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22 Aerospace Engineering 26 Chemical Engineering 30 Civil Engineering
Welcome
02 Be part of our success 05 Why Engineering? 07 Why Engineering at Swansea University? 10 Our location 13 Employability 16 An international perspective 18 Entry requirements
34 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 38 Environmental Engineering 42 Materials Engineering 46 Mechanical Engineering 50 Medical Engineering 54 Product Design Engineering 58 Sports Science and Engineering 60 Foundation Year Engineering
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The University proved to be an excellent base for both studying and celebrating success.
Michael Weberstadt, graduated with a First Class MEng Civil Engineering degree in 2010 and is now completing a PhD in Computational Engineering at Swansea University
Engineering College
Engineering at Swansea University was established in 1920. From our initial beginnings based on local links with industry, we have expanded. We have links with companies and institutions around the world. Some of the most brilliant engineering minds in their fields work here, together with inquisitive students who are prepared to push the boundaries of engineering further. Do you want to be part of a University where engineers are involved in beating the world land-speed record, solving the worlds water shortages or collaborating with globally recognised companies? These are just some of the activities taking place here. Were ambitious and so should you be.
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O ur strong research base means that our courses are kept right up-to-date. We have a well-earned international reputation for innovation of new techniques and ideas in engineering. E ngineering at Swansea University is ranked 8th in the UK, for the combined score in the research quality across the Engineering disciplines, according to the latest Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). The RAE assesses the quality of research in the UK Higher Education sector, assuring us of the standards we strive for. We offer accredited degrees in a range of engineering subjects. For more information see: www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering/ subjects/accredited-status
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Why Engineering?
Engineering The Future
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Do you want to apply maths and science to the real world and actually make a difference? Do you want skills that will keep you in demand for your entire career? Do you want an opportunity to change the way in which we live? Do you want to be in a challenging and lucrative profession? Are you fascinated by the way things work? Do you like solving problems? Can you work hard? Are you creative?
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If you answered mostly yes... then Engineering could be the right course for you!
Engineering is a diverse field. The subjects you could study range from Aerospace, Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Electronic, Environmental, Materials, Mechanical, Medical, Nanotechnology, or Product Design.
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I decided to study Engineering at Swansea University as I have had a longstanding interest in Chemistry and Science in general. Engineering applies science to practical projects. Swansea has a global reputation for Engineering. When I visited the staff were especially welcoming and enthusiastically showed me around their excellent facilities. Currently, I am a Unit Process Engineer at Phillips 66, Humber Refinery, North Lincolnshire. This job directly uses the skills I learned throughout my time at the University. The valuable insight into the industry provided by the tutors in the College of Engineering, when I made my application, was most helpful. I was offered the job whilst still studying, pending successful completion of my degree at an appropriate grade. Ceri James Unit Process Engineer at Phillips 66, Chemical Engineering graduate
We offer accredited undergraduate degrees in a variety of engineering subjects. The accreditation is based on regular, rigorous reviews of our course content and delivery by the Professional Bodies. This means, that after an accredited degree from the College of Engineering and structured industrial training, our graduates can aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status. This gives our graduates valuable experience, whilst adding to their qualifications, status and career prospects.
The accredited BEng degree programmes fully satisfy the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially satisfy the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). A programme of accredited Further Learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng.
The quality and availability of the laboratory equipment and IT systems is much better than anything Ive seen at any other university. Luke Burke BEng Medical Engineering
We are a supportive environment. From our engineering mathematics resources, helping you to succeed in your degree, to careers advisors, assisting you to secure your first graduate job, we aim to help you be successful at university and in your degree. Our staff and students all share the same goal; to be ambitious and achieve their best. The Engineering Staff-Student Committee has representatives from every subject and year group. This gives students the chance to provide comments and feedback about the programmes. Student views really do matter to us and are reflected in course delivery and content. We have strong and established links with industry nationally and internationally. Our knowledgeable academic staff and students are valued by companies to bring a new perspective and insight into the latest engineering developments. Our industrial links benefit you as a student because: close working with industry ensures youre kept up-to-date with industry trends collaboration with industry improves employment prospects practical degree programmes ensure that you are equipped with the full range of skills required to make a major contribution to organisations from day one From our well-equipped modern laboratories, multimedia suites and study rooms, to the creation of the 22 million Centre for NanoHealth, we have the equipment and resources to complement the innovative developments taking place at the College of Engineering.
Here at Swansea there is plenty of access to resources such as specialised labs and brand new cutting-edge equipment. There are laboratories for experimental work in structural mechanics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, nanotechnology, electronics, communication, metallography, chemical processing, geotechnics and materials testing. We offer BEng and MEng degree programmes. BEng degree schemes are of three years duration. The MEng course requires an additional year of study, which is set at a Masters level. The normal entry is to Level 1 (1st year), but if you do not possess relevant qualifications for direct admission to Level 1 you may pursue a Foundation Year. We have active student societies at the College of Engineering and within the University. The Engineering Society is a great way to meet like-minded people, take part in events held during term time and extend your knowledge via talks. You can enjoy socials ranging from pub golf to paintballing or 5-a-side football.
The Swansea University Formula Student team design and build a single-seater racing car to compete against other universities in the UK at a number of events. This on-going competition is highly regarded by the engineering industry since it provides an excellent source of innovative ideas and highly motivated graduates. Find out more at www.formulastudent.com. This year, the Swansea University team was able to develop and build the first successful integration of an engine with turbocharging and continuous variable transmission in the history of UK Formula Student. The car was light and presented a totally new compact packaging. Many of our courses offer the opportunity for a year in industry which can be undertaken in the UK or overseas. The advantages of this placement year are extensive. For example, not only will you gain valuable industrial experience, you are also paid a salary for that year. Currently, the average annual salary is over 15,000. Support and guidance is provided to help you secure a placement, with CV writing workshops, presentations from students and companies, and advice on job hunting and application tips.
