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 on-line 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. The course of study aims to provide you with a transformative experience and opportunity to develop your critical and imaginative thinking and compassionate responsibility.
Entrants on all the BEng Mechanical Engineering courses with Foundation year (Level 0), will develop the core knowledge and understanding of:
- Physics
- Engineering concepts
- Computer Programming
- Maths and statistics
- Materials
- Higher Education (HE) study skills
Each Semester, you will study a selection of modules (2 or 3) from those below covering different areas of Engineering.
Foundation Year Core Modules:
Semester 1:
- The Big Picture
- Fundamentals of Applied Mathematics and Programming
Semester 2:
- Interdisciplinary Communication Skills
- Fundamentals of Engineering
- Applied Science
Upon successful completion of Level 0, you can progress to Level 4.
You might find it useful to explore these resources before starting your course:
Community
Your welcome and induction will be w/c 15th September 2025 - we look forward to meeting you then.
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.
