Engineering (Q65)

Open University

Undergraduate BEng (Hon) Distance learning 6 Years Engineering and technology

About this course

This general engineering qualification fulfils the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer status. In addition, the combination of this degree and an accredited MSc meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Engineering is a creative and analytical subject. You’ll develop the skills, techniques, and knowledge professional engineers need and learn the underpinning science and mathematics. The course has a common core with routes to suit your interests. You’ll work on real-life projects to create innovative solutions to challenging problems, teaming up with other students and working individually on your own projects.

Key features of the course

  • Accredited on behalf of the Engineering Council – see Careers

  • Gain the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng)

  • Take part in individual and team-based projects, practical activities and remote access experiments

  • Move to a different engineering qualification if your aspirations change, even after you’ve started

  • Choose from a broad engineering route and six specialist routes

  • Develop your employability skills, including personal and professional development planning
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    6 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Engineering and technology