University courses
University courses
Search degrees, check A-level, IB Diploma or AP subjects, or follow a pathway from school subjects to a career. None of these tools is an offer of a place.
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Move between school subjects, a degree and possible work. A link is not an offer and not proof that a degree is enough for a regulated job.
Choose a branch, then a course.
Selected courseMechanical engineering
GCSE and IGCSE preparation
- English and mathematics
Often expected at GCSE or IGCSE. Grade thresholds differ, and International GCSEs are not automatically the same as GCSEs.
- Sciences
Mathematics and often a science at GCSE or IGCSE are commonly requested for engineering and computing. Grades vary. International qualifications are not automatically accepted as the UK version.
A-level subjects
- Mathematics
Mathematics and physics are the usual pair. Some courses accept mathematics plus another science. Check.
- Physics
Mathematics and physics are the usual pair. Some courses accept mathematics plus another science. Check.
University courses
- Mechanical engineering
Mathematics and physics are the usual pair. Some courses accept mathematics plus another science. Check.
- Electrical and electronic engineering
An alternative or related degree, not automatically an equivalent qualification.
- Aerospace engineering
An alternative or related degree, not automatically an equivalent qualification.
- Robotics and mechatronics
An alternative or related degree, not automatically an equivalent qualification.
Possible careers
- Mechanical engineer
Direct qualifying route. The standard degree route. Chartership is later professional development.
- Automotive engineer
Common route. A usual route. A dedicated automotive degree is an alternative, not a requirement.
- Agricultural engineer
Alternative route. Mechanical or agricultural engineering can both lead in. Check the modules if you want land-based machinery.
- Robotics engineer
Alternative route. Possible with control, electronics and programming options. Robotics or mechatronics degrees are closer.
- Plumber
Related, but not enough on its own. Plumbing is an apprenticeship trade. This degree is not the training route.
This is a possible educational route, not an offer of a place and not a prediction of a job. Direct, common, alternative and postgraduate routes are not the same thing.