School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering
Ingenuity
Undergraduate engineering degree courses
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FOREWORD BY PROFESSOR ROGER CROUCH, DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Our vision
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To p r o v i d e a n e n v i r o n m e n t w h e r e g i f t e d , creative, engineering students, like you, will thrive. To e m p o w e r y o u a l l w i t h a l a s t i n g d e s i r e and capability to apply physics and mathematics understanding, so that you can arrive at exceptionally smart engineering solutions. Our friendly community of talented scholars achieve this vision through celebrating intellectual discourse and rational scientific thinking.
SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Ingenious engineering By enrolling on our engineering degree
During that year you will also develop your
courses, you will feed your curiosity and
computer programming skills and advance your
develop your knowledge, confidence, resilience
p r a c t i c a l c a p a b i l i t i e s ; t o r e v e r s e - e n g i n e e r,
and independence. These qualities are highly
innovate, make, test, repair and optimise.
sought after by leading employers. Design is at the core of all our engineering Engineering addresses and solves many
degrees, with a unique design module featuring
of the most exciting and urgent challenges
p r o m i n e n t l y i n e a c h y e a r. A l l o t h e r m o d u l e s
f a c i n g s o c i e t y. A t C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n ,
(for example, solid and fluid mechanics,
we provide a comprehensive education which
thermodynamics and electronics) are intended
i n t e g r a t e s d i f f e r e n t f i e l d s o f s t u d y, a n d o p e n s
to strengthen your design capabilities. Some
up tremendous career opportunities, spanning
of those classes emulate a studio feel where
design, analysis, manufacturing, assembly
knowledge-sharing and multidisciplinary team
and construction.
working takes place, alongside guidance from external professional engineers.
T h e i n t e g r a t e d M a s t e r ’s ( M E n g ) a r e o u r f l a g s h i p degrees intended to attract the sharpest minds.
At the end of Stage I, you will choose your
T h e f o u r - y e a r c o u r s e s ( o r f i v e - y e a r, i f u n d e r t a k e n
engineering specialisation for the remaining
with a 12-month work placement) allow you to
years (Stages II to IV). Throughout your time
choose between one of seven sub-disciplines
with us, we will guide you to become more
matching your personal interests and strengths,
observant and more critical about all you see;
while ensuring a breadth of fundamental
to help inform the aesthetics, functionality and
e n g i n e e r i n g k n ow l e d g e . We e n c o u r a g e yo u n o t
technical efficiency of your intended designs.
to just solve problems, but speculate, challenge,
In group project work, you will gain confidence
adapt and improve on conventional design
by taking on leadership roles.
solutions. Our approach embraces system thinking and considers both the ethics and the
I n t h e f i n a l y e a r, y o u w i l l u n d e r t a k e a n
whole life-cycle of an engineering product.
individual research and development project. Here is your chance to demonstrate original
The common first year (Stage I) provides a
thinking, sound decision-making and the elegance
strong foundation where the key scientific and
of your novel solutions, drawing upon the
mathematical principles will be explored. These
knowledge gained during your degree.
form the cornerstones of engineering analysis. This document provides an overview of the different engineering disciplines, the course structures, our fabulous location and facilities, plus the tremendous benefits of an industrial placement. Please do visit us, to find out even more about our MEng degrees.
Professor Roger Crouch Dean of the School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Alumni in industry
Andreea Cristoloveanu
Arthy Ravichandran
Jo s h u a Ly n c h
Heathrow HSSE
Aerospace Business &
Structural Engineer
Operations Advisor | Leaders
Strategic Intelligence
for Business Graduate
Manager
Aeronautical Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Choosing to study a degree
I started my career at
I have always been interested
in Aeronautical Engineering
GKN plc as an International
in engineering and the way
seemed the perfect path
Leadership Development
the world around me works.
towards a career in air
P r o g r a m m e m e m b e r. A s
The passion of the academic
t r a n s p o r t . C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y
part of this programme,
s t a f f a t C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y
of London equipped me with
I had secondments in the
of London encouraged me
a good mix of practical and
UK, India and USA in the
through my studies and their
theoretical knowledge, which
areas of engineering,
insight helped me progress
is now invaluable at work.
purchasing and programme
towards my chosen career
As a Leaders for Business
management. I joined the
- working within a large,
Graduate at British Airways,
A e ro s p a c e Grow t h Pa r t n e r s h i p
m u l t i d i s c i p l i n a r y c o n s u l t a n c y.
I am exposed to the breadth
(AGP) team in September
At Mott MacDonald many
and depth of challenges
2 0 1 4 a s P r o g r a m m e M a n a g e r.
projects are big, complex,
t h a t o n l y o n e o f t h e w o r l d ’s
The AGP has led to a step
and benefit the lives of
biggest and best-known
change in the relationship
millions of people. I have
airlines can provide. In my
between government and
had the opportunity to work
current role of Heathrow
i n d u s t r y, w h i l e e n c o u r a g i n g
on a broad range of projects
H S S E O p e r a t i o n s A d v i s o r, I
UK companies to cooperate
from large scale transport
play a part in delivering the
more closely in addressing
and airport infrastructure
highest level of safety and
problems that affect the
to historic buildings and
security to over 37 million
sector as a whole. I am
national stadiums. I enjoy
c u s t o m e r s e v e r y y e a r.
currently working as Business
tackling the challenges that
& Strategic Intelligence
each new project brings,
Manager based in London.
and the chance to work with fellow engineering professionals, many of whom are at the forefront o f t h e i n d u s t r y.
