BEng ENGINEERING WITH A YEAR IN INDUSTRY
BENG ENGINEERING WITH A YEAR IN INDUSTRY
Engineering at UEA was established through the demand of local industry. This connection permeates the design and delivery of all our programmes – and makes our students’ learning experiences all the richer for it.
You’ll benefit from our connections with local industry right from the start of your course. We’ll give you a taste of the many career paths engineering will open up to you, through meeting role-models, site visits and opportunities for short-term internships and placements. We’ll actively encourage you to develop your networking abilities, and to make the most of your exposure to our industrial contacts. On this course you will spend your third year working in industry, allowing you to gain experience and insight that’s highly valued by future employers, putting you one step ahead of other graduates.
All engineering courses within the School share an integrated programme structure during the first year to demonstrate the potential breadth of the discipline, after which you can elect to tailor the course in Mechanical or Electronic and Electrical or continue to pursue a broad-based approach. We work closely with other UEA Schools including Environmental Sciences, Computing Sciences and Mathematics, so that your learning is informed by a range of expertise.
About
Without engineering, would there be technical innovation? And without innovation, could society progress? Engineers look for questions and seek out solutions. They apply, devise and design. Engineers have an incredibly significant role in shaping the future within what is now recognized as the next industrial revolution.
To prepare for the exciting engineering challenges of this future you could graduate as one of a new breed of highly versatile engineering graduates, possessing the capacity to find solutions to society’s biggest challenges. We aim to produce pioneering graduates, capable of supporting a changing industry through their intellectual flexibility. So we provide you with integrated learning opportunities from the start, supporting the development of hard engineering knowledge and skills, around engineering principles and theories, as well as soft engineering skills such as dealing with clients, team work and connecting with wider stakeholder groups.

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Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.Placement Year and Study Abroad
Graduate with the added advantage of a year’s work experience. On this option you’ll study the same topics as our BEng Engineering students, except you’ll spend your third year working for a company related to your chosen discipline, before returning to complete your degree in your fourth year.
A year in industry is a great way to test out career options, hone your skills, gain real-world experience and make contacts. When you return for your fourth year you’ll be able to consolidate everything you’ve learned.
Using your curriculum vitae developed in first year you will be expected to seek your own work placement and apply to a range of companies. Not only will this ensure that you work within your preferred field, it will also provide you with the essential job-hunting skills you will require after graduation. We will, of course, offer our guidance and support whilst you are identifying and negotiating placement opportunities.
During this year you’ll be supported by an industrial supervisor and a mentor from the University. You and your industrial supervisor will keep in touch during the placement to ensure that it is progressing well, and your UEA mentor will visit you during the year.
Please note that we cannot guarantee you a work placement as this decision rests with potential employers. However, if you are unable to secure a work placement by the end of your second year you will have the option to apply to be transferred onto the equivalent degree programme without a Year in Industry.

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After the Course
As a UEA Engineering graduate, you’ll have excellent career prospects to join the thriving engineering industry. Qualified engineers are highly sought after, plus employability and transferable skills are embedded into our courses from the start, so you’ll graduate with a skill-set advantage that will help you succeed in the workplace.
You will also be well-positioned study for a Master’s degree or PhD. And the STEM capital you’ll have gained could support a successful career in accountancy, law, teaching and finance.
Career destinations
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
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Public or private sector engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Electronic Engineering
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Energy and manufacturing
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Accountancy
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Law
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Teaching
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Finance.

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Assessment for Year 1
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Assessment for Year 2
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Assessment for Year 3
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Assessment for Year 4
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Assessment for Year 1
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Assessment for Year 2
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Assessment for Year 3
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Assessment for Year 4
Our assessment strategies are as varied as our teaching. In acknowledging the individual ways in which you might prefer to demonstrate your learning, assessment patterns are designed to present opportunities for you to shine through a variety of assessments across the programme.
Assessment examples include written work, poster presentations, illustrative sketches and traditional examinations.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Entry Requirements
A Levels
BBB or ABC including Mathematics at grade B and one other Science subject or BBC including Mathematics at grade B and one other Science subject with a grade A in the Extended Project. Science A-levels must include a pass in the practical elementBTEC
DDM in an Engineering pathway. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business AdministrationScottish highers
AABBB including grade A in Mathematics and one other Science subjectScottish highers advanced
CCC including Mathematics and one other Science subjectIrish leaving certificate
2 subjects at H2 and 4 subjects at H3 including Mathematics and one other Science subjectAccess course
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 45 credits at Level 3 including 12 credits in Mathematics and 12 credits in one other ScienceEuropean Baccalaureate
70% including 70% in Mathematics and one other science subjectInternational Baccalaureate
31 including HL5 or SL6 in Mathematics and HL5 in one other science subjectGCSE offer
You are required to have Mathematics at a minimum of Grade B or Grade 5 and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.
Additional entry requirements
Science A-levels must include a pass in the practical element.
A-Level General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes:
BEng Engineering with a Foundation Year
If you do not meet the academic and/or English requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO University of East Anglia offers guaranteed progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:
International Foundation in Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences
International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering
Alternative Qualifications
UEA recognises that some students take a mixture of International Baccalaureate IB or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme IBCP study rather than the full diploma, taking Higher levels in addition to A levels and/or BTEC qualifications. At UEA we do consider a combination of qualifications for entry, provided a minimum of three qualifications are taken at a higher Level. In addition some degree programmes require specific subjects at a higher level.
Students for whom english is a foreign language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Please click here to see our full list.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
Gap year
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
Intakes
This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds.
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
You are eligible for reduced fees during the year in industry. Further details are available on our Tuition Fee website.
There may be extra costs related to items such as your travel and accommodation during your year in industry, which will vary depending on location.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.

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How to apply
Applications need to be made via the Universities Colleges and Admissions Services (UCAS), using the UCAS Apply option.
UCAS Apply is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time Undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom. It is made up of different sections that you need to complete. Your application does not have to be completed all at once. The application allows you to leave a section partially completed so you can return to it later and add to or edit any information you have entered. Once your application is complete, it is sent to UCAS so that they can process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
Further Information
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