Engineering

Why Engineering at Brighton

The institution’s engineering programs consistently rank among Britain’s best. Its aerospace courses reached the top 10 for teaching quality and academic support in the National Student Survey, while electrical and electronic engineering topped the nation for graduate employment prospects according to the Complete University Guide. These achievements reflect robust preparation: 90% of working graduates secured highly skilled positions within 15 months of completing their studies. Professional bodies IMechE, IET, and RAeS accredit all programs offered here.

Aerospace Engineering BEng(Hons)

This program prepares specialists who’ll work on aircraft, helicopters, drones, and satellites. Students collaborate across engineering disciplines on hands-on projects—building combat robots, rocket cars, and tackling challenges from the international Engineering Without Borders competition. They access modern laboratories equipped with aviation and automotive simulators, wind tunnels, CNC machines, and virtual reality systems. The final year focuses on aircraft design, flight dynamics, propulsion systems, and avionics, deepening technical expertise developed through earlier coursework.

Automotive Engineering MEng at University of Brighton

This integrated master’s includes an additional year at postgraduate level, cultivating management and leadership capabilities. Students work alongside faculty from the Advanced Engineering Centre, where research explores novel engine concepts, electric vehicles, and sustainable fuels. The third year covers vehicle control systems, transport design, powertrains, and sensor technologies. Each student completes an individual capstone project supported by automotive industry representatives, bridging academic learning with professional practice through mentorship and real-world collaboration.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering MEng

The four-year master’s trains engineers who develop and manage electrical systems. Faculty from the Advanced Engineering Centre and the Centre for Personalised and Translational Medicine teach students whose research encompasses digital healthcare, artificial intelligence in wireless communications, and B5G/6G Internet of Everything technologies. Beyond theoretical foundations, students engage in applied work—creating rocket cars and robots while participating in the STEP student laboratory, which focuses on solving contemporary energy challenges through collaborative problem-solving.

Mechanical Engineering BEng(Hons)

This program teaches how to design and maintain mechanical systems ranging from household appliances to wind turbines and industrial robots. Students tackle practical challenges, including combat robot construction and participation in the international Engineering Without Borders competition. The third year features placements at companies where they gain experience required for Incorporated Engineer status. Past cohorts have worked at Triumph, Caterpillar, Rolls-Royce, and Dando Drilling International, building professional networks before graduation.

Robotics and Mechatronics BEng(Hons)

The three-year course develops intelligent machines and automated systems for medicine, manufacturing, transport, and agriculture. Students undertake projects alongside business partners while working in the Advanced Engineering Centre and the Centre for Secure, Intelligent and Usable Systems. They access specialized laboratories with CISCO equipment for cybersecurity and communications, plus simulators and machining tools. Final-year students develop complete projects from business plans through implementation, while placements at Rolls-Royce, General Electric, and National Rail provide exposure to large-scale technological operations.