The academic year at Canterbury Christ Church University is split into two semesters – one running from September to January and a second one from late January to May.
Each Semester you will study a selection of modules (2 or 3) covering different areas of Mechanical Engineering from those below.
Year 1 Modules:
- Computer Aided Engineering
- Professional Engineering Skills
- Applied Mathematics and Programming
- Material Science and Testing
- Integrated Electro-mechanical Systems and Practices
The course integrates the CDIO approach and focuses on practical and applied projects, where possible these will be adopted from industry.
With the focus on practical work and hands-on skill, all modules will make use of the ‘flipped classroom’ model to deliver the elements of the course material. Here you will be provided with structured online activities on the virtual learning environment prior to your classes. As a result, your class time can focus on group activities, group problem-solving work and formative feedback to scaffold your learning and personalised support.
This means that you get to spend more time “doing science”, something that makes learning more effective and exciting.
The Mechanical Engineering team at Canterbury Christ Church University are committed to developing you to be a graduate who is intellectually curious, skilled, and ethically engaged with the world and its future.
Before you begin your studies here, we would encourage you to look at the relevant pages of online news sources (e.g., BBC News, The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Engineer) to see the common areas that are being talked about in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
Your welcome and induction will be w/c 15th September 2025 - we look forward to meeting you then.
Community
On the social side, the Student Union (CCSU) has a huge range of clubs and societies – all of which have unique social calendars of their own and offer endless opportunities to make lifelong friends and discover new hobbies. And you can always create your own society and cultivate your own community!
CCSU will be hosting their Welcome Fayre on Wednesday 17th September 2025. Make sure you keep checking the CCSU website for further details and how to get involved.
We understand that you may be nervous about your first few weeks on campus but rest assured - you'll be joining a nurturing and supportive environment where diversity, equality and individuality are part of everything we do.
You can find out more about our welcoming community and making friends here at CCCU.
If you are an International Student joining us then please see our International Student Support pages for further information and guidance.
