Our Engineering degrees are accredited, and some are currently being re-approved by accrediting bodies, meaning they are continuously updated to meet industry standards, producing graduates suitable for employment.
Civil Engineering at Northumbria is ranked top 10 in the UK for overall Student Experience (Times Good University Guide, 2025).
Manufacturing & Production Engineering is ranked Top 20 in the UK by the Complete University Guide for 2025.
At Northumbria you will study advanced principles of mechanics, manufacturing technology, energy systems and engineering design, potentially working on projects with companies such as Nissan, BAE Systems and Rolls Royce.
Engineering is ranked 25th for research power in the UK out of 89 submissions (REF, 2021). This is a rise of 8 places compared to 2014.
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