Foundation Programme: Design Engineering,Foundation Programme

What we will provide
First-class teaching in the UK’s second largest city, delivered by experienced and passionate faculty members who are not only experts in their fields but dedicated to helping you succeed. You will make use of state-of-the-art facilities, including modern computer labs.

We are an Adobe Creative Campus meaning you will have access to top-notch software licenses, including Adobe and Solidworks, commonly used in industry. To find out more, visit here.

It is not mandatory to bring your own device for this course, however if you choose to do so please note will need laptop specifications of i5 or above (or AMD equivalent).

What you will provide
You must embrace a growth mindset, acknowledging that intelligence and success are achieved through effort and continuous learning. You should possess a genuine interest in personal and professional development, being open to challenges and viewing failure as a valuable learning experience within a supportive environment. Critical thinking is a crucial skill for any Design Engineer and you will be encouraged to think creatively, pushing the boundaries of conventional ideas and approaches.

What skills we teach
Hands-on collaborative learning lies at the heart of our programme. Through practical and project-based activities, you will actively engage with course material, working together in teams to tackle real-world challenges. This hands-on approach will enhance critical thinking, problem-solving and teamworking skills, preparing you for the dynamic demands of design engineering.

Progression opportunities
On successful completion of our foundation programme, you will then have the opportunity to transition onto our BEng Design Engineering degree. Graduates from the BEng programme have gone onto successful roles such as CAD technicians, Production Engineer, and Product Design Engineer. Career paths include design engineering, consultancies, project management, and entrepreneurship—an emerging area with promising growth potential.