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International Mechanical Engineering, 180 Credits
Internationell maskiningenjör, 180 Högskolepoäng
Programme code: TGMEC
Higher education qualification: Degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Mechanical Engineering
Cycle: First cycle
Established: 2025-05-13
Established by: Department of Engineering Science
Applies for: Programme start spring 2026
Entry requirements
General entry requirements. You also need: Physics 2, Chemistry 1, Mathematics 3c or Mathematics D
Language of instruction
The teaching is conducted in English
Other regulations
A student who has been admitted to a programme with this programme syllabus is guaranteed a place on courses according to the study plan below, provided that the student follows the programme according to the study plan. The study plan and its courses may however be subject to change, within the framework of the qualitative targets, when revisions of education plans and syllabi are being made. Should the programme involve choosing a specialization, the student is guaranteed a place on courses concerning the chosen specialization.
Qualitative target
National outcomes
Degree of Bachelor [Kandidatexamen]
Scope
A Degree of Bachelor is awarded after the student has completed the courses required to gain 180 credits in a defined specialisation determined by each higher education institution itself, of which 90 credits are for progressively specialised study in the principal field (main field of study) of the programme.
Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
For a Degree of Bachelor the student shall
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the main field of study, including knowledge of the disciplinary foundation of the field, knowledge of applicable methodologies in the field, specialised study in some aspect of the field as well as awareness of current research issues.
Competence and skills
For a Degree of Bachelor the student shall
- demonstrate the ability to search for, gather, evaluate and critically interpret the relevant information for a formulated problem and also discuss phenomena, issues and situations critically
- demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and solve problems autonomously and to complete tasks within predetermined time frames
- demonstrate the ability to present and discuss information, problems and solutions in speech and writing and in dialogue with different audiences, and
- demonstrate the skills required to work autonomously in the main field of study.
Judgement and approach
For a Degree of Bachelor the student shall
- demonstrate the ability to make assessments in the main field of study informed by relevant disciplinary, social and ethical issues
- demonstrate insight into the role of knowledge in society and the responsibility of the individual for how it is used, and
- demonstrate the ability to identify the need for further knowledge and ongoing learning.
Independent project (degree project)
A requirement for the award of a Degree of Bachelor is completion by the student of an independent project (degree project) for at least 15 credits in the main field of study.
Miscellaneous
Specific requirements determined by each higher education institution itself within the parameters of the requirements laid down in this qualification descriptor shall also apply for a Degree of Bachelor with a defined specialisation.
Courses that the study programme comprises
EFI120 | Ethics for Engineers | 2.5 hp | G1N
GPP110 | Introduction to programming with Python | 5 hp | G1N | Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering
MAT101 | Mathematics A | 7.5 hp | G1N
RTK300 | Technical Drawing and CAD | 5 hp | G1N | Mechanical Engineering
Basics of Electronics and Sensors | 5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
Machine Elements | 5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing Technology | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
MAP100 | Materials Characterization and Testing | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
MTK200 | Materials Science and Engineering | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
MAS200 | Mathematical Statistics | 5 hp | G1F
MAT220 | Mathematics B | 7.5 hp | G1F
Mechanics, dynamics | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
Mechanics, statics | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
FDA100 | Multidimensional Calculus | 5 hp | G1F
NMA100 | Numerical Analysis | 5 hp | G1F
ROA201 | Robotics and Automation | 7.5 hp | G1F | Automation
HFS100 | Strength of materials | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
Technical Writing, Problem-Solving, and Engineering Communication | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
ADT110 | Additive manufacturing | 7.5 hp | G2F | Mechanical Engineering
Welding Technology | 7.5 hp | G2F | Mechanical Engineering
Degree Project - Mechanical Engineering | 15 hp | G2E | Mechanical Engineering
Optional courses within programme
The program offers the student the opportunity to freely choose courses of a total of 30 HE credits, within and outside the university, provided that the subject is relevant to the program and that the course objectives do not overlap with the courses within the program. To determine whether a course is relevant for the education or not, the student needs to apply for a pre-approval (förhandsbesked) of the course selection and have it accepted by the program coordinator before taking the course.
Supply Chain Management | 7.5 hp | G1N | Industrial Engineering and Management
DOB100 | Deformation and Fracture Mechanics | 7.5 hp | G1F | Mechanical Engineering
INP100 | Industrial Placement | 15 hp | G1F
Preliminary course of study
The course of study presents the order and when in time courses in a programme are given. To see the programmes preliminary course of study, see hv.se.
Entry requirements within the programme
- For admission to the course Industrial Placement, a minimum of 60 HE credits from completed mandatory courses within the program is required.
- For admission to the course Degree Project - Mechanical Engineering 15 HE credits, a minimum of 127,5 HE credits from completed mandatory courses within the program is required.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) has been a part of University West ever since it was founded and is our overarching profile. Our programmes, research, and collaborations all feature a WIL element, and it permeates all that we do here. Together with our collaborators, who come from private, public, and civic areas of society, we develop and exchange knowledge that will lead to a sustainable world. As a student at University West, you will encounter work-integrated learning in several ways. This may be, for example, in the classroom or lecture hall, in your practical work, or in something you are involved in outside of the university setting. WIL clearly integrates theory and practice. The advantage of WIL is that you earn an academic degree while also gaining work experience, make contacts, and acquire practical competence. You are better equipped for employment, and are prepared for life-long learning, new insights, and cutting-edge research. WIL is part of our programmes and takes on various forms as we continue to develop our methods of integrating theory and practical knowledge.