Excellence scholarships
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One of my favourite memories of the course is taking part in Formula Student. The invaluable hands-on experience is highly and widely recognised by employers.
I chose Swansea University as it offered one of the few Product Design courses that had just the right combination of design and engineering, while at the same time having a high reputation for its Engineering department and for the University in general. I deliberately chose the Year in Industry option as I had heard about how much of a boost it provides while looking for employment after university. During my placement with Praxair Surface Technologies, I won the 2012 Further Mathematics Support Programme (FMSP) Maths in Work competition, for writing a piece to show how I used GCSE/A Level maths in my work with the company. I decided to enter the competition as it was an opportunity to explore how my studies related to the work I was a part of at Praxair. This year has been an incredible insight into the world of business and production, showing how what I was learning could be applied practically in the real world.
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The campus has a great atmosphere and location. Being situated in the parkland between the City and the Gower, there is so much to do. Some of my favourite memories of Swansea are of the Varsity sport competitions against Cardiff and bonfire nights spent out on the beachfront.
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Employability
Our Engineering graduates are extremely employable and enjoy a very high employment rate. They are good problem solvers with excellent numerical and analytical skills who have been encouraged to think innovatively and creatively. Many Engineering students go on and become world-leading engineers aiming for chartered status. The skills gained through an engineering degree also allow for work in areas as diverse as banking, teaching, law or general management. We do everything we can to support and guide students, whatever direction they want to take. Whatever you want to achieve in life, an Engineering degree at Swansea can help you to get there. Our close links with industry provide a large number of industrial contacts. Students have an opportunity to be involved in practical and research projects with our industrial partners. Students also have the opportunity to work in industry during a year out or during vacations. We receive vacancies from companies who are specifically looking to recruit Engineering graduates from Swansea University. These vacancies are posted on our Facebook page and on College noticeboards. Extra-curricular industrial visits and talks are also organised. They are very important elements of the student experience and development. There are also numerous other opportunities for students to interact with industry. This includes individual and group projects directly linked to companies, industry sponsored competitions and an engineering careers fair. Every year, we organise a number of careers events and activities for our students. An annual Careers Fair is attended by many of the UKs largest graduate recruiters. As you would expect, the University offers a full central careers service with specialist advisors, databases of vacancies and one-to-one appointments to discuss CVs, applications, interviews and career paths. We encourage all of our students to take the opportunity to use these facilities and services. You can find more information about the Careers Centre at www.swansea.ac.uk/careers
From graduates starting their careers, to those who have been working for some years, we caught up with a few of our graduates to hear how studying Engineering at Swansea University helped them get where they are today.
Going to Swansea University was the turning point of my career; making me expect more from myself and instilling a sense of passion and drive that has made me the engineer I am today. Presently, I am working as a Project Manager in the challenging Oil Sands sector in Western Canada and without the knowledge gained studying Civil Engineering at Swansea, in particular Soil/Structure interaction, I wouldnt be here and involved on a multi-million dollar highly technical project. For that I am grateful. Swansea University is a great place and stays with you forever; nearly 10 years after leaving I am still involved with the SU Old Boys Hockey Club even being 4000 odd miles away!
Nicholas David Senior Concept Designer for General Motors in Hollywood, Mechanical Engineering graduate. Nicholas recently launched his Chevrolet TRU 140S in Detroit.
The main reason I decided to study Engineering at Swansea University was that I had always been fascinated by engineering and the various disciplines that you end up learning, from design to aerodynamics right through to some very intricate mathematics. Mechanical Engineering at Swansea University gave me the opportunity to experience several different classes and give me a wide breadth of knowledge. The second reason was due to its location. I was competing in surfing competitions around the country as well as representing Wales in the European surfing championships. You can surf, mountain bike, rock climb down the Gower its just a great place to balance your studies with extracurricular activities. From an academic point of view, it was the standard of teaching. The engineering amenities were also great. I did my final thesis on the aerodynamics of racing cars and aircraft, so having a wind tunnel on site was useful. Being required to work in group environments several times during the course was also good practice for real working environments too. I made some great friends from the group projects. From a social side, meeting so many people from different areas of the country and even different countries was an eye-opener. It brought me out of my shell and I certainly matured a great deal during the course. The great thing about engineering is the various disciplines that make up the course, giving you a great foundation to whatever career path you decide to go down in the future. I went on to specialise in Vehicle Design by doing a Masters course.
Were proud of the success of our graduates. Here is a selection of our recent graduates:
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Delyth Williams Process Engineer at the Phillips 66 Humber oil refinery, Chemical Engineering graduate
Chris Walton Flight Test Support Engineer, Marshall Aerospace, Cambridge, Aerospace Engineering graduate
My time at Swansea gave me four years of fantastic experiences that have served me well in the challenging environment of the oil industry. Not only did Swansea give me the engineering skills required to progress with a career in the oil industry, it also provided me with many key life skills. The department was a friendly close knit group that meant valuable working relationships were developed at all levels including lecturers and senior members of the department. In addition, the department had many extra-curricular activities that students were actively involved in organising and planning from the annual cheese and wine party to the more serious industrial training visits.
