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Study Engineering in the UK
Planning to study in the best engineering colleges in the UK? Read up
It is the UK’s strong engineering heritage that makes thousands of international students want to pursue engineering from here. With three out of the top ten global universities for engineering and technology-based in the UK, there is more than one reason why studying engineering in the UK is a great decision.
As per an independent study by Technopolis, UK’s engineering research is globally renowned for productivity and technical excellence.
Specialised career choices: With a diverse range of course options, you can choose to specialise in the course of your choice – from Automation and Artificial intelligence to energy and transport
Unmatched faculty: Each institution has competitive and renowned faculty whose focus is to build a strong foundation for you.
Industry associations: Most universities have associations and tie-ups with prominent brands in the industry that helps receive firsthand experience and practical knowledge at its best via various in-built experiential opportunities
Shorter duration: Engineering degrees in the UK are shorter, i.e. just for one year. This means you graduate faster and begin your career earlier than your peers
Accreditations: Most engineering courses in the UK are duly accredited by the engineering professional bodies to ensure they meet the national standards
Popular fields
To pursue a career of your choice, you can choose from a variety of engineering programmes available at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate levels.
1. Civil Engineering
UK institutions equip you with the right understanding of the civil engineering sector, i.e., from statistical analysis and geotechnics to mechanics and hydraulics along with basic knowledge in computer modelling methods to design the best possible solutions.
2. Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering is the application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. Popular sectors of this field include Telecommunication, Signal Processing, Control System and Power System. Specialisation in this subject can provide you with tending insights of the sector, i.e., from microelectronics to large-scale electricity production opening avenues into multiple fields like robotics to smart city energy supply.
3. Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering applies the standards of physical science and materials science for examination, plan, assembling, and support of mechanical frameworks. Popular fields include Automotive Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, and Manufacturing, etc.
4. Computer Engineering
Computer engineering deals with the hardware and software of computers. This includes designing of new computer models and software. Different streams available include Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Computing, Robotics, Computing, and IT.
Apart from these, some other popular fields include Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Petroleum Engineering, Fire and Safety Engineering, Railway Engineering and Marine Engineering.
Eligibility requirements
The eligibility criteria for each course varies with the university. However, the most common requirements are:
For undergraduate: The universities require a minimum of 60% in high school with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as core subjects. Students scoring less than 60% can opt for foundation courses
For post-graduate: Most universities accept students with a minimum of 55% in their bachelor’s degree, but some might also accept students with 50% as well. Students scoring less than 50% can opt for pre-master courses
We recommend that you check the eligibility criteria with the desired institution thoroughly before making your application. You can also reach out to your IDP counsellor for the same who can guide you properly.
Tuition fee
The tuition fee for UG and PG courses also varies from institution to institution and is influenced by university rankings. The higher the ranking, the higher is the fee structure. On an average, the tuition fee may range anywhere between GBP 11,880- GBP 23,760 (INR 12 lakhs to INR 24 lakhs per annum)* for most engineering courses in the UK.
*Indicative
Career scope
The different career options can be Aerospace Engineer, Broadcast Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, Consulting Civil Engineer, Contracting Civil Engineer, Electrical and Electronics Engineer, Engineering Geologist, Manufacturing engineer, Marine Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Computer Engineer, Water Engineer, etc.
The students can earn a median salary of £30,360 to £51,279 (full-time engineering employees), according to Engineering UK. Graduates are employed by large companies, including: Airbus, Aston Martin, Babcock, BMW Group, Jaguar Land Rover, Kier Group, Mercedes, Network Rail, Rolls Royce, Siemens, Thales group, Transport for London, Coca Cola Enterprises UK, Nestle, Unilever, GSK (pharmaceuticals).
In addition, you can alternatively opt for courses like MBA, Engineering Project Management, Construction Project Management, International Business Management and Marketing.
Internship/employment
Having a certain amount of work experience always goes a long way and adds extra weight to your job application. It is a good idea to look for either internships or integrated placements to get hands-on experience in your field.
UK institutions also allow their students to customise their courses to include specialised modules for a deeper understanding of areas.