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Bachelor of Mechanical Maintenance Engineering in Top-up
- Preston, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
One-year BEng top-up for foundation degree or HND holders in engineering.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering in Top-up. Apply subject knowledge to relevant academic or practical questions and communicate informed findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: one-year top-up: mechanical systems reliability
- Materials tribotechnology and surface engineering
- Manufacturing technologies and sustainable manufacturing
- A project.
Career outcomes
- Mechanical maintenance engineer
Curriculum
- One-year top-up: mechanical systems reliability
- Materials tribotechnology and surface engineering
- Manufacturing technologies and sustainable manufacturing
- A project
- options include engineering simulation and project management. Study is full-time over 12 months at the Preston Campus
- With a placement option.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised upper-secondary qualification for your country of study (for example A levels or IB
- Course pages show country-specific grades such as India 60% from all boards
- Nepal 62%)
- Some courses add subject requirements
- An audition
- Portfolio or interview. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent.
Accepted academic background
Recognised upper-secondary qualification by country of study (e.g. A Levels or IB, India 12th-grade boards 60%, Nepal 62%, China senior high school graduation 70%), Some courses add subject requirements, Audition or interview
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 4.5
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 105
- Cambridge 170
- Institutional test 65%
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Qualification Certificates
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements for your country
- The English requirement and the deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Apply through UCAS (institution code C30) or the university online application system. Provide academic transcripts
- English test evidence and a personal statement. Interview or audition only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,750 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Preston Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Engineering and Computing |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
17 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £18,750 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 4.5, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 105, Cambridge 170, Institutional test 65%.