Aerospace Engineering draws together the pinnacles of many different fundamental areas of engineering, such as mechanical, material and electrical engineering. Swansea University has an excellent grounding in all of these subjects, which allows Aerospace Engineering students to gain a good working knowledge in these key areas. The breadth and flexibility of the course allowed me to rapidly become a key member of many large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects in my subsequent professional career. The lab work and experiments were particularly useful. A key part of being an effective professional engineer is the communication of thoughts, ideas and concepts to a range of audiences. Undertaking a diverse range of experiments and producing reports about them has stood me in very good stead for my professional career. Swansea has a fantastic social side, and it is very likely that the group you graduate with will later become a valuable professional network.
Lewys Jenkins Development Engineer for Jaguar Land Rover, Electronic and Electrical Engineering graduate
My intention was to study in Wales, and Swansea offered it all! It has one of the most respected Engineering departments in the UK and is a world-leader in research. When I first visited Swansea, I was given a real sense of professionalism which I felt would serve me well in laying a good foundation for working in industry. At Swansea there is a clear feeling of motivation from the lecturers, which, when partnered with the excellent facilities, provides an environment which allows students to achieve their full academic potential. My current role requires the use of the core technical knowledge I gained whilst studying at Swansea, and makes use of engineering management skills in order to deliver projects which are completed effectively and on time. Swansea provided an excellent foundation in engineering, in both technical and management skills. This, combined with the support I received from the Careers department, has allowed me to secure a position on one of the top rated graduate schemes in the country. Studying Engineering at Swansea has given me a promising future, and has provided me with the skills necessary to gain employment in the toughest of economic climates.
Matthew Hill BEng Mechanical Engineering Design Engineer, BAE Systems Submarine Solutions
Osian West MEng Aerospace Engineering (with a Year in Industry) Design Engineer, Triumph Motorcycles
Jessica Matthews BEng Chemical Engineering Nuclear Graduate Planning Engineer, EDF Energy
An International Perspective
We are a truly global engineering College. Our links with institutions and companies span the world. Our international reputation for innovation means that we attract eminent engineers from all over the world, whose input enhances our already global position. Students from over 60 different countries currently study Engineering at Swansea. They chose our College to gain the engineering knowledge to be successful in their future careers. We offer BEng and MEng degrees that are professionally recognised throughout the world due to the rigorous accreditation process by Professional Bodies. Students from outside the UK often join the college at Level 2 of the undergraduate degrees, having studied for an overseas Diploma. We have formal links with many institutions around the world including in Hong Kong, USA, Malaysia, India, China and many more. The international approach doesnt just extend to students from overseas joining Swansea. All students are encouraged to study, work or travel abroad as part of, or alongside their degree programmes. Some students choose to undertake a year in industry after the second year of their studies.
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This year the Top Student prize was awarded to Augustin Egwebe, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, from Nigeria, who achieved extraordinary results (100% in at least one module!) and graduated with a First Class Honours degree. Augustin is continuing at the College of Engineering as a PhD student. We caught up with Augustin after winning the award to find out why he decided to study at Swansea University, his memories of the course and his future plans.
Professor Javier Bonet, Head of the College of Engineering, awarding the Top Student prize to Augustine Egwebe during the Graduation Reception celebrations
Swansea University has a fantastic academic history, with the College of Engineering at the forefront of the many renowned research projects that have gained it worldwide recognition. I chose Swansea because I wanted to be a part of the great innovative research that takes place here, as well as being able to learn from the highly skilled lecturers and researchers. I was also extremely motivated by the collaborations that the University has gained with various industries and companies. The fact that lectures and labs are tailored towards industrial standards also appealed to me. There have been so many memorable moments during the past three years. Some of the best memories come from the year two group design project that offered the opportunity to work as part of a small team to design an electronic micromouse. Having to meet customer specifications and requirements was the main focus of this task. We ran into all sorts of challenges and difficulties but at the end, the project was a huge success. We enhanced our managerial, technical and analytical skills in problem solving that a typical engineer has to face in everyday life. It was valuable experience. At the end of that project, I valued the importance of working as a team; my team may not have won the micromouse contest but the
togetherness, commitment and focus of the team definitely made us winners. With all the skills and experiences gathered in the last three years, I will be continuing with further education. I have been given the honour and opportunity to study for my PhD at Swansea University, due to my excellent performance and dedication throughout this course. I will then become a lecturer, which has always been my dream. The BEng course encompassed various areas which assisted me in way of progress, including the personal development course which enables the enhancement of communications skills. Being able to acquire such skills has given me a great foundation which will help with further studies. Swansea University is a great place to study. The student experience is exciting, enjoyable and interesting. The College of Engineering is well equipped with modern industrial machines and equipment that facilitates learning. It helps to bridge the gap between theory and practical. The lectures are nearly always interactive which gives great hands-on experience and the lecturers are all very friendly and always willing to help. I can honestly say there has not been a dull moment at Swansea University.
