BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 79, with at least 18 in Listening , Reading , Speaking, and  Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 59.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Coventry University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to undergraduate international students, based on academic merit and financial need. 

Future Global Leaders Scholarship: This scholarship is available for undergraduate and postgraduate students and covers up to 50% of the tuition fees. It is awarded based on academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and leadership skills.

Sports Scholarships: Coventry University offers sports scholarships to students who excel in their chosen sport. The scholarship covers financial support, coaching, and access to university sports facilities.

GREAT Scholarships: Coventry University is a partner of the GREAT Scholarship Scheme, which offers scholarships to students from selected countries. The scholarship covers up to £10,000 of tuition fees.

Coventry University Alumni Discount: Coventry University offers a 15% discount on the tuition fees for international students who have previously studied at the university.

It is important to note that eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and award amounts vary for each scholarship.

Graduates of Coventry University's BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering program have a wide range of promising career opportunities available to them in the manufacturing industry. With a strong foundation in engineering principles, practical experience gained through industry engagement, and a global perspective, graduates are well-equipped to pursue diverse roles within the manufacturing sector.

Manufacturing Engineer: One of the primary career paths for graduates of the BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering program is as manufacturing engineers. Manufacturing engineers play a vital role in the design, development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes and systems. They work on various aspects of manufacturing, including production planning, process optimization, quality control, and cost analysis. Manufacturing engineers may find employment with manufacturing companies across industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals.

Production Manager: Graduates with strong leadership and organizational skills may pursue careers as production managers within manufacturing companies. Production managers are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of manufacturing facilities, ensuring that production targets are met efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining quality standards and safety regulations. They coordinate production schedules, allocate resources, manage staff, and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency. Production managers may work in diverse manufacturing environments, ranging from mass production facilities to small-scale bespoke manufacturing operations.

Quality Assurance Engineer: Quality assurance engineers play a crucial role in ensuring that manufactured products meet the required quality standards and regulatory requirements. They develop and implement quality control procedures, conduct product inspections and tests, analyze quality data, and identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes. Quality assurance engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Graduates with a keen attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement may pursue careers as quality assurance engineers with manufacturing companies, regulatory agencies, or quality assurance consultancy firms.

Supply Chain Analyst: With the increasing globalization of manufacturing operations, there is growing demand for professionals specializing in supply chain management and logistics. Supply chain analysts are responsible for optimizing the flow of materials, information, and resources throughout the manufacturing supply chain, from raw material sourcing to product delivery. They analyze supply chain performance, identify inefficiencies, and develop strategies to improve inventory management, reduce lead times, and enhance supply chain resilience. Supply chain analysts may work for manufacturing companies, logistics providers, or supply chain consultancy firms.

Process Improvement Specialist: Graduates interested in driving operational excellence and process improvement may pursue careers as process improvement specialists within manufacturing organizations. Process improvement specialists analyze existing manufacturing processes, identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and develop and implement solutions to optimize process performance and enhance productivity. They use continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve overall process efficiency. Process improvement specialists may work as internal consultants within manufacturing companies or for specialized process improvement consultancy firms.