-start your international career run during the vacation periods, some of which are
MEng Placement Year H825 5 years nuclear specific modules including Decommissioning and Sustainability, by having actual experiences to talk about with future co-delivered by Lancaster’s overseas campuses and
Nuclear Medicine and Nuclear Instrumentation through to our new module employers then the Study Abroad route is something that teaching partners.
on Nuclear Fusion Engineering. Throughout, you will develop practical skills, you should strongly consider and it is open to all our
test and analyse your design ideas in the laboratory or through computer engineering programmes regardless of selected
simulation using engineering IT tools. specialisation.
Our four year scheme is guided by world-leading research in nuclear Find out more about
instrumentation, nuclear decommissioning, and fusion. Through our our Study Abroad
1:14 collaborations with the UK Atomic Energy Authority, Sellafield Ltd,
Westinghouse Springfields Fuels Ltd and others, the School is an
programme and
partners
high staff international leader in nuclear engineering systems. Our strong links with
to student ratio these industrial partners nuance your learning and help you gain insight into
nuclear industries.
Nuclear applications cover a broad range of sectors from healthcare and
cancer treatment through to power generation, national security and
decommissioning activities.
Kaymen Lewis-Johnson
BEng Hons Electronic and
"Nuclear Engineering at Lancaster prepares you for all forms of nuclear Electrical Engineering

“
engineering, including but not limited to energy, instrumentation, and (Study Abroad)
medicine. The course contains many nuclear-specific modules as well
as a wide range of interdisciplinary content relevant to every aspect
of engineering."
Charlie Thorogood
MEng Hons Nuclear Engineering

I completed my Study Abroad year at Iowa State

University. I really enjoyed my time abroad for many of the
expected reasons; the travelling, meeting people and
living in another country. Some of the discoveries I made,
that I didn’t expect to make, made the best memories of
my Study Abroad year. It massively opened my eyes to the
uniqueness of people and that no matter how similar
For more information please visit countries in the west might seem they are very different.
lancaster.ac.uk/engineering
I fully intend on going back!
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Grow with our

Placement Year
Increase your employment prospects by opting for a placement year. All of our
We’re here for you!
degree schemes offer a one year placement where you will undertake full- There are lots of ways you can connect with us. Our open
days are designed to introduce you to Lancaster and our
time, paid employment with an organisation of your choice. Establish yourself School. We hope you can join us for one of our summer or
as a young professional, just like Elish Chambers. autumn open days to experience the campus for yourself.

To find out more visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/visitus for

Placement opportunities are available with a range of Many Lancaster graduates gain employment with up to date information on all our events.
organisations all over the UK and world-wide, including their placement company. Whatever your future career,
For more information about our degrees and
large multinational corporations and start-up businesses. a placement degree is guaranteed to bestow you with
the School please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/engineering
You will be fully supported by the School and Careers a range of new knowledge, skills and experience, giving
Service in finding an organisation with an appropriate role. you that competitive edge and readiness for work once
We provide support throughout the placement process, you graduate. Events and visits
from helping you to source opportunities and to prepare
Recent Engineering students have undertaken All applicants will be invited to visit campus, and depending
you for interviews and assessment centres, as well as the
placements with: on the degree scheme you have applied for this may
duration of your placement.
involve an interview. At this event you will have the
opportunity to engage with current engineering students,
meet academic staff members, find out more detailed
information regarding the programme of study and ask
any questions that you may have. These exciting days are
designed to give you a taste of how it feels to live and
study at Lancaster.

Get in touch

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I wanted to do a Placement Year to see what engineering looks like in the real
world and help me narrow down my future career path. I was drawn to the
Want to know more about engineering? Interested in
pharmaceutical industry as the knowledge that there is a patient at the end of the
finding out what the social scene is like or what it's like
supply chain brings a sense of purpose and motivation to my work.
studying at Lancaster? Who better to talk to than our
The world of work is very different to university life and the 6am alarms definitely students? Chat online: www.lancaster.ac.uk/chat
took some getting used to! In my role I support the day-to-day production of
Augmentin Tablets and Suspensions, as well as leading projects which aim to
continuously improve and optimise our processes.
My year in industry has helped me establish myself as a young professional and
develop a network of contacts within an industry I’m passionate about. I have
Elish Chambers
strengthened my communication and presentation skills, as well as improved my
MEng Hons Chemical technical understanding of key engineering concepts, such as powder flow and unit
Engineering operations. My time working in industry has been an incredible learning experience
Bowland College and I am fortunate that I will be starting my career with GSK when I graduate.

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