BEng Mechanical Engineering with International Foundation

University of Exeter

Combining your preparation studies with your BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree in a single four-year study plan.

If you don't meet the minimum entry requirements for this program, you should apply for the Exeter International Foundation.

Key Information

  • A single study plan, meaning you can apply for one visa for the full duration of the program.
  • Continue directly to Year 1 of your undergraduate degree, provided you meet the academic requirements after the first year of your study plan.
  • Learn how to use software to solve problems and gain practical experience through laboratory work in the university’s electronic and materials testing laboratories.
  • Progress to a UK top 9 mechanical engineering degree (Guardian University Guide 2025).
  • Industry experience is available on mechanical engineering degrees.
  • Recent engineering graduates now work at PwC, IBM, Jaguar Land Rover and Shell.

Course Details

BEng Mechanical Engineering with International Foundation

University of Exeter

Age Requirement

16

All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.
Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.
Class size

20

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

Start Date

15 September 2025

5 January 2026

End Date

15 June 2029

15 June 2029

Length

3T Pathway+ 3Y Degree

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 18,995.00

Accommodation

£ 2,244.00 - 11,328.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 250.00 - 345.00

Lab fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 500.00

Airport pick-up (Optional)

£ 48.00 - 372.00

Social programme (Optional)

£ 50.00

CAS charges (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 25.00

Approximate cost

£ 22,362.00 - 31,865.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2024 – 31 August 2025 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2025 will pay the 2024/2025 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2025, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2025/2026 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Mechanical Engineering-BEng (Hons)

Final level %: 63%

P

English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements