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MSci Mathematics with a Year Abroad

MSci Mathematics with a Year Abroad

by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Mathematics at  Northampton to present a wide range of mathematical ideas in a way that develops your critical and intellectual abilities.

The Department is home to several Fellows of the Royal Society and international prize winners, and our degrees are built around our research expertise in four core areas:

  • Pure Mathematics
  • Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Physics
  • Mathematical Finance
  • Statistics

You will cover both topics that are a direct continuation of those at A-level and those that introduce you to new ways of thinking, such as the logical structure of arguments, the proper definition of mathematical objects, the design of sophisticated mathematical models, and the legitimacy of computations.

All of our courses follow the same core curriculum for the first two years, covering key areas of mathematics such as algebra, differential equations, and probability and statistics.

In your final year you can choose from over 50 optional modules, many of which are linked to our cutting edge research, allowing you to specialise in the areas of maths that interest you most.

Our BSc Mathematics (G100) degree gives you the broadest choice of optional modules on a three-year BSc programme, enabling you to graduate with a broad understanding of mathematical theory and application.

   

Transfer between courses

 

Successful candidates will receive one offer for one course from the Department, so you should apply to just one. There is no advantage in applying to multiple courses within Mathematics.

The high level of shared content in the first two years means it is usually possible to transfer between any of our maths coursesduring this time (within stated restrictions) however, transfer onto the Year Abroad course must normally be done in your first year.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

    Duration

    4 years

    full-time

    ECTS: 254.5 – 255.5

    Careers

    The logical and analytical skills developed through a degree in mathematics are highly valued by a wide range of employers. Our graduates go on to a wide range of careers in industry, government and education, as well as international banking, computing, business, law and accountancy.

    The MSci programmes in particular prepare you for research careers and are recognised throughout the European Union, where four-year undergraduate degrees tend to be the norm.

    Recent graduates of the Department have become:

     

    • Graduate Mathematician, Williams Martini Racing
    • Research Analyst, Thomson Reuters
    • Analyst, JP Morgan
    • Accountant, KPMG
    • Data Scientist, Summit Media
    Related departments

    You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

     

    • Computing (including Joint Mathematics and Computing courses)
    • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
    • Physics

    Teaching and assessment

    Teaching
    • Independent learning
    • Group Learning
    • Lectures
    • Tutorials
    • Problem-solving and group learning classes
    • Research Projects

    Teaching, independent study and placement hours

       

      Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
    Lectures, seminars and similar 330 hours 300 hours 240 hours 180 hours
    Independent study 1,170 hours 1,200 hours 1,360 hours 1320 hours
    Placement – – – –
    Based on the typical pathway through the course 
    Assessment
    • Group assignments and projects
    • Individual Projects
    • Online tests and quizzes
    • Oral presentations
    • Poster presentations
    • Short, individual tests
    • Written examinations

    Assessment types

       

      Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
    Coursework 20% 15% 8% 33%
    Practical – – – –
    Written 80% 85% 92% 67%
    Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number 
    Staff expertise

    At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

    You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

    Associateship

    As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of  Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

    The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

    Compare this course

    See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

    You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

    Structure

       

    Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

    Year 1

    Core modules

     

    • Analysis 1
    • An Introduction to Applied Mathematics
    • Calculus and Applications
    • Individual Research Project
    • Introduction to Computing
    • Introduction to University Mathematics
    • Language Classes (if required)
    • Linear Algebra and Group Theory
    • Probability and Statistics

     

    Language module

     

    You will have a meeting with the Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication soon after beginning your degree at Northampton to establish your ability in the relevant language.

    There are different levels of language modules available depending on your ability, and you are normally expected to pass level three by the end of your second year. Some students will not be required to take language classes, for instance if you are fluent in a relevant langauge.

    Your language module will be taken for credit but not counted toward your final degree grade.

    Year 2

    Core modules

     

    • Analysis 2
    • Group Research Project
    • Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
    • Multi-variable Calculus and Differential Equations
    • Language Classes (if required)

    Optional modules

     

    You choose two modules from below.

    • Groups and Rings
    • Lebesgue Measure and Integration
    • Network Science
    • Partial Differential Equations in Action
    • Principles of Programming
    • Probability for Statistics
    • Statistical Modelling 1

     

    Language module

     

    You will have a meeting with the Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication soon after beginning your degree at Northampton to establish your ability in the relevant language.

    There are different levels of language modules available depending on your ability, and you are normally expected to pass level three by the end of your second year. Some students will not be required to take language classes, for instance if you are fluent in a relevant langauge.

    Your language module will be taken for credit but not counted toward your final degree grade.

      Year 3

      You will spend your third year at a leading university. Students have previously studied at:

      • ENSIMAG, Grenoble, France
      • ENS Lyon, France
      • EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland
      • Humboldt Berlin, Germany
      • ETH Zurich, Germany
      • MIT, United States
      • UAM, Madrid, Spain

      This department is taking part in the Northampton College  Institute of Technology (NIT) student exchange pilot. Find out more about the study abroad opportunities that will be created through this two-year pilot, which launched in 2018.

      Please note the above is an illustrative list of universities located abroad which the Department is currently partnered with. Partnerships with universities are subject to continuous review and individual partnerships may or may not be renewed.

      There may be limitations placed upon your ability to live and study in these locations. If applicable you will need to successfully apply for the relevant visa. This applies to all students, including Home students, in light of the vote for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union.

      Year 4

      Core module

         

      • Mathematics Research Project

      Optional modules

         

      You choose six optional modules in total for your fourth year.

      There are over 40 optional modules available across different areas of mathematics, the list below gives you an idea of these areas.

      • Advanced Dynamical Systems
      • Advanced Topics in Partial Differential Equations
      • Algebra 3
      • Algebra 4
      • Algebraic Combinatorics
      • Algebraic Number Theory
      • Algebraic Topology
      • Analytic Methods in Partial Differential Equations
      • Applied Complex Analysis
      • Applied Probability
      • Asymptotic Methods
      • Bifurcation Theory
      • Computational Linear Algebra
      • Computational Partial Differential Equations
      • Consumer Credit Risk Modelling
      • Differential Topology
      • Dynamical Systems
      • Dynamics of Games and Learning
      • Elliptic Curves
      • Finite Elements: Numerical Analysis and Implementation
      • Fluid Dynamics 1
      • Fluid Dynamics 2
      • Function Spaces and Applications
      • Functional Analysis
      • Galois Theory
      • Geometric Complex Analysis
      • Group Representation Theory
      • Group Theory
      • High Performance Computing
      • Hydrodynamic Stability
      • Infinite Groups
      • Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
      • Markov Processes
      • Mathematical Biology
      • Mathematical Finance: An Introduction to Option Pricing
      • Mathematical Logic
      • Mathematics Research Project
      • Methods for Data Science
      • Modular Representation Theory
      • Number Theory
      • Numerical Solutions of Ordinary Differential Equations
      • Probability Theory
      • Quantum Mechanics 1
      • Quantum Mechanics 2
      • Random Dynamical Systems and Ergodic Theory
      • Scientific Computing
      • Special Relativity and Electromagnetism
      • Statistical Modelling 2
      • Statistical Theory
      • Stochastic Differential Equations
      • Stochastic Simulation
      • Survival Models
      • Tensor Calculus and General Relativity
      • Theory of Complex Systems
      • Time Series Analysis
      • Vortex Dynamics

      Entry requirements

             

      We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

      For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

      We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

      A-levels

      Minimum entry standards

          

      Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

      • A* in Mathematics
      • A* in Further Mathematics
      • A in another subject

      General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

      Typical offer range

       

      As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

      Three A-level offer: A*A*A–A*A*A*

      Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

           

      If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

      Further Mathematics

          

      We are able to make special cases for students who are from schools that do not offer Further Mathematics A-level, and encourage applications from them. We are often guided by performance in MAT when making these special cases. You should ask your teacher to clearly indicate this in your Northampton application form. If your school offers Further Mathematics AS but not A level, then we expect that you should be taking it.