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Rashik Bhanderi
Beth Shrubsall
Mazen Jamal
Sean Canty
Civil Engineer
Planner
Principal Consultant
Tr a n s m i s s i o n
(Electrical)
Research Engineer
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
After graduating in Civil
I c h o s e C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y
I c h o s e C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f
As a mechanic, an
E n g i n e e r i n g a t C i t y, I j o i n e d
of London because when
London because of its global
engineering degree
London Bridge Associates,
I was visiting prospective
reputation, top-tier research
complemented my practical
a specialist consultancy
universities it felt like this
facilities and comprehensive
skills with a deep scientific
that delivers value across
was the friendliest place
undergraduate curriculum.
understanding of vehicle
construction, where I am
t o l e a r n a n d p r o s p e r.
The stepping stone for
systems and components. I
progressing my career as
I thoroughly enjoyed my
my career was carved by
chose City because it offered
a t u n n e l e n g i n e e r. T h i s f i e l d
degree. The placement year
City through its Graduate
entry via a Foundation
is a branch of engineering
option enabled me to
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year (Stage 0), allowing
which very few people get
establish my career path
i n t h e M i s s i o n C r i t i c a l Te a m
me to access the degree
to see; the complexities of
before I even graduated.
entails working with tech
course without having
weaving tunnels through the
During my year out I was
g i a n t s s u c h a s Fa c e b o o k .
A-levels. Studying at City
existing dense subterranean
able to gain experience in
Designing and optimising
was fantastic; there was
metropolis provides for
the world of civil engineering
their infrastructure to
a great balance of theory
a n e x c i t i n g c a r e e r, o f t e n
and when I returned to
improve system efficiencies,
a n d p r a c t i c a l i t y. T h e d e s i g n
working on multi-billion-
university everything made
researching and deploying
activities, especially the
pound projects.
even greater sense. That
cutting-edge technologies are
Formula Student programme,
placement year meant that
just some of the intriguing
provided invaluable real-
I had a job offer upon
challenges I experience.
world experience. I now
graduation. I love the
Engineering is the only
work at Jaguar Land Rover
fact that no two days
profession that truly
as a lead engineer for
are the same – different
pursues sustainability
hybrid systems. I love my
projects, different teams
and innovation concurrently
job: helping to design
and different challenges.
to shape a better world for
world class vehicles, whilst
our future generations.
working towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.
Global connections
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering
Structural Engineering
D r J u s t i n P h i l l i p s , C i t y,
For 100 years, the BMW
Arup is the creative force
University of London
Group has been inspiring
at the heart of many of
academic, was selected
people worldwide with unique
t h e w o r l d ’s m o s t p r o m i n e n t
t o j o i n G o o g l e ’s p r e s t i g i o u s
mobility solutions. The
projects in the built
Vi s i t i n g Fa c u l t y Pr o g r a m t o
special fascination of the
environment. Arup has
be seconded to work for
BMW Group lies not only in
maintained a strong presence
12 months as a research
i t s p r o d u c t s a n d t e c h n o l o g y,
i n C i t y ’s C i v i l E n g i n e e r i n g
s c i e n t i s t a t G o o g l e ’s L o n d o n
b u t a l s o i n t h e c o m p a n y ’s
education and research
c a m p u s . T h e Vi s i t i n g Fa c u l t y
h i s t o r y, w r i t t e n b y i n v e n t o r s ,
activities for more than 20
Program aims to identify
pioneers and brilliant
years. Engineers from Arup
and support world-class,
d e s i g n e r s . To d a y, t h e B M W
invite students to their
full-time faculty staff
Group, with its 31 production
offices to work on design
pursuing research in areas
and assembly facilities in
projects, provide consultancy
o f m u t u a l i n t e r e s t . E a c h y e a r,
14 countries as well as a
sessions for students
t h e G o o g l e Vi s i t i n g Fa c u l t y
global sales network, is the
undertaking design work and
Program selects just 25
w o r l d ’s l e a d i n g m a n u f a c t u r e r
are enthusiastic participants
academics from universities
of premium automobiles and
in our careers events.
all over the world.
motorcycles, and provider
They are also committed
of bespoke mobility and
to supporting research
f i n a n c i a l s e r v i c e s . C i t y,
and have collaborated on
University of London has
numerous projects, especially
collaborated with BMW
those exploring innovative
for eight years on the
approaches to the design of
research and development
underground excavations and
of outward-opening Piezo
tunnels. They are currently
pintle injectors (which were
collaborating on doctoral
successfully launched on the
research into excavations in
market) and research on the
s o f t c l a y.
INDUSTRY & EXPERIENCE
Biomedical Engineering
D r P h i l l i p s ’s r e s e a r c h has focused on developing new devices and algorithms for non-invasive health monitoring for all levels of healthcare, with specialisation in optical sensors for patient monitoring during surgery and intensive care. This work also extends to the development of new technologies for screening patients for cardiovascular disease, as well as developing solutions for monitoring patients in their homes. At Google, he is working on healthand-fitness monitoring
characterisation of cavitation inside fuel injection systems. Both projects involved extensive experimental and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations and resulted in a large number of world-leading research publications.
using wearable devices.