Entry requirements
Typical UK entry requirements We welcome a wide range of qualifications such as A levels, the International Baccalaureate, BTEC and relevant equivalents. Typically, A level offers are around BBB for the BEng schemes and AAB-ABB for the MEng schemes. We recognise the individual nature of each application and so the standard offer should be viewed only as a guide. In some circumstances we may make different offers or points offers where appropriate. Typical entry qualifications are 3 A levels including Mathematics (Chemical Engineering requires A level Mathematics and Chemistry. Materials Science and Engineering does not require A level Mathematics). Other recommended subjects include: Physics Further Mathematics Design Technology Chemistry IT/Computing Biology
If you are applying for Level 2 entry, in order to be considered, you will need to have already covered the topics offered in Swansea at Level 1 in a certified qualification, with a high overall score. International Baccalaureate For the BEng schemes, we look for 32 at IB and for the MEng schemes, we look for 33-34 at IB (including good HL marks in Mathematics for all courses, except for Materials Science and Engineering. Chemical Engineering also requires good HL marks in Chemistry). BTEC BTEC students require DDD-DDM minimum including Distinctions in all higher level Mathematical modules. A level Mathematics is also recommended for BTEC students. International and European Union Entry Requirements We welcome a wide range of qualifications, some of the most popular are opposite. If your country or qualification is not listed here please contact us. The table opposite is a general guide. The entry requirements displayed are the minimum requirement for Level 1 entry and may vary according to factors such as the course applied for, the subjects previously studied and the content of an application as a whole. To allow for this variation, where possible, the entry requirements opposite are displayed as a range of scores.
For those without the right qualifications, the College offers an integrated BEng scheme allowing access via an initial Foundation Year. Students with industrial experience and qualifications will be considered on a case-by case basis.
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Level 1 entry requirements We also offer Level 0 entry. Visit our website or contact us for further information on Level 0 entry requirements.
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Reifeprfung / Matura Cambridge GCE A Level Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie, or Diploma za Sredno Spetzialno Obrazovanie Graduation Certificate Zhanke Diploma (possible 2nd year entry), or First Year of an Undergraduate Degree at a Chinese University Apolytirio of Lykeio French Baccalaureate Abitur Apolytirio of Lykeio
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Reifeprfung / Matura English Language Grade 2 / Gut Cambridge GCE O Level Grade C6 IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test
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18 11 15 3.0 1.5 17 18 444 554 Pass Mathematics (compulsory part) with 5 and either M1 or M2 with 4, and pass two other science subjects with 4 75% Pre-University Certificate 12 High School Diploma 14 GPA 2.5 3.5 B 8 Average Grade 3.00 (B) Lower Credit 4 70%
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test French Baccalaureate English Language Grade 16/20 Abitur English Language, provided it has been taken as a Hauptfach / Leistungskurs, and a mark of 10 / gut has been obtained IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test
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Year XII Pre-University Certificate (To be considered in conjunction with the High School Diploma) PAEET* Diploms Par Pirma L mena Profesiona lo Augsta ko Izgl t bu (Level IV) Brandos Atestatas STPM National Diploma Vitenmal Videregaende Opplaering (VVO) Matura Diploma of Technology (from a College of Technology), or Successful completion of the first year of an undergraduate degree at Qatari University Associate Degree Singapore / Cambridge GCE A level Ttulo de Bachiller General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) Higher College of Technology Diploma
Year XII English 65% IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test SPM English Language Grade 6 WAEC WASSCE English Language Grade C6 VVO English Language grade 4 IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test
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GPA 2.5 3.5 BCC AAB 7.5 BCC AAB GPA 2.5 3.5
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test Singapore / Cambridge GCE O level English Language Grade C6 IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part of the test
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OUR COURSES
We offer a range of engineering degrees based on our expertise in the different disciplines. You can find out more about the degrees in the following pages. For the latest information and full list of courses visit our website www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering. Here you will find news, student video profiles and additional information on the course you are interested in.
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22 Aerospace Engineering 26 Chemical Engineering 30 Civil Engineering 34 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 38 Environmental Engineering 42 Materials Engineering 46 Mechanical Engineering 50 Medical Engineering 54 Product Design Engineering 58 Sports Science and Engineering 60 Foundation Year Engineering
I truly believe that an Engineering course at Swansea University gave me an excellent head start in life to build an exciting and rewarding career.
Yousef Alzuhair Manager in the Business Development Department for a Power and Water Utility Company, Mechanical Engineering graduate
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Aerospace ENGINEERING
Industrial visits
There are opportunities in each year of the course for industrial visits to the likes of Airbus, Rolls-Royce and recently the BLOODHOUND SSC Technical Centre.
The BLOODHOUND SSC project, the multifaceted research activities, which all make momentous contributions to major aerospace companies, and the accreditation and liaison with engineering institutions, impressed and motivated me to learn about aerospace engineering at the College of Engineering.
Our Research
Engineers at Swansea are part of the BLOODHOUND SSC Adventure which aims to take the current land speed record of 763mph to 1,000mph. The iconic engineering project aims to excite young people about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. www.bloodhoundssc.com
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Aerospace ENGINEERING
Level 1
Design and Laboratory Classes 1 Engineering Mechanics Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Engineering Analysis 1 Introduction to Aerospace Engineering Strength of Materials Dynamic Systems Fluid Mechanics 1 Thermodynamics 1 Engineering Design 1 Engineering Analysis II
Level 2
Structural Mechanics 11a Circuit Analysis Thermodynamics 2 Computer Aided Engineering Aerodynamics Flight Mechanics Control Systems Dynamics 1 Engineering Design II Experimental Studies Airframe Structures
Accreditation
All Aerospace Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).