      Additional Mathematics support

          

      Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

      This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

      Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

      International Baccalaureate

      Minimum entry standards

          

      Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

      • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
      • 6 in another subject at higher level

      Typical offer range

          

      As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 39-40 points overall.

      Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

          

      For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

      Additional Mathematics support

         

      We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

      Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

      Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

      Advanced Placements

      The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

      If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Imperial alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

      Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

      Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

      • 5 in Calculus BC
      • 5 in Chemistry, Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism, or Mechanics), Statistics or Computer Science
      • 5 in another subject
      Additional Mathematics support

      We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

      Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

      Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

      English language requirement (all applicants)

      All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

      For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

      How to apply

        

      The MSci Mathematics with a year Abroad  by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

      We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

        

      Documentation required

      Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

      Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

      • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
      • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
      • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
      • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

      If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

      After you apply

      After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

      Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

      You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

      • You may be offered a place unconditionally
      • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
      • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
        View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
      Terms and conditions of admissions

      • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

        Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

      MSci Mathematics

      MSci Mathematics

      by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

      Course Overview

       

      Overview

      Mathematics at  Northampton to present a wide range of mathematical ideas in a way that develops your critical and intellectual abilities.

      The Department is home to several Fellows of the Royal Society and international prize winners, and our degrees are built around our research expertise in four core areas:

      • Pure Mathematics
      • Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Physics
      • Mathematical Finance
      • Statistics

      You will cover both topics that are a direct continuation of those at A-level and those that introduce you to new ways of thinking, such as the logical structure of arguments, the proper definition of mathematical objects, the design of sophisticated mathematical models, and the legitimacy of computations.

      All of our courses follow the same core curriculum for the first two years, covering key areas of mathematics such as algebra, differential equations, and probability and statistics.

      In your final year you can choose from over 50 optional modules, many of which are linked to our cutting edge research, allowing you to specialise in the areas of maths that interest you most.

      Our BSc Mathematics (G100) degree gives you the broadest choice of optional modules on a three-year BSc programme, enabling you to graduate with a broad understanding of mathematical theory and application.

         

      Transfer between courses

       

      Successful candidates will receive one offer for one course from the Department, so you should apply to just one. There is no advantage in applying to multiple courses within Mathematics.

      The high level of shared content in the first two years means it is usually possible to transfer between any of our maths coursesduring this time (within stated restrictions) however, transfer onto the Year Abroad course must normally be done in your first year.

      If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

        Duration

        4 years

        full-time

        ECTS: 254.5 – 255.5

        Careers

        The logical and analytical skills developed through a degree in mathematics are highly valued by a wide range of employers. Our graduates go on to a wide range of careers in industry, government and education, as well as international banking, computing, business, law and accountancy.

        The MSci programmes in particular prepare you for research careers and are recognised throughout the European Union, where four-year undergraduate degrees tend to be the norm.

        Recent graduates of the Department have become:

         

        • Graduate Mathematician, Williams Martini Racing
        • Research Analyst, Thomson Reuters
        • Analyst, JP Morgan
        • Accountant, KPMG
        • Data Scientist, Summit Media
        Related departments

        You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

         

        • Computing (including Joint Mathematics and Computing courses)
        • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
        • Physics

        Teaching and assessment

        Teaching
        • Independent learning
        • Group Learning
        • Lectures
        • Tutorials
        • Problem-solving and group learning classes
        • Research Projects

        Teaching, independent study and placement hours

           

          Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
        Lectures, seminars and similar 330 hours 300 hours 240 hours 180 hours
        Independent study 1,170 hours 1,200 hours 1,360 hours 1320 hours
        Placement – – – –
        Based on the typical pathway through the course 
        Assessment
        • Group assignments and projects
        • Individual Projects
        • Online tests and quizzes
        • Oral presentations
        • Poster presentations
        • Short, individual tests
        • Written examinations

        Assessment types

           

          Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
        Coursework 20% 15% 8% 33%
        Practical – – – –
        Written 80% 85% 92% 67%
        Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number 
        Staff expertise

        At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

        You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

        Associateship

        As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of  Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

        The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

        Compare this course

        See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

        You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

        Structure

           

        Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

        Year 1

        Core modules

         

        • Analysis 1
        • An Introduction to Applied Mathematics
        • Calculus and Applications
        • Individual Research Project
        • Introduction to Computing
        • Introduction to University Mathematics
        • Linear Algebra and Group Theory
        • Probability and Statistics
        Year 2

        Core modules

         

        • Analysis 2
        • Group Research Project
        • Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
        • Multi-variable Calculus and Differential Equations

        Optional modules

         

        You choose four modules from below.

        • Groups and Rings
        • Lebesgue Measure and Integration
        • Network Science
        • Partial Differential Equations in Action
        • Principles of Programming
        • Probability for Statistics
        • Statistical Modelling 1
        Year 3

        Optional modules

         

        A large selection of optional modules are available, and you will choose eight or nine in the areas of pure mathematics, mathematical physics, applied mathematics, methodology, numerical analysis or statistics. The number of modules you take depends on the number of credits awarded to each module.

        All third year modules are optional. The list below gives you an idea of the areas you can choose from.

        • Advanced Topics in Partial Differential Equations
        • Algebra 3
        • Algebraic Combinatorics
        • Algebraic Number Theory
        • Algebraic Topology
        • Applied Complex Analysis
        • Applied Probability
        • Asymptotic Methods
        • Bifurcation Theory
        • Communicating Mathematics
        • Computational Linear Algebra
        • Computational Partial Differential Equations
        • Consumer Credit Risk Modelling
        • Dynamical Systems
        • Dynamics of Games and Learning
        • Finite Elements: Numerical Analysis and Implementation
        • Fluid Dynamics 1
        • Fluid Dynamics 2
        • Function Spaces and Applications
        • Functional Analysis
        • Galois Theory
        • Geometric Complex Analysis
        • Group Representation Theory
        • Groups and Rings
        • Group Theory
        • High Performance Computing
        • Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
        • Lebesgue Measure and Integration
        • Markov Processes
        • Mathematical Biology
        • Mathematical Finance: An Introduction to Option Pricing
        • Mathematical Logic
        • Mathematics of Business and Economics
        • Mathematics Research Project
        • Methods for Data Science
        • Network Science
        • Number Theory
        • Numerical Solutions of Ordinary Differential Equations
        • Partial Differential Equations in Action
        • Principles of Programming
        • Probability for Statistics
        • Probability Theory
        • Quantum Mechanics 1
        • Quantum Mechanics 2
        • Scientific Computing
        • Special Relativity and Electromagnetism
        • Statistical Modelling 1
        • Statistical Modelling 2
        • Statistical Theory
        • Stochastic Simulation
        • Survival Models
        • Tensor Calculus and General Relativity
        • Theory of Complex Systems
        • Time Series Analysis

        Year 4

        Core module

           

        • Mathematics Research Project

        Optional modules

           

        You choose six optional modules in total for your fourth year.