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
M i t s u b i s h i H i t a c h i Po w e r
Ya m a h a M o t o r g r o u p h a s
Airbus is a global leader
Shell is a global group of
Systems is a global leader
endeavoured to create
in aeronautics, space and
energy and petrochemicals
in efficient and sustainable
diverse value through
related services. Airbus
companies. It has an
power generation. The
products and services as a
is also a European leader
operational presence in
company brings together
world-leading producer of
p r o v i d i n g t a n k e r, c o m b a t ,
almost every area of the oil
its technology and expertise
motorcycles, marine products,
transport and mission
a n d g a s i n d u s t r y, i n c l u d i n g
in a locally based business
power products and surface
a i r c r a f t , a s w e l l a s E u r o p e ’s
its active participation in
covering Europe, the Middle
mounters since its founding
number one space enterprise
r e n e w a b l e e n e r g y. W i t h
East and Africa.
i n 1 9 5 5 . Ya m a h a c o m b i n e s
a n d t h e w o r l d ’s s e c o n d
approximately 90,000
engineering, ergonomics and
largest space business. In
employees in more than
environmental sensitivity
helicopters, Airbus provides
70 countries and territories,
to create ‘humachine
the most efficient civil and
Shell is helping to meet
technology’: the harmonious
military rotorcraft solutions
t h e w o r l d ’s g r o w i n g d e m a n d
union between human and
worldwide.
f o r e n e r g y i n e c o n o m i c a l l y,
C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n works with Mitsubishi Hitachi through the HAOS (Holistic Approach of Spray Injection through a Generalized Multi-phase Frame work) programme, which focuses on the design of fuel injectors for oil burners used for power generation. The research findings will later be used by other engineering industries as part of the design tools which enable the development of components t h a t a re m o re efficient. Through EU funding, one of t h e c o m p a n y ’s e m p l o y e e s i s currently registered as an external PhD student under the supervision of a City academic. The research programme is tailored to increase awareness of the general public about environmental issues and
machine. The company integrates this philosophy into all of its activities, and focuses its energies on providing products which are suited to the unique demands of each marketplace where it operates. Through its close contact with its customers, Ya m a h a’s g o a l i s t o c r e a t e experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n has a long-standing research c o l l a b o r a t i o n w i t h Ya m a h a on the development of petrol direct-injection motorcycle engines, both experimentally and through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n , supports Airbus research
environmentally and socially responsible ways.
and development into
C i t y ’s S c h o o l o f M a t h e m a t i c s ,
low-emission and long-
Computer Science &
endurance aircraft through
Engineering has world-
o u r e x p e r t i s e i n l a m i n a r-
class expertise in modern
turbulent transition and
flow diagnostics, and the
our world-class wind tunnel
development of novel
facilities. The knowledge
experimental flow rigs. Since
gained through fundamental
2006, City has collaborated
aerodynamic experiments
with Shell to develop an
inspires new concepts for
improved understanding of
aircraft drag reduction and
the performance of diesel
the large measurement
fuels in modern high-
datasets can be used to
pressure, common rail diesel
verify new computational
Fuel Injection Equipment
methods being developed
(FIE). The research has three
for the design of the next
themes: (i) the chemical and
generation of aircraft.
physical effects of cavitating flows obtained in diesel FIE
modelling.
on diesel fuel, (ii) diesel
the role of industries
spray jet structure, spray
towards the development
breakup and atomisation
of green technologies.
as a function of diesel fuel properties, and (iii) diesel injector flow dynamics relevant to internal injector deposit formation.
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shell.co.uk
Clerkenwell: where engineering design resides F o r d e s i g n c r e a t i v i t y, e n t r e p r e n e u r i a l o p p o r t u n i t i e s , c u l t u r e a n d c o m m u n i t y, we could not be better positioned. All seven engineering sub-disciplines benefit
They provide guest lectures and undergraduate
enormously from our proximity to four flourishing,
placements while offering mentoring and
dynamic London neighbourhoods. Embracing the
networking opportunities. They also open the
advantages of this location is a key feature of
door to research partnerships. As a result, we
C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n . W i t h i n a 1 5 - m i n u t e
are able to tackle pressing challenges where our
walking radius of our School lies Clerkenwell,
discoveries can quickly have significant impact.
Te c h C i t y, t h e F i n a n c i a l D i s t r i c t a n d t h e K n o w l e d g e Q u a r t e r.
To t h e n o r t h o f t h e U n i v e r s i t y t h e r e l i e s t h e
OUR LOCATION
Design Council, Islington Green and Kings Cross-St Clerkenwell has the highest density of architectural
P a n c r a s . To t h e s o u t h w e h a v e t h e M u s e u m o f
practices in the world. Its numerous studios,
L o n d o n , S m i t h f i e l d M a r k e t , S t B a r t h o l o m e w ’s
workshops, showrooms and consulting bureaus
H o s p i t a l a n d S t P a u l ’s C a t h e d r a l . To t h e e a s t w e
are synonymous with creative design and are
find the Barbican Arts Complex, Guildhall, Royal
home to some of the most highly respected
E x c h a n g e a n d M a n s i o n H o u s e . To o u r w e s t t h e r e
interdisciplinary engineering consultancies.
i s S a d l e r ’s W e l l s T h e a t r e , E x m o u t h M a r k e t , t h e
The images to the right show activities in
B r i t i s h L i b r a r y, A l a n Tu r i n g I n s t i t u t e , H a t t o n
t h e a n n u a l C l e rk e n we l l De s i g n We e k .
