Why Engineering?
Our courses
We are one of the oldest schools of engineering in the country. Our philosophy is to use research to enhance our teaching.
Why choose a course in
Aerospace Engineering | Civil Engineering | Mechanical Engineering
Over the next four years, the UK will need 96,300 new engineers and scientists just to replace those who are retiring. more
The Engineering Skills Council (Semta), The Telegraph 26 March 2012
Engineering is an essential part of everyday life. Computers, cars, aeroplanes, roads, bridges and medical equipment to name just a few, all owe their existence to engineers. Furthermore there would be no internet, no building, no electricity, no light bulbs and, if you have printed this out, there would have been no printers. All of the above merely scratch the surface of the massive impact that Engineers have had and for every individual product we use the contribution from engineers is vast. Engineers are concerned with research, development, design, testing, troubleshooting, manufacturing and the operation of virtually everything.
Traditionally Engineering is separated into a number of different disciplines: Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Chemical Engineering. Manchester University offers accredited degree courses in all of these disciplines. Future generations will depend on your expertise, and the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering can give you the sound base from which to continue to develop your skills in providing a complex infrastructure for a modern society.
Graduate employment
The employability rate for our 2011 Engineering graduates is high
- 86% Aerospace Engineering and
- 85% Mechanical and Civil Engineering
in full time graduate work six months after graduation. Unistats 2011.
Industrial Heritage
The University of Manchester combines high academic standards with the quality of life as a student in a city with rich industrial heritage and vibrant present. It is the most popular university in the country.
Take a guided tour of Civil Engineering sites in Manchester.
Will it be all work no play?
After a hard day's study, going out and having fun is what student life is all about.
Manchester is a lively city buzzing with events, cinemas, clubs and bars (often with great student discounts and special offers), so you'll never be short of things to do.