        There are over 40 optional modules available across different areas of mathematics, the list below gives you an idea of these areas.

        • Advanced Dynamical Systems
        • Advanced Topics in Partial Differential Equations
        • Algebra 3
        • Algebra 4
        • Algebraic Combinatorics
        • Algebraic Number Theory
        • Algebraic Topology
        • Analytic Methods in Partial Differential Equations
        • Applied Complex Analysis
        • Applied Probability
        • Asymptotic Methods
        • Bifurcation Theory
        • Computational Linear Algebra
        • Computational Partial Differential Equations
        • Consumer Credit Risk Modelling
        • Differential Topology
        • Dynamical Systems
        • Dynamics of Games and Learning
        • Elliptic Curves
        • Finite Elements: Numerical Analysis and Implementation
        • Fluid Dynamics 1
        • Fluid Dynamics 2
        • Function Spaces and Applications
        • Functional Analysis
        • Galois Theory
        • Geometric Complex Analysis
        • Group Representation Theory
        • Group Theory
        • High Performance Computing
        • Hydrodynamic Stability
        • Infinite Groups
        • Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
        • Markov Processes
        • Mathematical Biology
        • Mathematical Finance: An Introduction to Option Pricing
        • Mathematical Logic
        • Mathematics Research Project
        • Methods for Data Science
        • Modular Representation Theory
        • Number Theory
        • Numerical Solutions of Ordinary Differential Equations
        • Probability Theory
        • Quantum Mechanics 1
        • Quantum Mechanics 2
        • Random Dynamical Systems and Ergodic Theory
        • Scientific Computing
        • Special Relativity and Electromagnetism
        • Statistical Modelling 2
        • Statistical Theory
        • Stochastic Differential Equations
        • Stochastic Simulation
        • Survival Models
        • Tensor Calculus and General Relativity
        • Theory of Complex Systems
        • Time Series Analysis
        • Vortex Dynamics

        Entry requirements

               

        We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

        For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

        We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

        A-levels

        Minimum entry standards

            

        Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

        • A* in Mathematics
        • A* in Further Mathematics
        • A in another subject

        General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

        Typical offer range

         

        As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

        Three A-level offer: A*A*A–A*A*A*

        Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

             

        If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

        Further Mathematics

            

        We are able to make special cases for students who are from schools that do not offer Further Mathematics A-level, and encourage applications from them. We are often guided by performance in MAT when making these special cases. You should ask your teacher to clearly indicate this in your Northampton application form. If your school offers Further Mathematics AS but not A level, then we expect that you should be taking it.

        Additional Mathematics support

            

        Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

        This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

        International Baccalaureate

        Minimum entry standards

            

        Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

        • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
        • 6 in another subject at higher level

        Typical offer range

            

        As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 39-40 points overall.

        Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

            

        For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

        Additional Mathematics support

           

        We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

        Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

        Advanced Placements

        The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

        If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Imperial alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

        Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

        Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

        • 5 in Calculus BC
        • 5 in Chemistry, Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism, or Mechanics), Statistics or Computer Science
        • 5 in another subject
        Additional Mathematics support

        We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

        Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

        English language requirement (all applicants)

        All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

        For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

        How to apply

          

        The MSci Mathematics  by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

        We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

          

        Documentation required

        Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

        Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

        • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
        • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
        • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
        • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

        If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

        After you apply

        After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

        Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

        You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

        • You may be offered a place unconditionally
        • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
        • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
          View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
        Terms and conditions of admissions

        • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

          Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

        MEng Mechanical with Nuclear Engineering

        MEng Mechanical with Nuclear Engineering

        by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

        Course Overview

         

        Overview

        Our Mechanical Engineering degrees emphasise the development of skills needed by the twenty-first century graduate engineer:

        • imagination
        • creativity
        • intellectual agility
        • the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

        Study programme

         

        All of our Mechanical Engineering courses start with the same two core years of intensive engineering science. You attend lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions in areas including:

        • thermofluids
        • materials
        • mechanics
        • mechatronics
        • stress analysis
        • design

        You practise sketching by hand, use computeraided design (CAD) to produce solid models and industry-standard technical drawings, and create the blueprints for your own designs.

        You also develop your manufacturing skills in hands-on workshop sessions, and bring your designs to life through a ‘design, make and test’ group project.

         

         

        Specialist modules in nuclear engineering

         

        Specialist teaching delivered by the Departments of Chemical Engineering, Materials and Mechanical Engineering in years three and four cover topics such as an introduction to nuclear energy, nuclear chemical engineering, nuclear materials, thermodynamics and energy, and nuclear reactor physics. This course provides a foundation for employment in nuclear or related industries.

           

        Industry links

         

        We intensively engage with industry to ensure that our courses are relevant to the profession.

        You will also benefit from access to facilities and equipment that match those used in industry. These include Instron machines for testing the strength of engineering materials, and microcontroller kits for testing the performance of mechatronic systems.

         

        Student teaching workshop

         

        Our teaching facilities are complemented by our exceptionally well-equipped student workshop, which contains both manual and CNC subtractive and additive manufacture machine tools. You will use these extensively in the manufacture and assembly of your project work, using a wide variety of materials.

         

        Transfer between courses

         

        All students should apply initially to MEng Mechanical Engineering.

         

        Transfer during the second or third year

         

        • MEng Mechanical with Nuclear Engineering
        • MEng Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering and a Year in Industry

        Transfer at the end of the third year

         

        • • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

        Transfer during the fourth year

         

        • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry
        • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad
          Duration

          4 years

          full-time

          ECTS: 240

          Careers

          Our close industry links ensure that many graduates leave Northampton with jobs already lined up.

          Formula One and related industries are popular destinations for our graduates.

          The chance to specialise in nuclear engineering is also good preparation for an industry poised for future expansion.

          The technical and management skills of the discipline are equally valued in consultancy, finance and project management.

          Recent graduates of the Department have become:

          • Mechanical Engineer, European Space Agency
          • Graduate Nuclear Engineer, EDF Energy
          • Vehicle Dynamics and Simulation Engineer, Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team
          • Well Engineer, Shell USA
          • Actuarial Analyst, Deloitte
          Related departments

          You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

           

          • Aeronautics
          • Biomedical Science (Medical Biosciences)
          • Civil and Environmental Engineering
          • Mathematics

          Teaching and assessment

          Teaching

          You can expect to be taught in lectures, by problem sheets, in tutorials, through workshop training and laboratory work.

          You will complete group practical exercises, a literature research project, a group design project and research project.

           

            

           

          Teaching, independent study and placement hours

            

          Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
          Lectures, seminars and similar 635 hours 526 hours 222 hours 207 hours
          Independent study 980 hours 1,024 hours 1,278 hours 1,318 hours
          Placement – – – –
          Based on the typical pathway through the course
          Assessment

          You will experience a variety of assessment methods, and can expect to mostly sit written examinations and complete coursework assignments.

           

          Assessment types

           

          Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
          Coursework 28% 24% 48% 36%
          Practical 2% 1% 3% –
          Written 70% 74% 49% 64%
          Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number
          Staff expertise

          At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

          You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

          Professional accreditation

          The degree is professionally accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.

          Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

          A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

          Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

          Our accreditation agreement with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers is renewed every five years.

          The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2017–18 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

          Associateship

          As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

          The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

          Compare this course

          See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

          The Unistats website uses official data which we provide about all of our undergraduate courses that have a USA code. This information is published by the Higher Education Funding Council on the Unistats website to help you compare similar courses at different institutions.

          Because acceptance onto this course is via in-course transfer, it does not have its own Unistats page. However, there is a high degree of overlap with the main degree in this Department so we encourage you to use the Unistats data for that degree.

          Structure

             

          Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

          Year 1

          Core modules

           

          • Design and Manufacture 1
          • Fluid Dynamics 1
          • Materials 1
          • Mathematics and Computing
          • Mechanics 1
          • Mechatronics 1
          • Professional Engineering Skills 1
          • Stress Analysis 1
          • Thermodynamics 1
          Year 2

          Core modules

           

          • Design and Manufacture 2
          • Dynamics
          • Fluid Mechanics 2
          • Heat Transfer
          • Materials 2
          • Mathematics and Computing 2
          • Mechatronics 2
          • Professional Engineering Skills 2
          • Stress Analysis 2
          • Thermodynamics 2
          Year 3

          Core modules

             

          • Design, Make and Test Project
          • Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
          • Fluid Mechanics 3 or Thermodynamics 3
          • Nuclear Chemical Engineering
          • Professional Engineering Skills 3
          • Stress Analysis 3 or Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics

          Optional modules

             

          Group 1

             

          You choose two modules from the list below.

          • Computational Continuum Mechanics
          • Embedded C for Microcontrollers
          • Finite Element Analysis and Applications
          • Machine Dynamics and Vibrations
          • Mathematics 3
          • Mechatronics 3
          • Statistics
          • Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymers
          • System Design and Optimisation
          • Tribology

          You also have the option of choosing from the modules below (if not taken as core modules):

          • Fluid Mechanics 3
          • Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics
          • Stress Analysis 3
          • Thermodynamics 3
          Year 5

          Core module

              

          • Individual Project
          • Nuclear Materials
          • Nuclear Reactor Physics
          • Nuclear Thermal Hydraulics

          Optional modules

             

          Group 1

           

          You choose one module from the list below.

          • Aircraft Engine Technology
          • Metal Processing Technology
          • Polymer Processing Technology
          • Vehicle Propulsion Technology
            Group 2

               

            You choose two modules from the list below.

            • Advanced Control
            • Advanced Stress Analysis
            • Advanced Vibration Engineering
            • Combustion
            • Computational Continuum Mechanics
            • Computational Fluid Dynamics
            • Embedded C for Microcontrollers
            • Finite Element Analysis and Applications
            • Fluid Mechanics 3
            • Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics
            • Interfacing and Data Processing
            • Mathematics 3
            • Mechanical Transmissions
            • Statistics
            • Stress Analysis 3
            • Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymers
            • System Design and Optimisation
            • Tribology

              Entry requirements

                     

              We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

              For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

              We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

              A-levels

              Minimum entry standards

                

              Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A or A*AAA overall, to include:

              Three A-levels

              • A* in Mathematics
              • A* in Physics
              • A in another subject (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

              Four A-levels

              • A* in Mathematics
              • A in Physics
              • A in another two subjects (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

              Typical offer range

                 

              As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

              Three A-level offer: A*A*A

              Four A-level offer: A*AAA

              Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

                 

              If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

              The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

              Subject choice

                 

              Mathematics and Physics are required subjects for entry. For your third (and fourth if applicable) A-level we consider most other subjects, although some are unlikely to form part of your offer, such as a foreign language if you are a native speaker of that language. General Studies and Critical Thinking are also not accepted.

              We suggest that you make your choices based on your interests and strengths, rather than specifically aiming at entry to our course.

              Further Mathematics

                 

              Further Mathematics A-level is useful, but not an essential requirement for entry.

              As Mathematics is the largest module in our first and second year, students who have taken Further Mathematics have less new material to study.

              In recent years, about ten percent of our cohort have taken a combination of A-levels which does not include Further Mathematics.

              If you are not taking Further Mathematics, you may consider studying relevant topics independently.

              Additional Mathematics support

                 

              Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

              This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

              Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

              International Baccalaureate

              Minimum entry standards

                 

              Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 40 points overall, to include:

              • 6 in Mathematics at higher level
              • 6 in Physics at higher level
              • 6 in another subject at higher level

              Typical offer range

                 

              As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 40 points overall.

              Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

                 

              For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

              Additional Mathematics support

                

              We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

              Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

              Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

              Advanced Placements

              The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

              If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

              Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

              Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

              • 5 in Calculus BC
              • 5 in Physics C (Mechanics)
              • 5 in another subject (see third subject below)

              Third subject

              • Biology
              • Chemistry
              • Environmental Science
              • Macroeconomics
              • Microeconomics
              • Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
              • Statistics
              Additional Mathematics support

               

              We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

              Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

              Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

              English language requirement (all applicants)

              All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

              For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

              How to apply

                

              The MEng Mechanical Engineering with nuclear Engineering  by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

              We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

                

              Documentation required

              Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

              Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

              • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
              • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
              • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
              • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

              If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

              After you apply

              After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

              Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

              You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

              • You may be offered a place unconditionally
              • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
              • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
                View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
              Terms and conditions of admissions

              • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

                Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

              MEng Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering and a Year in Industry

              MEng Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering and a Year in Industry

              by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

              Course Overview

               

              Overview

              Our Mechanical Engineering degrees emphasise the development of skills needed by the twenty-first century graduate engineer:

              • imagination
              • creativity
              • intellectual agility
              • the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

              Study programme

               

              All of our Mechanical Engineering courses start with the same two core years of intensive engineering science. You attend lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions in areas including:

              • thermofluids
              • materials
              • mechanics
              • mechatronics
              • stress analysis
              • design

              You practise sketching by hand, use computeraided design (CAD) to produce solid models and industry-standard technical drawings, and create the blueprints for your own designs.

              You also develop your manufacturing skills in hands-on workshop sessions, and bring your designs to life through a ‘design, make and test’ group project.

