Engineering
Our students work on hands-on projects just like they would in the real world. With collaborative workspaces, leading facilities, and industry-led teaching, we create engineers of the future.
Why study with us
1st in the UK
You’ll be studying at the number one course in the UK for Electrical and Electronic Engineering (The Guardian University Guide, 2024)
Fully accredited courses
All of our courses are accredited by the relevant professional engineering institutions, providing the foundations you need to become a chartered engineer.
Real engineering challenges
Tackle authentic engineering challenges through a range of topical design projects, like a hydroelectric dam, a pop-up health clinic, or an electric car.
Practical projects
Get hands-on with practical projects alongside student engineers from across disciplines, just as you will in the real world, gaining vital skills for your career.
Top 10 in the UK
We are in the Top 10 in the UK for General Engineering (Times Good University Guide, 2023)
Strong graduate prospects
Over 92% of our graduates are due to start a new job or course, or doing other activities such as travelling, 15 months after the end of their course (HESA, 2022)*
I would definitely recommend Cardiff University. I met amazing people who are now lifelong friends, took part in a placement year that helped secure me a graduate role and made life experiences that I won’t forget. I’m now in a full-time job at Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains and enjoying every second.
Courses
Entry year
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Facilities and location
Mechanical and manufacturing laboratories
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur mechanical and manufacturing engineers use our labs to gain practical skills in testing and diagnostics, and they can access a wide range of 3D printing technologies.
Medical facilities
Located in Trevithick BuildingOur Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Facility is a one-of-a-kind centre in the UK, offering students the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects focused on musculoskeletal health.
Civil engineering laboratories
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur civil, environmental and architectural engineers can use our labs to gain practical experiences in such applications as flood mitigation, building integrity and infrastructure development.
Field surveying and testing
Our civil, environmental and architectural engineers develop practical skills in the field, making best use of the Welsh landscape and surrounding areas. Our students learn to work in a team through activities such as surveying.
Electrical power system simulator
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur electrical and electronic engineering students use our labs to get a real feel for working on a power grid, including setting up, running and testing simulations of a modern power station.
High voltage laboratory
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur electrical and electronic engineers use our extensive facilities to improve their understanding of high voltage systems and phenomena, from the National Grid to alternative insulation gases to lightning strikes on aircraft.
Cardiff Racing paddock
Located in Trevithick BuildingWe provide support and facilities for our award-winning Cardiff Racing team to design, build and compete at Formula Student events in the UK and overseas.
Our student spaces
Located in Queen's and Trevithick BuildingsOur student spaces are perfect for studying, group learning and socialising. The Trevithick Library provides IT facilities and information resources for all of our engineering students.
Queen's Buildings
We are based right in the heart of the city with easy access to the town centre, main transport hubs, the rest of the University, student halls of residence and the Students' Union.
Centre for Student Life
Our school is a short walk away from the new home for our Students' Union, student support services and a large selection of shops, restaurants and study spaces.
First year explained
Find out what to expect from year one as an engineering student.
I enjoyed the group projects the most. You work with like-minded people, all driven by a shared passion for producing meaningful work that could make a difference to someone’s life. The knowledge you get is invaluable. I’m now employed as a Test Engineer at BSI – its great!
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Source: Higher Education Statistics Agency, latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019/20, published by HESA in June 2022.
Copyright: Contains HESA Data: Copyright Higher Education Statistics Agency Limited 2022. The Higher Education Statistics Agency Limited cannot accept responsibility for any inferences or conclusions derived by third parties from its data.
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