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Chemical ENGINEERING
Industrial visits
The course involves industrial visits to various companies such as: Valero, Pembroke Refinery Avalon (AstraZeneca), Bristol Aberthaw Power Plant, Cardiff First Milk, Haverfordwest Creamery Tata Steel, Port Talbot Vale INCO Ltd in Clydach, Swansea
I chose Swansea because of the friendly nature of the lecturers and overall department. I felt that I would receive excellent tutoring both in and outside of lectures, from lecturers who had real experience of industry and knew what a Chemical Engineer does. Furthermore, Swansea University demonstrated that they had good relationships with local companies, with previous students gaining valuable experience during placements in industry. There is a long history of Chemical Engineering at Swansea, and I am very pleased that I studied there. Paul Beer, Chemical Engineering graduate and employed at AstraZeneca
OUR research
Chemical Engineering staff carry out research associated with the Centre for Water Advanced Technologies and Environmental Research (CWATER), the Centre for Complex Fluids Processing, the Systems and Process Engineering Centre, and the Centre For NanoHealth. Students are given the opportunity to complete research projects within these centres. There are also opportunities to conduct research projects in any part of the College of Engineering. The Research Centres have extensive experimental and theoretical expertise and are well equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.
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Chemical ENGINEERING
Level 1
Chemical Process Principles Chemical Engineering Science Chemical and Environmental Engineering Laboratory Heat Transfer Scientific and Engineering Skills Environmental Awareness for Engineers Engineering Analysis 1 Fluid Mechanics 1 Engineering Analysis 2 Chemical Process Analysis and Design Introductory Organic Chemistry Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry
Level 2
Separation Processes Reactor Design Instrumentation Measurement and Control Fluid Flow Statistical Techniques in Engineering Biochemical Engineering Principles I Process Design and Simulation Thermodynamics of Process Design Process Modelling Process and Environmental Plant Operations Pilot Plant Operations
Accreditation
All Chemical Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
Level 3
Safety and Loss Prevention Separation Processes II Process Equipment Design Applied Process Engineering Environmental Engineering Practice Particulate Systems Reactor Design II Engineering Management Energy and Low Carbon Technologies Chemical Engineering Design Project
Students who opt for schemes with a year in industry spend the third year on placement with one of our industrial partners. Recent placements have included: Dow Corning Valero Huntsman Imerys Murco Solutia
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CIVIL ENGINEERING
Industrial visits
As part of the degree, you will attend a series of site visits to experience civil engineering first hand. Some recent visits include: C onstruction of a school in Port Talbot (Contractor: Dawnus) Construction of a learning campus in Penarth (Contractor: Leadbitter) Construction of Childrens Hospital for Wales in Cardiff (Constructor: Interserve)
As soon as I got to the gates at the entrance to Swansea University, I knew it was somewhere special. Id visited perhaps 12 other universities prior to my visit to Swansea, and it was already better than the rest. It was in the middle of a park, it was right by the beach, and it had the right feel; that all important vibe that makes you comfortable in your environment. I was thrilled to discover that the Civil Engineering department was (and still is) the second best in the country for research quality. So, what Id found was, a University that had world class research, excellent teaching, and was a stones throw from the beach. There were only two choices on my UCAS application... Swansea (Civil MEng) and Swansea (Civil BEng). It was Swansea or nothing. The four years I spent at Swansea University as an undergraduate truly were excellent. Lecturers are enthusiastic about what they teach and are always on hand to answer questions.
Michael Weberstadt, Civil Engineering graduate and now completing a PhD in Computational Mechanics at Swansea University
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Course structure
We offer innovative and exciting full-time degree programmes leading to BEng and MEng single honours degree qualifications.
Modules
Below is a sample of the modules that you might expect to study at each level. It should be noted that these do vary from year to year.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Level 1
Civil Laboratory 1 Engineering Sustainability Engineering Mechanics Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Engineering Analysis 1 Strength of Materials Surveying Conceptual Design Civil Laboratory II Fluid Mechanics 1 Engineering Analysis 2
Level 2
Structural Mechanics IIa Reinforced Concrete Design Basic Soil Mechanics Steel Design Statistical Techniques in Engineering Introductory Geology for Engineers Fluid Mechanics II Structural Mechanics IIb Civil Laboratory III Dynamics 1 Engineering Management Civil Engineering Design Practice 1
Accreditation
All Civil Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM).
Level 3
Geomechanics Finite Element Method Ground and Water Engineering Design Superstructure Design Coastal Processes and Engineering Structural Mechanics III Engineering of Foundation Hydrology and Unsteady Flow Civil Engineering Design Practice II Research Project
OUR research
The Civil and Computational Engineering Centre at the College of Engineering, Swansea University is one of the leading centres in the world for computational modelling research, with fundamental advancements in the field first being made over 40 years ago by Civil Engineers here at Swansea. Computational engineering is the development and use of carefully-written computer codes to simulate the physics of a particular engineering phenomenon. This often involves very large-scale mathematics being solved using a supercomputer. Computational engineering is now fundamental to manufacturing, the automotive and aerospace industries, design of civil engineering structures, such as bridges, dams and buildings, oil and gas pipelines, as well as the development of technology for new renewable energy sources, to name but a few. Exciting current research addresses areas such as: sustainable energy, water engineering, fluid-structure interaction, biomedicine and oil and gas exploration.
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What does an Electrical and Electronic Engineering course at Swansea University involve?
At Swansea we offer an exciting range of Electrical and Electronic degree schemes. Students can expect to receive excellent teaching driven by world-class research.
Upon graduating I applied for various graduate jobs around the country with three great offers before deciding to take a role with Sagentia as a Junior Embedded Systems Consultant in Cambridge.
New Scheme
Our BEng and MEng degrees in Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology introduce students to the increasingly emergent specialism of Nanoscience. Students will learn about new nanoelectronic materials, quantum devices and the techniques required to manipulate and characterise these materials and devices. They will draw on the expertise of staff, and utilise the state-of-the-art equipment of the highly successful Systems and Process Engineering Centre within the College of Engineering.