               

               

              Specialist modules in nuclear engineering

               

              Specialist teaching delivered by the Departments of Chemical Engineering, Materials and Mechanical Engineering in years three and four cover topics such as an introduction to nuclear energy, nuclear chemical engineering, nuclear materials, thermodynamics and energy, and nuclear reactor physics. This course provides a foundation for employment in nuclear or related industries.

                 

              Industry links

               

              We intensively engage with industry to ensure that our courses are relevant to the profession.

              You will also benefit from access to facilities and equipment that match those used in industry. These include Instron machines for testing the strength of engineering materials, and microcontroller kits for testing the performance of mechatronic systems.

               

              Student teaching workshop

               

              Our teaching facilities are complemented by our exceptionally well-equipped student workshop, which contains both manual and CNC subtractive and additive manufacture machine tools. You will use these extensively in the manufacture and assembly of your project work, using a wide variety of materials.

               

              Transfer between courses

               

              All students should apply initially to MEng Mechanical Engineering.

               

              Transfer during the second or third year

               

              • MEng Mechanical with Nuclear Engineering
              • MEng Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering and a Year in Industry

              Transfer at the end of the third year

               

              • • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

              Transfer during the fourth year

               

              • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry
              • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad
                Duration

                5 years

                full-time

                ECTS: 300

                Careers

                Our close industry links ensure that many graduates leave Northampton with jobs already lined up.

                Formula One and related industries are popular destinations for our graduates.

                The chance to specialise in nuclear engineering is also good preparation for an industry poised for future expansion.

                The technical and management skills of the discipline are equally valued in consultancy, finance and project management.

                Recent graduates of the Department have become:

                • Mechanical Engineer, European Space Agency
                • Graduate Nuclear Engineer, EDF Energy
                • Vehicle Dynamics and Simulation Engineer, Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team
                • Well Engineer, Shell USA
                • Actuarial Analyst, Deloitte
                Related departments

                You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

                 

                • Aeronautics
                • Biomedical Science (Medical Biosciences)
                • Civil and Environmental Engineering
                • Mathematics

                Teaching and assessment

                Teaching

                You can expect to be taught in lectures, by problem sheets, in tutorials, through workshop training and laboratory work.

                You will complete group practical exercises, a literature research project, a group design project and research project.

                 

                 

                Teaching, independent study and placement hours

                  

                Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
                Lectures, seminars and similar 635 hours 526 hours Industry 222 hours 208 hours
                Independent study 980 hours 1,024 hours Industry 1,278 hours 1,292 hours
                Placement – – Industry – –
                Based on the typical pathway through the course
                Assessment

                You will experience a variety of assessment methods, and can expect to mostly sit written examinations and complete coursework assignments.

                 

                Assessment types

                Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
                Coursework 28% 24% Industry 48% 37%
                Practical 2% 1% Industry 3% –
                Written 70% 74% Industry 49% 63%
                Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number
                Staff expertise

                At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

                You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

                Professional accreditation

                The degree is professionally accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.

                Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

                A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

                Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

                Our accreditation agreement with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers is renewed every five years.

                The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2017–18 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

                Associateship

                As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

                The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

                Compare this course

                See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

                The Unistats website uses official data which we provide about all of our undergraduate courses that have a USA code. This information is published by the Higher Education Funding Council on the Unistats website to help you compare similar courses at different institutions.

                Because acceptance onto this course is via in-course transfer, it does not have its own Unistats page. However, there is a high degree of overlap with the main degree in this Department so we encourage you to use the Unistats data for that degree.

                Structure

                   

                Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

                Year 1

                Core modules

                 

                • Design and Manufacture 1
                • Fluid Dynamics 1
                • Materials 1
                • Mathematics and Computing
                • Mechanics 1
                • Mechatronics 1
                • Professional Engineering Skills 1
                • Stress Analysis 1
                • Thermodynamics 1
                Year 2

                Core modules

                 

                • Design and Manufacture 2
                • Dynamics
                • Fluid Mechanics 2
                • Heat Transfer
                • Materials 2
                • Mathematics and Computing 2
                • Mechatronics 2
                • Professional Engineering Skills 2
                • Stress Analysis 2
                • Thermodynamics 2
                Year in Industry

                You spend this year on an industrial placement.

                Year 4

                Core modules

                   

                • Design, Make and Test Project
                • Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
                • Fluid Mechanics 3 or Thermodynamics 3
                • Nuclear Chemical Engineering
                • Professional Engineering Skills 3
                • Stress Analysis 3 or Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics

                Optional modules

                   

                Group 1

                   

                You choose two modules from the list below.

                • Computational Continuum Mechanics
                • Embedded C for Microcontrollers
                • Finite Element Analysis and Applications
                • Machine Dynamics and Vibrations
                • Mathematics 3
                • Mechatronics 3
                • Statistics
                • Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymers
                • System Design and Optimisation
                • Tribology

                You also have the option of choosing from the modules below (if not taken as core modules):

                • Fluid Mechanics 3
                • Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics
                • Stress Analysis 3
                • Thermodynamics 3
                Year 5

                Core module

                    

                • Individual Project
                • Nuclear Materials
                • Nuclear Reactor Physics
                • Nuclear Thermal Hydraulics

                Optional modules

                   

                Group 1

                 

                You choose two optional modules from below.

                • Advanced Control
                • Advanced Stress Analysis
                • Applied Vibration Engineering
                • Combustion
                • Computational Continuum Mechanics
                • Computational Fluid Dynamics
                • Embedded C for Microcontrollers
                • Finite Element Analysis and Applications
                • Interfacing and Data Processing
                • Mathematics 3
                • Statistics
                • Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymers
                • System Design and Optimisation
                • Tribology
                Group 2

                   

                You choose one optional module from below.

                • Aircraft Engine Technology
                • Metal Processing Technology
                • Future Clean Transport Technology
                • Mechanical Transmissions

                Entry requirements

                       

                We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

                For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

                We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

                A-levels

                Minimum entry standards

                  

                Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A or A*AAA overall, to include:

                Three A-levels

                • A* in Mathematics
                • A* in Physics
                • A in another subject (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

                Four A-levels

                • A* in Mathematics
                • A in Physics
                • A in another two subjects (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

                Typical offer range

                   

                As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

                Three A-level offer: A*A*A

                Four A-level offer: A*AAA

                Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

                   

                If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

                The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

                Subject choice

                   

                Mathematics and Physics are required subjects for entry. For your third (and fourth if applicable) A-level we consider most other subjects, although some are unlikely to form part of your offer, such as a foreign language if you are a native speaker of that language. General Studies and Critical Thinking are also not accepted.

                We suggest that you make your choices based on your interests and strengths, rather than specifically aiming at entry to our course.

                Further Mathematics

                   

                Further Mathematics A-level is useful, but not an essential requirement for entry.

                As Mathematics is the largest module in our first and second year, students who have taken Further Mathematics have less new material to study.

                In recent years, about ten percent of our cohort have taken a combination of A-levels which does not include Further Mathematics.

                If you are not taking Further Mathematics, you may consider studying relevant topics independently.

                Additional Mathematics support

                   

                Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

                This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

                Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                International Baccalaureate

                Minimum entry standards

                   

                Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 40 points overall, to include:

                • 6 in Mathematics at higher level
                • 6 in Physics at higher level
                • 6 in another subject at higher level

                Typical offer range

                   

                As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 40 points overall.

                Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

                   

                For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

                Additional Mathematics support

                  

                We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

                Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

                Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                Advanced Placements

                The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

                If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

                Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

                Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

                • 5 in Calculus BC
                • 5 in Physics C (Mechanics)
                • 5 in another subject (see third subject below)

                Third subject

                • Biology
                • Chemistry
                • Environmental Science
                • Macroeconomics
                • Microeconomics
                • Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
                • Statistics
                Additional Mathematics support

                 

                We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

                Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

                Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                English language requirement (all applicants)

                All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

                For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

                How to apply

                  

                The MEng Mechanical Engineering with nuclear and a Year in Industry  by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

                We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

                  

                Documentation required

                Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

                Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

                • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
                • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
                • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
                • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

                If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

                After you apply

                After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

                Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

                You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

                • You may be offered a place unconditionally
                • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
                • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
                  View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
                Terms and conditions of admissions

                • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

                  Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

                MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad

                MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad

                by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

                Course Overview

                 

                Overview

                Our Mechanical Engineering degrees emphasise the development of skills needed by the twenty-first century graduate engineer:

                • imagination
                • creativity
                • intellectual agility
                • the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

                Study programme

                 

                All of our Mechanical Engineering courses start with the same two core years of intensive engineering science. You attend lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions in areas including:

                • thermofluids
                • materials
                • mechanics
                • mechatronics
                • stress analysis
                • design

                You practise sketching by hand, use computeraided design (CAD) to produce solid models and industry-standard technical drawings, and create the blueprints for your own designs.

                You also develop your manufacturing skills in hands-on workshop sessions, and bring your designs to life through a ‘design, make and test’ group project.

                Year three is mostly made up of elective study.

                The elective technical modules cover some of our key research areas such as tribology and combustion, as well as solid mechanics, thermofluids, robotics and nuclear energy.

                The non-technical modules can be as diverse as design, art and creativity, or business economics (delivered online by Northampton College Business School).

                 

                Year Abroad

                 

                You have the chance to spend your fourth year on an integrated year abroad, with the grades you achieve counting directly towards your Northampton degree.

                We currently have exchange arrangements with universities in Australia, Singapore or the USA. Competition for these places is very high as there is usually only one place available in each country. Placements are also currently available in France, Germany, Switzerland or the Netherlands via the Erasmus scheme.

                Teaching at our European partners is in the host language (except the Netherlands where teaching is in English) so an acceptable proficiency in the language of your chosen host country is a requirement of selection – we will provide access to the learning resources you need to develop your language skills during the course.

                Limited places mean competition for placements is strong and selection cannot be guaranteed. Normally only students who are achieving marks of 65% and above at the time of selection can apply to spend their fourth year at one of our partner universities.

                   

                Industry links

                 

                We intensively engage with industry to ensure that our courses are relevant to the profession.

                You will also benefit from access to facilities and equipment that match those used in industry. These include Instron machines for testing the strength of engineering materials, and microcontroller kits for testing the performance of mechatronic systems.

                 

                Student teaching workshop

                 

                Our teaching facilities are complemented by our exceptionally well-equipped student workshop, which contains both manual and CNC subtractive and additive manufacture machine tools. You will use these extensively in the manufacture and assembly of your project work, using a wide variety of materials.

                 

                Transfer between courses

                 

                All students should apply initially to MEng Mechanical Engineering.

                 

                Transfer during the second or third year

                 

                • MEng Mechanical with Nuclear Engineering
                • MEng Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering and a Year in Industry

                 

                Transfer at the end of the third year

                 

                • • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

                Transfer during the fourth year

                 

                • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry
                • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad
                Duration

                5 years

                full-time

                ECTS: 300

                Careers

                Our close industry links ensure that many graduates leave Northampton with jobs already lined up.

                Formula One and related industries are popular destinations for our graduates.

                The chance to specialise in nuclear engineering is also good preparation for an industry poised for future expansion.

                The technical and management skills of the discipline are equally valued in consultancy, finance and project management.

                Recent graduates of the Department have become:

                • Mechanical Engineer, European Space Agency
                • Graduate Nuclear Engineer, EDF Energy
                • Vehicle Dynamics and Simulation Engineer, Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team
                • Well Engineer, Shell USA
                • Actuarial Analyst, Deloitte
                Related departments

                You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

                 

                • Aeronautics
                • Biomedical Science (Medical Biosciences)
                • Civil and Environmental Engineering
                • Mathematics

                Teaching and assessment

                Teaching

                You can expect to be taught in lectures, by problem sheets, in tutorials, through workshop training and laboratory work.

                You will complete group practical exercises, a literature research project, a group design project and research project.

                 

                Teaching, independent study and placement hours

                 

                Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
                Lectures, seminars and similar 635 hours 526 hours 218 hours –
                Independent study 980 hours 1,049 hours 1,282 hours –
                Placement – – – 1,500 hours
                Based on the typical pathway through the course
                Assessment

                You will experience a variety of assessment methods, and can expect to mostly sit written examinations and complete coursework assignments.

                 

                Assessment types

                 

                Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
                Coursework 28% 24% Industry 48% Variable
                Practical 2% 1% Industry 3% Variable
                Written 70% 75% Industry 49% Variable
                Staff expertise

                At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

                You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

                Professional accreditation

                The degree is professionally accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.

                Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

                A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

                Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

                Our accreditation agreement with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers is renewed every five years.

                The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2017–18 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

                Associateship

                As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

                The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

                Compare this course

                See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

                The Unistats website uses official data which we provide about all of our undergraduate courses that have a USA code. This information is published by the Higher Education Funding Council on the Unistats website to help you compare similar courses at different institutions.

                Because acceptance onto this course is via in-course transfer, it does not have its own Unistats page. However, there is a high degree of overlap with the main degree in this Department so we encourage you to use the Unistats data for that degree.

                Structure

                   

                Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

                Year 1

                Core modules

                 

                • Design and Manufacture 1
                • Fluid Dynamics 1
                • Materials 1
                • Mathematics and Computing
                • Mechanics 1
                • Mechatronics 1
                • Professional Engineering Skills 1
                • Stress Analysis 1
                • Thermodynamics 1
                Year 2

                Core modules

                 

                • Design and Manufacture 2
                • Dynamics
                • Fluid Mechanics 2
                • Heat Transfer
                • Materials 2
                • Mathematics and Computing 2
                • Mechatronics 2
                • Professional Engineering Skills 2
                • Stress Analysis 2
                • Thermodynamics 2
                Year in Industry

                You spend this year on an industrial placement.

                Year 4

                Core modules

                   

                • Design, Make and Test Project
                • Fluid Mechanics 3 or Thermodynamics 3
                • Professional Engineering Skills 3
                • Stress Analysis 3 or Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics

                Optional modules

                   

                Group 1

                   

                You choose four modules from the list below.