Garden and Holborn.
Te c h C i t y h a s b e c o m e a b u r g e o n i n g h u b f o r
W e a r e s e r v e d b y t h e C e n t r a l l i n e ( S t P a u l ’s , B a n k
many successful venture-capital-funded software
and Liverpool St), the Northern line (Monument,
start-ups.
Bank, Moorgate, Old St and Angel) and the Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith and City lines
The Financial District is the commercial
( Fa r r i n g d o n , B a r b i c a n a n d K i n g s C r o s s - St Pa n c r a s ) .
powerhouse and global headquarters of many
The new Crossrail Elizabeth line will provide
leading international banks, trading houses
d i r e c t l i n k s f r o m Fa r r i n g d o n o u t t o Wo o l w i c h
and insurance companies, housing over 300,000
(17 minutes), Brentwood (39 minutes) and
business professionals.
Reading (58 minutes).
The Knowledge Quarter is an intellectual focus for world-leading research, with particular strengths i n b i o t e c h n o l o g y a n d c y b e r s e c u r i t y. Through strong and enduring collaborations with key businesses in each of these districts, we ensure that you have access to leading STEM professionals who are contributing to shaping and delivering our courses.
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INFRASTRUCTURE
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C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n r e c o g n i s e s t h e k e y r o l e that a modern and vibrant physical environment plays in your development and learning experience. High-quality academic spaces are crucial for n u r t u r i n g c r e a t i v i t y. City has worked closely with its staff, students, local residents and Islington Council to develop an e n v i a b l e c e n t r a l L o n d o n c a m p u s . We b e n e f i t f ro m a n infrastructure that provides us with attractive lecture theatres, learning and communal student spaces as well as fully equipped engineering and computer laboratories. More than £120 million has been invested in major building developments on campus since 2012, including a new main entrance and exhibition space, a 2 4 0 - s e a t l e c t u re t h e a t re , C i t y Sp o r t , t h e St u d e n t s’ U n i o n a n d C i t y B a r. T h e s e f a c i l i t i e s e n h a n c e y o u r s o c i a l e x p e r i e n c e a n d c r e a t e a s t r o n g s e n s e o f i d e n t i t y, b e l o n g i n g a n d c o m m u n i t y.
RESOURCES
Design resources
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Our exceptional academics, leading external engineering consultants, plus our superbly located modern campus collectively create a highly stimulating design environment. We a t t r a c t a n d re t a i n l e a d i n g a c a d e m i c s f ro m
T h e r e i s a l s o a Po w e r E n g i n e e r i n g l a b o r a t o r y
around the world, providing us with experienced,
(where students can access high-voltage
motivated, friendly staff, many of whom join us
motors and transformers, as well as photovoltaic
after having worked as engineering professionals.
systems) and Bioengineering and Optical Sensors
Practising chartered engineers from leading
laboratories housing state-of-the-art equipment
design consultancies regularly contribute to our
(some of which has been designed by City
teaching and offer opportunities for internships
researchers).
and placements. The unique Geotechnical Centrifuge facility is A dynamic online virtual learning environment
the jewel in the crown of the Civil Engineering
(Moodle) will provide you with access to
l a b o r a t o r y. T h i s a r e a a l s o a c c o m m o d a t e s a
all module material, assessments and course
large flexible laboratory space used for model
information. In addition to the powerful and
preparation and triaxial testing of materials.
comprehensive MATLAB toolbox and many
There are mixing and casting facilities, a
specialist design software applications, you
t e m p e r a t u r e - c o n t r o l l e d t e s t i n g l a b o r a t o r y,
will have exposure to a series of advanced Finite
a durability laboratory and a huge structures
Element and Computational Fluid Dynamics codes,
test hall where large steel and concrete frames
plus CAD, BIM, circuit board design programs and
may be loaded to failure while monitoring
c o m p u t e r- b a s e d p r o j e c t m a n a g e m e n t p a c k a g e s .
strains, displacements and fracture propagation.
We also provide GPU boards, giving you the opportunity to assemble and program parallel
The Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering
computers.
sub-disciplines have access to many facilities which include: (i) five wind tunnels; (ii) a
T h e Ta i t B u i l d i n g i s t h e h o m e o f E n g i n e e r i n g a t
motion simulator; (iii) an aircraft flight deck;
C i t y. I t w i l l b e c o m e y o u r e d u c a t i o n a l h u b , s h o u l d
(iv) optical IC engines, compressors and fuel
you join us. Recent investment in the estate has
injection systems; (v) a flywheel test facility; (vi)
allowed us to create seven new lecture spaces
a Formula 1 Student workshop and simulator; (vii)
close to our laboratories.
micro turbines and equipment to study cavitating flows; (viii) extensive machine workshops, with
The Finkelstein undergraduate teaching laboratory
CNC machines, lathes, milling machines, 3D
is the centrepiece of Electrical and Electronic
printers, welding facilities and a paint room;
Engineering. Its facilities include electronic test
and (ix) several clusters of distributed shared
and measurement devices, where you are able to
memory and high-performance computers.
fabricate your own printed circuit boards using r o b o t i c t e c h n o l o g y. A d v a n c e d m e c h a t r o n i c s /
This combination of highly skilled personnel
robotics equipment, Arduino benches with Wi-Fi
and experimental/computational infrastructure
controllers, motion tracking devices and other
creates a rich environment where enormous
electronic systems can be designed and
design creativity is possible.
assembled here.
UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
Undergraduate degree course overview
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Aeronautical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Our degree in Aeronautical
Our Biomedical Engineering
Civil engineers develop
Engineering prepares you for
degree covers a range
infrastructure and have
an exciting and rewarding
of engineering applications
a profound effect on the
career in the global
that are relevant to the
way people live through a
a e r o s p a c e i n d u s t r y, w o r k i n g
requirements of the healthcare
consideration of function,
on manned and unmanned
i n d u s t r y a n d d r a w s o n C i t y,
aesthetics, economics and
aircraft and spacecraft
U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n’s
s u s t a i n a b i l i t y. Yo u w i l l l e a r n
projects. This degree places
long-standing expertise in
how to design, construct,
particular emphasis on
sensor technology and
manage and improve the
encouraging and enabling
healthcare.
environment.
Duration
Duration
Duration
MEng [Hons]
MEng [Hons]
MEng [Hons]
4 years
4 years
4 years
5 years with placement
5 years with placement
5 years with placement
you to be innovative in your engineering design.
SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
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p.32_35
p.36_39
p.40_43
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Structural Engineering
Electrical and electronic
This new degree responds
This degree is for analytical,
Structural engineering is the
engineers develop systems
to the demand for engineers
practically minded, creative
discipline responsible for the
that power our homes and
enthused by tackling cross-
individuals who relish
design and construction of
enable us to communicate
disciplinary challenges,
solving problems and who
elegant, stable and durable
wherever we are. From
in particular through the
wish to design and optimise
above-ground structures,
smartphones and agile robots
application and development
advanced machines. From
including tall, slender
to aircraft control systems
of advanced engineering
driverless cars, high-
buildings, long-span bridges
and renewable energy
software (using high-
speed trains and robotic
and spectacular sports stadia
provision, the solutions
performance computer
manufacturing systems to
or auditoria. These are
developed by electrical and
clusters) and use of digital
tidal power stations and
among the most breathtaking
electronic engineers continue
manufacturing processes.
s o l a r- p o w e r e d g e n e r a t o r s ,
and uplifting constructions
to improve and transform
This degree prepares talented
this course will enable
realised by humankind.
our lives.
engineers for an exciting
you to innovate in your
career in computational
engineering solutions.
design and analysis.
Duration
Duration
Duration
Duration
MEng [Hons]
MEng [Hons]
MEng [Hons]
MEng [Hons]
4 years
4 years
4 years
4 years
5 years with placement
5 years with placement
5 years with placement
5 years with placement
Aeronautical Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering encompasses the disciplines of aircraft design, aerodynamics, material sciences, thermodynamics, solid and fluid mechanics, and control. The course is designed in collaboration with leading industry manufacturers and systems providers, directly reflected in the emphasis on the professional UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
and transferable skills that you will gain. The MEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering course has been developed to educate you in the design, analysis and testing of aeronautical and aerospace vehicles and the a s s o c i a t e d t e c h n o l o g y. C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n w a s t h e f i r s t i n s t i t u t i o n i n the UK to introduce aeronautical engineering courses. The department has strong links with industry (local, national and global), maintaining partnerships through research projects and student placements. Aeronautical Engineering graduates work in all areas of the aircraft and airline industries and in other high-tech industries, such as motor manufacturing, F1 design, tall building design, wind turbines, and offshore oil and gas platforms.
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MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
Aeronautical Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Yo u w i l l s p e c i a l i s e i n
The third year places increasing
Engineering courses. Study
Aeronautical Engineering,
emphasis on aircraft design.
the physics and mathematics
increasing knowledge of solid
that underpin engineering
and fluid mechanics while
principles, and develop
studying measurement, data
computer programs.
analysis and mechatronics.
Design I [20]
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Yo u w i l l b e e n c o u r a g e d t o t a k e a
The final year of the integrated
12-month industry placement. School
m a s t e r ’s i n v o l v e s a m a j o r i n d i v i d u a l
advisors are in regular contact with
research project, group design exercises
companies to help you find suitable
(mentored by industry experts) and
work experience.
advanced, specialist modules.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering applies the principles of science, engineering and medicine to complex medical technologies used in the prognosis, diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of the sick and injured. Biomedical engineers also require managerial and communication skills and an awareness of the UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
economic, environmental and social implications of their work. Our course provides excellent training in all these areas. T h e d e g r e e i s h i g h l y i n t e r d i s c i p l i n a r y, e n c o u r a g i n g critical thinking through teamwork and independent s t u d y. S t u d e n t s l e a r n w i t h a c a d e m i c s f r o m : ( i ) o u r School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering; (ii) the School of Health Sciences; (iii) hospital consultants and (iv) experts from the m e d i c a l i n d u s t r y. L e a r n i n g i n v o l v e s a c o m b i n a t i o n o f t h e o r e t i c a l , e x p e r i m e n t a l a n d c o m p u t a t i o n a l s t u d y. Biomedical engineers today work in a range of industries. Our recent graduates have joined employers such as Philips Healthcare, Covidien, Siemens, Genetic Microdevices, AstraZeneca, Intertek and major hospitals in the NHS and overseas.