OUR research
The main research areas in electronic and electrical engineering include advanced telecommunications where staff are striving to increase mobile phone coverage and decrease optical fibre loss for high speed internet. The Electronic Systems Design Centre focuses on improving the performance of microelectronic devices such as transistors using novel designs and materials. In the Systems and Process Engineering Centre, researchers are developing sensors that are smaller, more sensitive and cheaper than existing technology, as well as improving solar panel performance.
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Level 1
Digital Design Microcontrollers Circuit Analysis Engineering Analysis 1 Engineering Analysis 2 Instrumentation and Control Signals and Systems Power Engineering 1 Dynamic Systems Analogue Design Scientific and Engineering Skills Functional and Smart Materials
Level 2
Electronic Materials and Devices Software Engineering Communications Electromagnetics Electronic Circuits Power Engineering 2 Control Systems Signal and Systems Semiconductor Technology Practical Circuits Group Design Exercise
Accreditation
All Electrical and Electronic Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). This excludes Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology degrees at Swansea University, which are awaiting accreditation by the IET. Swansea University is an Enhanced Academic Partner of IET.
Level 3
Design Electronics Microwave Circuits and Antennas Speech and Image Communications Quantum Devices IC Design Power Electronics Digital Communications Engineering Management Nanoelectronics Research Project
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Enivironmental ENGINEERING
Industrial visits
Site visits to some of our industrial partners are included in the degree to provide experience with day-to-day operation of process and environmental plants. Examples of industries that our students visit include: Welsh Water AstraZeneca Aberthaw Power Plant First Milk Tata Steel
My future plan is to follow a career in renewable energy and become a Chartered Engineer. Studying at the College of Engineering has helped by giving me lots of career advice.
Nicole Gawne, MEng Environmental Engineering
There is also demand from many other industries and new, small-to-medium enterprises find that they need technical expertise from this discipline to solve process problems and to manage their environmental interfaces.
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Enivironmental ENGINEERING
Level 1
Chemical Process Principles Chemical and Environmental Engineering Laboratory Scientific and Engineering Skills Environmental Awareness for Engineers Engineering Analysis 1 Fluid Mechanics 1 Engineering Analysis 2 Introductory Organic Chemistry Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Chemical Engineering Science Sustainability in a Fragile World
Level 2
Heat Transfer Separation Processes Reactor Design Instrumentation Measurement and Control Practical Environmental Chemistry Engineering for Sustainability Fluid Mechanics II Biochemical Engineering Principles I Chemical Process Analysis and Design Power for Transport, Industry and the Home Process and Environmental Plant Operations Data Analysis
Accreditation
All Environmental Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3). We are also seeking accreditation by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE). Visit our website for the latest accreditation information.
Level 3
Safety and Loss Prevention Water and Wastewater Engineering Environmental Engineering Practice Introduction to Environmental Law for Engineering Particulate Systems Engineering Management Energy and Low Carbon Technologies Environmental Modelling Environmental Engineering Design Project
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materials ENGINEERING
I was lucky enough to gain sponsorship towards my degree from Chevron (a major oil company) so I spent my university holidays working at a refinery to gain industrial experience. I also spent a sandwich year at the refinery between the second and third year of my degree which gave me a lot of relevant experience and helped in the third year of the course for example, Id seen firsthand a lot of the corrosion and metal failure modes we were learning about. A sandwich year teaches you so much and gives you a huge amount of transferable skills. I graduated with a 1st class degree and was offered an immediate position with Chevron, so the placement experience definitely proved worthwhile. Tim Rudd, BEng Materials Science and Engineering (with a Year in Industry)
What does a Materials Science and Engineering course at Swansea University involve?
Our Materials Science and Engineering degree schemes ensure that graduates develop the technical expertise and key personal skills required for successful careers. The course includes specialist subjects on the structure, mechanical performance and functional properties of advanced alloys, polymers, composites and ceramics. In addition to our BEng and MEng degrees, we also have options with a Year in Industry. Industrial experience is enhanced with site visits to Tata Steel, Timet, Ensinger and Airbus.
Career paths include advanced research and development, product design and production management, consultancy and technical marketing in industrial sectors including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, sports, and energy generation. Career destinations of some of our recent graduates include: Design Engineer with MBA Polymers Ltd Materials Engineer with Airbus Applications Engineer with Solent & Pratt Materials Engineer with Rolls-Royce Graduate Engineer with Chevron Operational Specialist with Tata Steel In addition, about 40% of our graduates go on to postgraduate study, normally on funded industry-collaborative places.
OUR research
The internationally leading materials research conducted at Swansea is funded by prestigious organisations such as Rolls-Royce, Airbus, The European Space Agency, and Tata Steel. The Materials Research Centre has pioneered postgraduate degrees that are tailored to the needs of industry and produce top quality research. This successful approach is demonstrated by a research grant portfolio in excess of 40 million. The SPECIFIC (Sustainable Product Engineering Centre for Innovation in Functional Coatings) project is a unique research and development facility consisting of a multidisciplinary, international consortium led by Materials staff within the College of Engineering and Tata Steel. The 20 million project includes a 9.5 million award from the EPSRC and TSB to develop functional coatings to turn buildings into power stations. SPECIFIC is based in a state-of-the-art facility close to the University campus incorporating new laboratories and offices and housing 55 researchers from the University and industry. The EPSRC Strategic Partnership in Structural Materials for Gas Turbines in collaboration with Rolls-Royce is a major initiative designed to extend the capability of existing high temperature metallic systems and develop novel alloys for potential use within a twenty-year horizon (the so called Vision 20 materials). In partnership with Birmingham and Cambridge Universities, this 50 million scheme supports post- doctoral level research and a Doctoral Training Centre with a rolling cohort of approximately 30 EngD and PhD students at Swansea University.