                • Computational Continuum Mechanics
                • Embedded C for Microcontrollers
                • Finite Element Analysis and Applications
                • Introduction to Nuclear Energy
                • Machine Dynamics and Vibrations
                • Mathematics 3
                • Mechatronics 3
                • Statistics
                • Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymers
                • System Design and Optimisation
                • Tribology

                You also have the option of choosing from the modules below (if not taken as core modules):

                • Fluid Mechanics 3
                • Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics
                • Stress Analysis 3
                • Thermodynamics 3
                  Group 2

                     

                  You choose one optional module from below.

                  • Manufacturing Technology and Management
                  • Technology, Business and the Market
                    Year Abroad

                    You spend this year studying at a leading university in Australia, Singapore or the USA, or via the Erasmus scheme in France, Germany, Switzerland or the Netherlands.

                    While abroad, you will undertake a combination of classes and a project – in France this may be undertaken in industry. The grades you achieve during this year will count directly towards your Northampton degree.

                    Limited places means competition for some placements is strong so only students who are on track for a mid-2:1 or higher(at least 65%) by the time of selection in year three will be eligible. If you are unsuccessful in gaining a year abroad placement you will continue on the standard course (H301).

                    This department is taking part in the Northampton College London–Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) student exchange pilot. Find out more about the study abroad opportunities that will be created through this two-year pilot, which launched in 2018.

                    Entry requirements

                           

                    We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

                    For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

                    We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

                    A-levels

                    Minimum entry standards

                      

                    Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A or A*AAA overall, to include:

                    Three A-levels

                    • A* in Mathematics
                    • A* in Physics
                    • A in another subject (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

                    Four A-levels

                    • A* in Mathematics
                    • A in Physics
                    • A in another two subjects (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

                    Typical offer range

                       

                    As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

                    Three A-level offer: A*A*A

                    Four A-level offer: A*AAA

                    Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

                       

                    If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

                    The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

                    Subject choice

                       

                    Mathematics and Physics are required subjects for entry. For your third (and fourth if applicable) A-level we consider most other subjects, although some are unlikely to form part of your offer, such as a foreign language if you are a native speaker of that language. General Studies and Critical Thinking are also not accepted.

                    We suggest that you make your choices based on your interests and strengths, rather than specifically aiming at entry to our course.

                    Further Mathematics

                       

                    Further Mathematics A-level is useful, but not an essential requirement for entry.

                    As Mathematics is the largest module in our first and second year, students who have taken Further Mathematics have less new material to study.

                    In recent years, about ten percent of our cohort have taken a combination of A-levels which does not include Further Mathematics.

                    If you are not taking Further Mathematics, you may consider studying relevant topics independently.

                    Additional Mathematics support

                       

                    Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

                    This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

                    Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                    International Baccalaureate

                    Minimum entry standards

                       

                    Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 40 points overall, to include:

                    • 6 in Mathematics at higher level
                    • 6 in Physics at higher level
                    • 6 in another subject at higher level

                    Typical offer range

                       

                    As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 40 points overall.

                    Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

                       

                    For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

                    Additional Mathematics support

                      

                    We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

                    Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

                    Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                    Advanced Placements

                    The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

                    If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

                    Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

                    Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

                    • 5 in Calculus BC
                    • 5 in Physics C (Mechanics)
                    • 5 in another subject (see third subject below)

                    Third subject

                    • Biology
                    • Chemistry
                    • Environmental Science
                    • Macroeconomics
                    • Microeconomics
                    • Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
                    • Statistics
                    Additional Mathematics support

                     

                    We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

                    Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

                    Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                    English language requirement (all applicants)

                    All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

                    For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

                    How to apply

                      

                    The MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad  by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

                    We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

                      

                    Documentation required

                    Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

                    Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

                    • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
                    • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
                    • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
                    • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

                    If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

                    After you apply

                    After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

                    Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

                    You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

                    • You may be offered a place unconditionally
                    • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
                    • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
                      View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
                    Terms and conditions of admissions

                    • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

                      Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

                    MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

                    MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

                    by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

                    Course Overview

                     

                    Overview

                    Our Mechanical Engineering degrees emphasise the development of skills needed by the twenty-first century graduate engineer:

                    • imagination
                    • creativity
                    • intellectual agility
                    • the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

                    Study programme

                     

                    All of our Mechanical Engineering courses start with the same two core years of intensive engineering science. You attend lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions in areas including:

                    • thermofluids
                    • materials
                    • mechanics
                    • mechatronics
                    • stress analysis
                    • design

                    You practise sketching by hand, use computeraided design (CAD) to produce solid models and industry-standard technical drawings, and create the blueprints for your own designs.

                    You also develop your manufacturing skills in hands-on workshop sessions, and bring your designs to life through a ‘design, make and test’ group project.

                    Year three is mostly made up of elective study.

                    The elective technical modules cover some of our key research areas such as tribology and combustion, as well as solid mechanics, thermofluids, robotics and nuclear energy.

                    The non-technical modules can be as diverse as design, art and creativity, or business economics (delivered online by Northampton College Business School).

                     

                    Year Abroad

                     

                    You have the chance to spend your fourth year on an integrated year abroad, with the grades you achieve counting directly towards your Northampton degree.

                    We currently have exchange arrangements with universities in Australia, Singapore or the USA. Competition for these places is very high as there is usually only one place available in each country. Placements are also currently available in France, Germany, Switzerland or the Netherlands via the Erasmus scheme.

                    Teaching at our European partners is in the host language (except the Netherlands where teaching is in English) so an acceptable proficiency in the language of your chosen host country is a requirement of selection – we will provide access to the learning resources you need to develop your language skills during the course.

                    Limited places mean competition for placements is strong and selection cannot be guaranteed. Normally only students who are achieving marks of 65% and above at the time of selection can apply to spend their fourth year at one of our partner universities.

                       

                    Industry links

                     

                    We intensively engage with industry to ensure that our courses are relevant to the profession.

                    You will also benefit from access to facilities and equipment that match those used in industry. These include Instron machines for testing the strength of engineering materials, and microcontroller kits for testing the performance of mechatronic systems.

                     

                    Student teaching workshop

                     

                    Our teaching facilities are complemented by our exceptionally well-equipped student workshop, which contains both manual and CNC subtractive and additive manufacture machine tools. You will use these extensively in the manufacture and assembly of your project work, using a wide variety of materials.

                     

                    Transfer between courses

                     

                    All students should apply initially to MEng Mechanical Engineering.

                     

                    Transfer during the second or third year

                     

                    • MEng Mechanical with Nuclear Engineering
                    • MEng Mechanical Engineering with Nuclear Engineering and a Year in Industry

                     

                    Transfer at the end of the third year

                     

                    • • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

                     

                    Transfer during the fourth year

                     

                    • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry
                    • MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry and a Year Abroad

                    If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

                    Duration

                    4 years

                    full-time

                    ECTS: 240

                    Careers

                    Our close industry links ensure that many graduates leave Northampton with jobs already lined up.

                    Formula One and related industries are popular destinations for our graduates.

                    The chance to specialise in nuclear engineering is also good preparation for an industry poised for future expansion.

                    The technical and management skills of the discipline are equally valued in consultancy, finance and project management.