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Biomedical Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Yo u b e g i n t o s p e c i a l i s e i n
The third year includes
Engineering courses. Study
Biomedical Engineering in
biosignal and image processing,
the physics and mathematics
year two while also studying
medical physics and biomedical
that underpin engineering
measurement, data analysis
instrumentation, together with
principles, and develop
and mechatronics.
biomedical optics.
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
computer programs.
Design I [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Yo u w i l l b e e n c o u r a g e d t o t a k e a
The final year involves a major individual
12-month industry placement. School
research project, group design exercises
advisors are in regular contact with
and modules covering biomechanics,
companies to help you find suitable
biomaterials, biomedical sensors,
work experience.
bioinformatics and telemedicine.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
Civil Engineering
This MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering course provides a strong technical background in the key subjects of structural, geotechnical and hydraulic engineering and in management studies, while placing a particular emphasis on innovative engineering design.
UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n h a s b e e n e d u c a t i n g aspiring civil engineers for nearly 90 years. We a re c o m m i t t e d t o e n s u r i n g t h a t o u r C i v i l Engineering graduates lead the way in technical expertise, strategic thinking, innovation and communication. Learning involves lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes, a residential geology field course and group design exercises, many of which feature contributions from practising engineers. Our graduates have gone on to work with many of the leading design consultants or contracting engineering practices in the UK and overseas. Recent graduates have worked on the Crossrail project, the HS2 rail project and landmark buildings in the City of London.
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Civil Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Specialise in the study
Yo u w i l l u n d e r s t a n d t h e a n a l y s i s
Engineering courses. Study
o f g e o l o g y, s o i l m e c h a n i c s ,
and design of geotechnical,
the physics and mathematics
measurement and data
hydraulic and structural forms,
that underpin engineering
analysis, tackling advanced
computational analysis techniques
principles, and develop
solid and fluid mechanics.
and construction management.
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
computer programs.
Design I [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Ta k e a 1 2 - m o n t h i n d u s t r y p l a c e m e n t .
Collaborate with staff on an individual
Advisors at the School are in regular
re s e a rc h p ro j e c t . Pa r t i c i p a t e i n a l i v e l a rg e -
contact with companies to help you
scale design project set by our collaborators.
find suitable work experience.
Contains advanced modules in analytical and experimental methods.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Our Electrical and Electronic Engineering course provides a strong technical background in electronics, power engineering, signal processing and mechatronics, offered in conjunction with engineering management.
UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
Learning involves lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes and group design exercises. Our laboratories feature chip production facilities and electrical power e q u i p m e n t . Yo u w i l l e x p l o r e t h e r e c e n t a d v a n c e s i n c o m p u t e r- b a s e d e n g i n e e r i n g a n a l y s i s , u s i n g s o f t w a r e s u c h a s M A T L A B a n d L a b V I E W. D e s i g n i s a p r i m a r y f o c u s for this degree. Detailed design projects are enhanced by close involvement from industrial specialists so that you tackle pertinent and timely challenges. This provides a superb foundation for pursuing a career in electrical engineering, communications, control systems, robotics or sensor systems. Our recent graduates have joined employers such as UK P o w e r N e t w o r k s , B T, N a t i o n a l G r i d , A E C O M , B P, H u a w e i , British Aerospace, DeltaRail and Cundall.
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Robotic Engineering
MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Students begin to
Study signal processing and
Engineering courses. Study
specialise in Electrical and
communications, modelling and
the physics and mathematics
Electronic Engineering in
control, electromagnetism and power
that underpin engineering
year two. Modules include
engineering, and digital design.
principles, and develop
measurement, data analysis,
Attain systematic understanding
computer programs.
m e c h a t r o n i c s a n d c i r c u i t r y.
of engineering management.
Design I [20]
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Ta k e a 1 2 - m o n t h i n d u s t r y p l a c e m e n t .
Undertake individual research and a
Advisors at the School are in regular
major design exercise (how to produce
contact with companies to help you
safe, sustainable, ethical solutions).
find suitable work experience.
Covers advanced signal processing, communications, system modelling and control, and microelectronics.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
Engineering
Our Engineering course is ideal if you have a strong interest in mathematics and science, and wish to develop your capabilities in advanced computational analysis and problem solving using high-performance computers. This interdisciplinary degree course opens
UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
up a wide variety of career paths once you graduate. The course is delivered through lectures, tutorials, group design exercises, laboratory classes and p ro g r a m m i n g w o rk s h o p s . We e n c o u r a g e c r i t i c a l thinking and foster curiosity through both teamwork a n d i n d e p e n d e n t s t u d y. T h e d e s i g n e x e r c i s e s a l l o w you to engage in cross-disciplinary challenges, preparing the way for tackling larger problems which span traditional engineering boundaries. Engineering graduates are much sought after b y i n d u s t r y. Yo u w i l l h a v e t h e p o t e n t i a l t o w o r k within interdisciplinary teams on engineering technologies spanning the design of space probes or aero engines, F1 aerodynamics, oil and gas r e c o v e r y, t o t e t h e r - f r e e w a l k i n g r o b o t s a n d t h e design of artificial human heart valves.
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Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Yo u s p e c i a l i s e i n y e a r t w o ,
Increasing emphasis on
Engineering courses. Study
advancing your knowledge
cross-disciplinary computational
the physics and mathematics
of solid and fluid mechanics,
analysis. Modules include structural
that underpin engineering
studying measurement, data
engineering, aerodynamics, signal
principles, and develop
analysis and mechatronics.
processing, medical physics and engineering management.
MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
computer programs.
Design I [20]
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Ta k e a 1 2 - m o n t h i n d u s t r y p l a c e m e n t .
Involves a major individual research project,
Advisors at the School are in regular
group design exercises and modules covering
contact with companies to help you
advanced computational methods, structural
find suitable work experience.
dynamics, aeroelasticity and advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering encompasses the disciplines of mechanical design, material sciences, thermodynamics a n d h e a t t r a n s f e r, s o l i d a n d f l u i d m e c h a n i c s , and control. We e n c o u r a g e c r i t i c a l t h i n k i n g a n d f o s t e r c u r i o s i t y UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
t h r o u g h b o t h t e a m w o r k a n d i n d e p e n d e n t s t u d y. The design exercises enable you to engage in crossdisciplinary challenges, preparing the way for tackling larger problems that span traditional engineering boundaries. The courses are led by academic staff from our active research centres, supported by s p e c i a l i s t p r o f e s s i o n a l s f r o m i n d u s t r y. T h e c o u r s e is delivered through lectures, tutorials, group design exercises, laboratory classes and engineering workshops. Learning involves a combination of t h e o r e t i c a l , e x p e r i m e n t a l a n d c o m p u t a t i o n a l s t u d y. Mechanical engineering graduates work in industries such as transport, power generation, manufacturing, automotive and oil and gas exploration. Our recent graduates have obtained posts within Ford, Howden, Delphi Diesel Systems, AVL, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land R o v e r, Tu b e L i n e s a n d H o l r o y d .
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MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
Mechanical Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Specialise in year two,
Develop your knowledge of
Engineering courses. Study
advancing your knowledge
mechanical design: fluid mechanics,
the physics and mathematics
of solid and fluid mechanics
mechatronics and control, structural
that underpin engineering
while studying measurement,
analysis, thermodynamics and
principles, and develop
data analysis and
heat transfer and engineering
computer programs.
mechatronics.
management.
Design I [20]
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Ta k e a 1 2 - m o n t h i n d u s t r y p l a c e m e n t .
Major individual research project, group
Advisors at the School are in regular
design exercises and modules covering
contact with companies to help you
advanced structural analysis and heat
find suitable work experience.
transfer and either gas turbine engineering or advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
Structural Engineering
This new degree is the first of its kind to be offered in London. It responds to the demand for motivated, creative individuals with a passion for science and mathematics, who wish to develop structural designs (often in collaboration with architects) that embrace
UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEGREE COURSES
b o t h e l e g a n c y a n d e f f i c i e n c y. The course involves a combination of theoretical, e x p e r i m e n t a l a n d c o m p u t a t i o n a l s t u d y. Yo u w i l l develop a deep appreciation of force equilibrium, stability and materials science while always considering the constructability of a proposed solution. As part of the course, you will be shown how to arrive at optimal solutions where the structure (be i t a s l e n d e r, t a l l b u i l d i n g o r a l o n g - s p a n s u s p e n s i o n bridge) can withstand the stresses and displacements resulting from all plausible static and dynamic loads. We a n t i c i p a t e t h a t g r a d u a t e s f ro m t h i s u n i q u e c o u r s e will be sought after by leading structural engineering consultancies and architectural practices, such as A r u p , W S P P a r s o n s B r i n c k e r h o f f , T h o r n t o n To m a s e t t i , SOM, BuroHappold Engineering and AKT II. High-achieving students will have the opportunity to undertake their placement or summer internship with these leading organisations.
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Structural Engineering
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Common to all of the
Focus on your specialism and
Structural design, case histories
Engineering courses. Study
s t u d y g e o l o g y, s o i l m e c h a n i c s
and live projects. Discover how
the physics and mathematics
and measurement, data
to consider ethical, sustainability
that underpin engineering
analysis, and advanced solid
and health and safety aspects.
principles, and develop
and fluid mechanics.
MENG [HONS] COURSE STRUCTURE
computer programs.
