Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Distance Learning) (Top-Up) (3 Year)

University of Portsmouth

Undergraduate BEng (Hon) Distance learning (part-time) 3 Years Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineeringMechanical engineering

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Distance Learning) (Top-Up) (3 Year) BEng (Hon) is an undergraduate degree at University of Portsmouth, based in Portsmouth, taught distance learning (part-time) over 3 years.

About this course

Overview
If you have an interest in improving and creating products and want to top up your HND or Foundation degree to a full Bachelor's degree, this BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering top-up degree course is ideal.

Study anywhere that suits you, over two or three years, while learning how to create and improve products that could change people's lives and transform the way businesses operate.

Boost your current career prospects, contribute more to your employer or launch into new areas of engineering and technology, such as 3D printing, robotics and defence.

The content of the course is broadly similar to IET accredited courses offered by the Department, although since the programme is equivalent to a one-year full-time programme, it is not accredited by the professional body. The proposed programme is compatible with similar courses offered in the department and other institutions within the UK.

Course highlights
- Enhance your existing knowledge of engineering science and design fundamentals

- Specialise in subjects such as computer-aided design (CAD), sustainable product development, conservation and quality management

Careers and opportunities
You could use this top up to secure a more senior role if you're planning to stay with your current employer after graduating.

You could also apply your skills to any number of roles in industries such as oil refinery, machinery manufacture and plastics. All engineering roles are listed in the UK Government’s 'skills shortage list' – which means engineers are currently in high demand.

Our graduates have worked in areas such as:

- product design

- manufacturing and installation

- project management

- research development

What jobs can you do with a mechanical and manufacturing degree?

Roles you could go onto include:

- product design engineer

- manufacturing engineer

- application engineer

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

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 (part-time)
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Portsmouth
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering, Mechanical engineering