UK Education Engineering Department

All Engineering degrees include basic subject such as engineering science, mathematics , computing, design principles, materials and finance. It is possible to study a general engineering degrees and then specialized or go straight in to a specialist degree. specialized degrees cover areas such as acoustics, communications, aerospace, control, power, computing, prosthetics, ship and marine, electronic audio, mining and areas connected to construction engineering such as civil and environmental services and construction.

The duration of the course last from 3 to 5 years and lead to a BSc, BEng and MEng. MEng degree usually lasts for 4 or 5 years and covers management training. It was created to provide engineers with the skills needed to manage projects and staff. Only high achieving students are eligible for MEng.

Higher National Diploma or HND is available in specialist areas of engineering. They last 2 or 3 years and lead to engineering technicians careers. These  courses have a heavy emphasis on project works with necessary lectures and seminars.     

Engineering subjects are also available on modular degrees. Some degree count towards professional qualifications awarded by certain professional organisations like The Institution of mechanical engineers and The Institution of electrical engineers.