Design I [20]
Design II: Aeronautical [20]
Design III: Aeronautical [20]
Design II: Biomedical [20]
Design III: Biomedical [20]
Design II: Civil [20]
Design III: Civil [20]
Design II: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design III: Electrical & Electronic [20]
Design II: Engineering [20]
Design III: Engineering [20]
Design II: Mechanical [20]
Design III: Mechanical [20]
Design II: Structural [20]
Design III: Structural [20]
Solid Mechanics [20]
Structural Mechanics [20]
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer [20]
Mathematics I [20]
Mechatronics [20]
Systems Modelling & Control [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics I [20]
Measurement & Data Analysis [20]
Structural Engineering [20]
Mathematics II [20]
Structural Analysis [20]
Engineering Science [20]
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering [20]
Signal Processing & Communications [20]
Geology & Soil Mechanics [20]
Performance of Structural Systems [20]
Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics II [20]
Microelectronic Circuits & Devices [20]
Electromagnetic Fields & Circuits [20]
Mechatronics & Control [20]
Electronics [20]
Power Engineering [20]
Medical Physics & Imaging [20] Hydraulic Engineering [20] Geotechnical Engineering [20] Fluid Mechanics [20] Flight Dynamics & Control [20] Engineering Management [20] Computational Structural Mechanics [20] Civil Engineering Practice [20] Civil Engineering Management [20] Biosignal & Image Processing [20] Biomedical Optics [20] Biomedical Instrumentation [20] Aerodynamics & Propulsion [20]
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Ye a r i n industry
Stage IV
Yo u w i l l b e e n c o u r a g e d t o t a k e a
A major individual research project,
12-month industry placement. School
group design exercises and modules
advisors are in regular contact with
covering advanced computational
companies to help you find suitable
methods and either bridge or tall
work experience.
building design.
Industry placement
Design IV: Aeronautical [40] Design IV: Biomedical [40] Design IV: Civil [40] Design IV: Electrical & Electronic [40] Design IV: Engineering [40] Design IV: Mechanical [40] Design IV: Structural [40] MEng Project: Aeronautical [20] MEng Project: Biomedical [20] MEng Project: Civil [40] MEng Project: Electrical & Electronic [20] MEng Project: Engineering [20] MEng Project: Mechanical [20] MEng Project: Structural [40] Tall Building Design [20] Structural Dynamics & Aeroelasticity [20] IC Engines and Vehicle Propulsion [20] Gas Turbine Engineering [20] Computer Systems & Robotics [20] Combustion & Fuels [20] Biomechanics & Biomaterials [20] Biomedical Sensors [20] Biomedical Informatics & Telemedicine [20] Bridge Design [20] Airworthiness & Maintenance [20] Advanced Systems Modelling & Control [20] Advanced Structural Analysis [20] Advanced Signal Processing & Communications [20] Advanced Heat Transfer [20] Advanced Civil Engineering Systems [20] Advanced CFD [20] Advanced Analytical Methods [20] Advanced Aerodynamics [20]
INDUSTRY + EXPERIENCE
Placement year in industry
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There is no substitute for gaining industrial experience in your chosen area of engineering d u r i n g yo u r d e g re e . We w i l l h e l p you achieve this. C i t y, U n i v e r s i t y o f L o n d o n’s P r o f e s s i o n a l
Our team of PLU specialists has been helping
Liaison Unit (PLU) supports both students
students to secure placement employment
and employers by arranging, managing and
across a range of industries for over 15 years.
monitoring 12-month placements, shorter
That team sources exclusive opportunities
internships and work-based learning.
with a wide range of employers as well as advertising vacancies from the major recruiters.
The PLU operates exclusively within our School of Mathematics, Computer Science
Our professionals support students and employers
& Engineering. It offers bespoke work-based
throughout the placement to make sure that
learning programmes, designed to accommodate
both parties are benefiting effectively from the
the requirements of students and employers.
experience. Each placement student is assigned
We i n t e g r a t e p ro f e s s i o n a l d e ve l o p m e n t p l a n n i n g
a work-based learning advisor (WLA) who will
a n d e m p l oy a b i l i t y i n t o c o u r s e s . We c o n n e c t o u r
provide assistance throughout the duration of the
academics with industry professionals to enrich
placement by visiting the workplace and ensuring
programme content and gain professional input
that both the student and placement provider are
for course design.
meeting the pre-agreed deliverables. The PLU runs workshops and one-to-one sessions to prepare you
After the completion of your third year
for making successful applications and interviews.
(Stage III), you can undertake a period of paid placement lasting between nine and twelve
A year spent in industry is an exceptionally
months. Coupling the MEng degree with such a
valuable opportunity to develop your technical
work placement offers Engineering students a
skills and business knowledge, and it can often
much-valued five-year course merging professional
lead to sponsorship and even future graduate
e x p e r i e n c e w i t h a d v a n c e d s t u d y. O u r o n e - y e a r
e m p l o y m e n t . Yo u w i l l r e t u r n t o u n i v e r s i t y w i t h
industrial placement scheme enables you to apply
m o r e m a t u r i t y, m o t i v a t i o n a n d a m u c h b e t t e r
the skills and knowledge you have developed
understanding of key concepts, having applied
to manage real challenges in the workplace.
them on placement. This often leads to the
Salaries vary but you would typically be paid
attainment of a higher class of degree.
b e t w e e n £ 1 5 , 0 0 0 a n d £ 2 2 , 0 0 0 , p r o r a t a , p e r y e a r, w h i l e o n p l a c e m e n t . Yo u w i l l t h e n r e t u r n t o t h e University to complete your final year of studies.
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