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Course structure
We offer innovative and exciting full-time degree programmes leading to BEng and MEng single honours degree qualifications.
Modules
Below is a sample of the modules that you might expect to study at each level. It should be noted that these do vary from year to year.
Level 1
Design and Laboratory Classes 1 Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Materials Resources Mechanical Properties of Materials Materials Case Studies
Level 2
Functional and Smart Materials Materials Practicals Order and Disorder in Materials Modelling and Simulation of Materials Polymers: Structure and Processing Mechanical Deformation in Structural Materials
Level 3
Fracture and Fatigue Physical Metallurgy of Steels Composite Materials Ceramics Microstructure and Characterisation Engineering Management Research Project
Accreditation
All Materials Science and Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3).
Scholarships
Entrance scholarships worth up to 1,500 available to students with high A level grades (or equivalent). Further prizes and travel scholarships are available throughout the course.
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Mechanical Engineering
Industrial visits
Within the scope of the teaching programmes, the student experience is supplemented by a range of industrial visits. A few exampes of the companies visited include Rolls-Royce, GE and Airbus. In addition to this, on the Year in Industry programmes, students have the opportunity to gain expert advice in CV writing, presentation skills and interview skills.
Mechanical engineering covers the widest range of products of all branches of engineering. The Mechanical Engineer, who needs to be at the leading edge of technology, is probably the most versatile and therefore the most marketable of all professional engineers. Many engineers take on a more managerial role as their career develops.
Formula student
At Swansea University you can design and build a single-seater racing car to compete against other universities. Find out more on page 9.
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Mechanical Engineering
Level 1
Engineering Sustainability Design and Laboratory Classes 1 Engineering Mechanics Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Engineering Analysis 1 Strength of Materials Fluid Mechanics 1 Thermodynamics 1 Engineering Design 1 Manufacturing Technology 1 Engineering Analysis 2
Level 2
Heat Transfer Fluid Flow Circuit Analysis Thermodynamics 2 Computer Aided Engineering Design of Machine Elements Dynamic Systems Dynamics 1 Stress Analysis 1 Engineering Design 2 Experimental Studies Manufacturing Technology II
Accreditation
All Mechanical Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).
I chose the College of Engineering at Swansea University for a few reasons; the variety of courses, the range of modules within the course; and for its reputation as a good place to learn engineering as an undergraduate. I was very drawn in by the professionalism of the staff within the Engineering department. Before choosing Swansea University I was given a tour, in which all staff and students were friendly and welcoming. The facilities are excellent and the resources available are unparalleled. Studying at the College of Engineering is enjoyable and it has made me realise how great engineering is as a subject. I have enjoyed studying engineering so much here that it has driven me to study it to a higher level in the future. It has certainly further ignited my already great passion for engineering!
Richard Pearson, BEng Mechanical Engineering (with a Year in Industry)
Level 3
Finite Element Method Dynamics 2 Manufacturing Optimisation Engineering Analysis 3 Engineering Design 3 Control Systems Fluid Mechanics 3 Engineering Management Mechanical Engineering Practice Research Project
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MEDICAL Engineering
Site visits
M edical physics and clinical engineering department at Singleton Hospital B iomet: a company based in Bridgend that is specialised in the design and manufacturing of joint replacements Clinical engineering department at Morriston Hospital
My semester at Swansea was hands down one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. It was a successful study abroad for me both academically and socially. The professors are eager to help and when I left I felt like I had a very good understanding of the material. Swansea honestly feels like a second home to me and I hope to be back there soon.
Michelle Eifert, from Texas A&M University, recently spent a semester at Swansea University
OUR research
Academics at Swansea work within a diverse range of medical engineering research areas. Examples include the characterisation of bacterial biofilms, which has been used in the development of therapeutic particles for the treatment of cystic fibrosis. In tissue engineering research, academics at Swansea are looking at the mechanical properties of different tissues and the mechanical properties of stem cells. Further tissue engineering research at Swansea focuses on the development of bone implants. Another exciting area is the development of printed electronics and silver containing fibres for the next generation of wound healing dressings. We also have a major project between engineering and a local hospital looking to monitor blood clotting through characterising the visco-elastic properties of blood and how these change when clots form.
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MEDICAL Engineering
Course structure
We offer innovative and exciting full-time degree programmes leading to BEng and MEng single honours degree qualifications.
Modules
Below is a sample of the modules that you might expect to study at each level. It should be noted that these do vary from year to year.
Level 1
Engineering Analysis I & II Introduction to Medical Engineering Instrumentation and Control Fluid Mechanics Strength of Materials
Level 2
Cell Biology and Cell Mechanics for Engineers Computer Aided Engineering Selected Medical Diagnostic Techniques Process Modelling
Accreditation
All Medical Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
Level 3
Implant & Prosthetic Technology Computer Aided Product Design Medical Engineering Group Design project Individual Research Project
I chose Medical Engineering as I liked the way in which the course covered so many disciplines of engineering, from mechanical to electrical, as well as the chemical and biological studies which were fairly new to me. I felt that studying such a range of topics, both individually and jointly, would make the course far more interesting than focusing on a single discipline of engineering. On top of this I felt the advantage of having a wide spread of skills in engineering and chemical sectors improves my job opportunities, especially when considering project management style positions.