                    Recent graduates of the Department have become:

                    • Mechanical Engineer, European Space Agency
                    • Graduate Nuclear Engineer, EDF Energy
                    • Vehicle Dynamics and Simulation Engineer, Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team
                    • Well Engineer, Shell USA
                    • Actuarial Analyst, Deloitte
                    Related departments

                    You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

                     

                    • Aeronautics
                    • Biomedical Science (Medical Biosciences)
                    • Civil and Environmental Engineering
                    • Mathematics

                    Teaching and assessment

                    Teaching

                    You can expect to be taught in lectures, by problem sheets, in tutorials, through workshop training and laboratory work.

                    You will complete group practical exercises, a literature research project, a group design project and research project.

                     

                    Teaching, independent study and placement hours

                     

                    Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
                    Lectures, seminars and similar 635 hours 526 hours 218 hours –
                    Independent study 980 hours 1,024 hours 1,282 hours –
                    Placement – – – 1,500 hours
                    Based on the typical pathway through the course
                    Assessment

                    You will experience a variety of assessment methods, and can expect to mostly sit written examinations and complete coursework assignments.

                     

                    Assessment types

                     

                    Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
                    Coursework 28% 24% 48% Variable
                    Practical 2% 1% 3% Variable
                    Written 70% 75% 49% Variable
                    Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number

                    * Dependent on the syllabus at the partner university during your year abroad.

                    Staff expertise

                    At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

                    You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

                    Professional accreditation

                    The degree is professionally accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.

                    Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s UK-SPEC

                    A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

                    Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

                    Our accreditation agreement with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers is renewed every five years.

                    The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2017–18 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

                    Associateship

                    As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

                    The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

                    Compare this course

                    See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

                    The Unistats website uses official data which we provide about all of our undergraduate courses that have a USA code. This information is published by the Higher Education Funding Council on the Unistats website to help you compare similar courses at different institutions.

                    Because acceptance onto this course is via in-course transfer, it does not have its own Unistats page. However, there is a high degree of overlap with the main degree in this Department so we encourage you to use the Unistats data for that degree.

                    Structure

                       

                    Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

                    Year 1

                    Core modules

                     

                    • Design and Manufacture 1
                    • Fluid Dynamics 1
                    • Materials 1
                    • Mathematics and Computing
                    • Mechanics 1
                    • Mechatronics 1
                    • Professional Engineering Skills 1
                    • Stress Analysis 1
                    • Thermodynamics 1
                    Year 2

                    Core modules

                     

                    • Design and Manufacture 2
                    • Dynamics
                    • Fluid Mechanics 2
                    • Heat Transfer
                    • Materials 2
                    • Mathematics and Computing 2
                    • Mechatronics 2
                    • Professional Engineering Skills 2
                    • Stress Analysis 2
                    • Thermodynamics 2
                    Year 3

                    Core modules

                       

                    • Design, Make and Test Project
                    • Fluid Mechanics 3 or Thermodynamics 3
                    • Professional Engineering Skills 3
                    • Stress Analysis 3 or Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics

                    Optional modules

                       

                    Group 1

                       

                    You choose four modules from the list below.

                    • Computational Continuum Mechanics
                    • Embedded C for Microcontrollers
                    • Finite Element Analysis and Applications
                    • Introduction to Nuclear Energy
                    • Machine Dynamics and Vibrations
                    • Mathematics 3
                    • Mechatronics 3
                    • Statistics
                    • Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymers
                    • System Design and Optimisation
                    • Tribology

                    You also have the option of choosing from the modules below (if not taken as core modules):

                    • Fluid Mechanics 3
                    • Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics
                    • Stress Analysis 3
                    • Thermodynamics 3
                      Group 2

                         

                      You choose one optional module from below.

                      • Manufacturing Technology and Management
                      • Technology, Business and the Market
                        Year Abroad

                        You spend this year studying at a leading university in Australia, Singapore or the USA, or via the Erasmus scheme in France, Germany, Switzerland or the Netherlands.

                        While abroad, you will undertake a combination of classes and a project – in France this may be undertaken in industry. The grades you achieve during this year will count directly towards your Northampton degree.

                        Limited places means competition for some placements is strong so only students who are on track for a mid-2:1 or higher(at least 65%) by the time of selection in year three will be eligible. If you are unsuccessful in gaining a year abroad placement you will continue on the standard course (H301).

                        This department is taking part in the Northampton College London–Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) student exchange pilot. Find out more about the study abroad opportunities that will be created through this two-year pilot, which launched in 2018.

                        Entry requirements

                               

                        We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

                        For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

                        We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

                        A-levels

                        Minimum entry standards

                          

                        Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A or A*AAA overall, to include:

                        Three A-levels

                        • A* in Mathematics
                        • A* in Physics
                        • A in another subject (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

                        Four A-levels

                        • A* in Mathematics
                        • A in Physics
                        • A in another two subjects (Further Mathematics is useful but not essential)

                        Typical offer range

                           

                        As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

                        Three A-level offer: A*A*A

                        Four A-level offer: A*AAA

                        Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

                           

                        If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

                        The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

                        Subject choice

                           

                        Mathematics and Physics are required subjects for entry. For your third (and fourth if applicable) A-level we consider most other subjects, although some are unlikely to form part of your offer, such as a foreign language if you are a native speaker of that language. General Studies and Critical Thinking are also not accepted.

                        We suggest that you make your choices based on your interests and strengths, rather than specifically aiming at entry to our course.

                        Further Mathematics

                           

                        Further Mathematics A-level is useful, but not an essential requirement for entry.

                        As Mathematics is the largest module in our first and second year, students who have taken Further Mathematics have less new material to study.

                        In recent years, about ten percent of our cohort have taken a combination of A-levels which does not include Further Mathematics.

                        If you are not taking Further Mathematics, you may consider studying relevant topics independently.

                        Additional Mathematics support

                           

                        Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

                        This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

                        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                        International Baccalaureate

                        Minimum entry standards

                           

                        Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 40 points overall, to include:

                        • 6 in Mathematics at higher level
                        • 6 in Physics at higher level
                        • 6 in another subject at higher level

                        Typical offer range

                           

                        As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 40 points overall.

                        Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

                           

                        For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

                        Additional Mathematics support

                          

                        We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

                        Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

                        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                        Advanced Placements

                        The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

                        If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

                        Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

                        Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

                        • 5 in Calculus BC
                        • 5 in Physics C (Mechanics)
                        • 5 in another subject (see third subject below)

                        Third subject

                        • Biology
                        • Chemistry
                        • Environmental Science
                        • Macroeconomics
                        • Microeconomics
                        • Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
                        • Statistics
                        Additional Mathematics support

                         

                        We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

                        Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

                        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

                        English language requirement (all applicants)

                        All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

                        For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

                        How to apply

                          

                        The MEng Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Abroad  by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

                        We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

                          

                        Documentation required

                        Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

                        Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

                        • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
                        • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
                        • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
                        • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

                        If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

                        After you apply

                        After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

                        Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

                        You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

                        • You may be offered a place unconditionally
                        • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
                        • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
                          View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
                        Terms and conditions of admissions

                        • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

                          Northampton University admissions terms and conditions