
Engineering
Engineering is a discipline dedicated to problem solving and improving the world around us. Our students combine science and mathematics with creativity in design to develop new products, processes and structures.
Why study with us
Fully accredited courses
All our undergraduate degree courses are accredited by the relevant professional engineering institutions.
A leading engineering school
We conduct internationally renowned research alongside teaching that places students at the centre of the learning experience.
Making an impact
Our students learn about vital topics such as developing renewable energy and sustainable design.

Cardiff University's School of Engineering is one of the best in the UK for facilities, teaching and research, and my lecturers are well-respected industry professionals. I had the opportunity to complete a placement year at a top engineering company during my degree.
Courses
Entry year

Choosing your engineering discipline
Here at Cardiff University, there are a wide range of engineering programmes for you to choose from. Find out what study in the different engineering disciplines involves.
Facilities and location

Mechanical and manufacturing laboratories
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur mechanical and medical engineers can use our labs to gain practical skills in testing and diagnostics, and they can access a wide range of 3D printing technologies.

Electrical power system simulator
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur electrical and electronic engineering students can use our labs to get a real feel for working on a power grid, including setting up, running and testing simulations of a power system.

High voltage laboratory
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur electrical and electronic engineers can 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.

Civil engineering laboratories
Located in Queen's BuildingsOur civil, environmental and architectural engineers can use our labs to gain practical experiences in water-based designs, such as pipes, and understand and test concrete and its properties.

Cardiff Racing paddock
Located in Queen's BuildingsWe provide support, facilities, and ample space for the Cardiff Racing team to build, design and work on racing cars for the Formula Student event.
Our talks

A taste of studying engineering
Watch our taster lectures to get a taste of our approach to teaching and try out some of the exciting topics you might study.
Our student experience

Meet our student life vlogger
Dan is a final year MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering student. He has studied abroad in Arizona, USA, and spent a year in industry working in Germany during his degree. Watch his vlogs to find out more about student life and for general advice for new students.
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Next steps
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How to apply
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Explore our undergraduate courses and admission criteria.
HESA data: Copyright Higher Education Statistics Agency Limited 2020. The Higher Education Statistics Agency Limited cannot accept responsibility for any inferences or conclusions derived by third parties from its data. Data is from the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017/18, published by HESA in June 2020.