Luke Burke, BEng Medical Engineering
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OUR research
ASTUTE (Advanced Sustainable Manufacturing Technologies) is a 27million project, led by Swansea University in collaboration with other universities in Wales. It targets the aerospace and automotive sectors, as well as other high technology manufacturing companies to create sustainable, higher value goods and services and bring them to a global market. Product design and innovation, the manufacturing route, lifecycle analysis and market deployment are a few of their areas of expertise that they bring to companies to assist throughout the different stages of the manufacturing process. Find out more at www.astutewales.com
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Level 1
Engineering Sustainability Design and Laboratory Classes 1 Engineering Mechanics Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Engineering Analysis 1 Strength of Materials Product Design Workshop 1 Engineering Design 1 Manufacturing Technology I Engineering Analysis 2
Level 2
Circuit Analysis Computer Aided Engineering Product Evaluation Design of Machine Elements Statistical Techniques in Engineering Fluid Mechanics 1 Thermodynamics 1 Stress Analysis 1 Engineering Design 2 Manufacturing Technology II Product Design Laboratory 2
Accreditation
All Product Design Engineering degrees at Swansea University are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).
Level 3
Computer Aided Product Design Finite Element Method Manufacturing Optimisation Engineering Design 3 Mechanical Deformation in Structural Materials Engineering Management High Performance Materials and Selection Research Project Product Design Laboratory 3
Students on this course will have a great opportunity to learn world-leading design and modelling software used by the leading international design engineers and corporations.
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Level Three is designed to broaden your skills in, and knowledge of, engineering management, computer-aided design with further understanding of biomechanics, psychology, human nutrition and physiology. You will gain experience of state-of-the-art 3D scanning and rapid prototyping equipment to assist the design process. In the final year project, you will apply your engineering skills to a sports related project. The MEng is a four-year programme, with the first three years identical to the BEng degree. At Level Four, you will broaden and deepen your knowledge of key themes, including: biomechanics, exercise and sport physiology, computational intelligence and data analysis, finite element analysis and computer modelling, design project and management and entrepreneurship.
What does a Sports Science and Engineering course at Swansea University involve?
At Levels One and Two, you will gain a thorough appreciation of design, mechanics, instrumentation and control, materials, engineering analysis, physiology and biomechanics, anthropometry, exercise metabolism, human neuromusculoskeletal systems and sports and exercise psychology. A significant proportion of the sport and exercise science biomechanics and physiology modules are spent hands-on undertaking laboratory work.
and endurance. Understanding fundamentals of sports science and applying engineering knowledge can help athletes go further.
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Modules
Below is a sample of the modules that you might expect to study at each level. It should be noted that these do vary from year to year.
Level 1
Fluid Mechanics I Engineering Design I Engineering Skills Strength of Materials Engineering Analysis I and II Introduction to Biomechanics Human Physiology Instrumentation and Control Design and Laboratory Classes I Human Neuromusculoskeletal Systems
Level 2
Anthropometry Heat Transfer Engineering Mechanics Dynamics I Stress Analysis I Sports Psychology 1 Instrumentation Measurement and Control Computer-Aided Engineering Engineering Design II Exercise Metabolism
Course structure
We offer innovative and exciting full-time degree programmes leading to BEng and MEng single honours degree qualifications.
Level 3
Polymers, Materials and Processing Engineering Design 3 Individual Project Exercise Physiology Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement Sports Psychology 2
Level 4 (MEng only) Entry requirements for Sports Science and Engineering at Swansea University
BEng: BBB at A level (including Mathematics) MEng: AAB - ABB at A level (including Mathematics) We view each application on an individual basis and make a range of offers. For full details on entry requirements, including recommended subjects and other accepted entry qualifications, please see page 18. Computational Intelligence in Engineering Group Project Research Dissertation Entrepreneurship for Engineers Finite Element Computational Analysis Sport and Exercise Physiology Simulation Based Product Design Sports Biomechanics
Accreditation
As this is a new scheme, all Sports Science and Engineering degrees at Swansea University are seeking accreditation by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
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Accreditation
As a student studying on the Foundation Year, dont worry that you will miss out on an accredited engineering degree. You wont. The courses are accredited by a range of professional institutions. Depending on which course you choose, will depend on which Professional Body accredits your degree. The various examples of accreditation organisations include IET, IMechE, IOM3, IChemE, RAeS, JBM and IED.
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Modules
The modules below give an indication of the types of subjects studied during the common Foundation Year. This should be used as a guide as all modules are subject to change as we constantly review our courses. Modules will include subjects in the following areas: Mathematics Key skills for engineers Fundamentals of materials Thermofluid mechanics Engineering science Chemistry Electricity and magnetism Mechanics
Q. Do I need A level Mathematics? A. Students ask us this frequently. The answer is that some schemes do
require Mathematics and others dont. Materials Engineering can be studied without A level Mathematics and can be an excellent choice for those looking for a slightly less mathematical engineering degree. The remainder of the schemes do require Mathematics to A level standard or equivalent. However, our integrated Foundation Year schemes are designed to allow students without Mathematics to study Engineering it just means an additional year of study at university.
Q. Can I choose a year in industry? A. Many of the courses offer the opportunity for a year in industry, which can be undertaken in the UK or overseas. In recent years, students have used this option to work or study in Europe, America and Australia. This will add a further year to the length of the programme. Want to find out more?
If youre a teacher, careers or education advisors, visit our website for more information on the resources available. We are happy to visit schools or colleges and give talks on a range of topics.
If you require any further information about what we have to offer, you can contact Engineering Recruitment and Admissions on: College of Engineering Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP, UK
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