BTech in UK

BTech in the UK is one of the undergraduate programmes with a total duration of 3-4 years. The engineering industry in the UK contributes to about 40% of its gross domestic product and is a key part of the national economy. There has never been a more exciting time to embark on a career in engineering in the UK to boost your employment prospects! At the undergraduate level, UK universities offer an array of BTech/BEng courses to students across the world. Read this blog to know all about BTech in the UK!

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Why Study BTech in the UK?

The UK is renowned for having some of the best and highest-ranked engineering colleges in the world. In the UK, BTech is known as B.E. or Bachelor of Engineering. It is a standard three-year degree in engineering and is best for those who have the appropriate training and experience to apply to become an Incorporated Engineer (someone who can maintain and manage applications of current and developing technology) once they have completed their graduation. Students have the option to pursue a Master’s(MEng) to become a Chartered Engineer. 

BTech in the UK, students learn how to solve engineering problems using Mathematics, scientific principles, as well as new methods and technologies. They develop problem-solving skills, and an analytical approach, and discover how to conduct proper research. To graduate, students have to write an engineering research paper during the final study year.

BTech in the UK deals with students’ engineering problems as well as their solutions by making use of mathematics, scientific principles, new methods and technologies. This enables students to develop problem-solving skills and an analytical approach.  Moreover, students work on a research project during their final year to utilise their knowledge of engineering research and technologies

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Top Universities/Engineering Colleges in the UK (Top Universities for BTech in the UK)

Universities	QS World Ranking 2023
University of Cambridge	2
University of Oxford	3
Imperial College London	7
University College London (UCL)	39=
The University of Manchester	45=
University of Edinburgh	66
University of Southampton	103=
University of Bristol	106=
The University of Sheffield	117=
The University of Nottingham	122

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Specialisations

BTech in the UK is an interdisciplinary and versatile area of study. There are a variety of fields that you can pursue while studying engineering in the UK.

Specialisations	Top Universities
Mechanical Engineering	-University of Cambridge  -University of Oxford -Imperial College London -University of Leeds  -University of  Bath
Civil Engineering	-Imperial College London  -University of Cambridge -University of Oxford –University of Glasgow   –University of Bath
Electrical Engineering	-University of Cambridge  -University of Oxford -Imperial College London -University of Southampton  -University College London
Chemical Engineering	-University of Cambridge -Imperial College London -University of Oxford -University of Birmingham   -University of Bath
Computer Engineering	-University of Oxford -University of Cambridge -Imperial College London -Durham University  -University of  St Andrews
Mechatronic Engineering	-University of Southampton  -University of Edinburgh  -University of Napier -University of Leeds  –University of Glasgow
Aerospace and Aerothermal Engineering	-University of Cambridge -Imperial College London -University of Bristol -University of Bath -University of  Leeds
Biomedical Engineering	-Loughborough University -University of Manchester -University of Oxford -University of St Andrews -UCL (University College London)
Nuclear Engineering	-University of Birmingham -University of Bristol -University of Cambridge -University of Central Lancashire  -University of Cumbria
Maritime Engineering	-University of Strathclyde  -Newcastle University -Cornwall’s College of the Ocean -University of Southampton  -Southampton Solent University
General Engineering	-University of Bristol -University of Cambridge -University of  Glasgow -University of  Oxford -Imperial College London

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Average Fees & Accommodation

Every university offering BTech in the UK has a different fee structure. The average fees for a B.Eng degree in the UK range from  £19,000 to £28,000 (INR 191918- 282827) as tuition. The monthly cost of living spans anywhere between £1100 to £1400 (₹1,11,454 – ₹1,41,851) depending on your choice of place and other factors. Make sure to set aside at least £11000 to £15000 (₹11,14,548 – ₹15,19,838) as part of your yearly living costs. If your college provides on-campus accommodation. The average on-campus accommodation is between £400-£600 (halls of residence, may or may not include bills), while private accommodation costs about  £320- £530 (INR 32323- 53535) per month. For more insight on accommodation costs, check out our blog on the Cost of Studying in the UK.

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Application Process for BTech in the UK

Just like every other undergraduate program in the United Kingdom, the application process for B.Eng is via the UCAS website. Here is the application process for BTech in the UK:

1. Application form – To enrol you have to fill out an application form online at the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
2. Add Details – You will be asked to fill in all your details along with the content of the states where you have to tell your enthusiasm towards the course, demonstrate motivation, the skills and experiences that you will apply to succeed at the university course,
3. Register – After filling up the form submit your application and you will receive a username, create a password and set your security questions.
4. Sign in – Sign in with the username and password and complete the remaining form. 
5. Application Fee Payment – Pay the application fee. The application fee is based on the number of choices/ options given for programs.

Documents Required for BTech in the UK

Mandatory

• Academic Transcripts as proof of your academic achievements.
• Proof of English Proficiency scores
• Proof of Funds as evidence to pay for the tuition fees and monthly living costs for the first year
• Resume

Optional

• Two academic reference letters
• SAT scores 
• ACT scores 
• Statement of Purpose (SOP) for studying in the UK.

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Eligibility for BTech in the UK

• Typical International Baccalaureate requirements: 35 points.
• Typical A-level requirements: AAB i.e. 80% in XII in 4 best subjects excluding language and other supplementary courses that will not be considered, should include mathematics and physics.
• Typical IELTS requirements: 7.0 overall, with no lower than 6.5 in any one component.

Study BTech in the UK with Scholarships

The UK government and universities offer numerous scholarships to their international students. Here are some of the popular scholarships for which Indian students pursuing BTech in the UK are eligible:

• Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan –  Scholarship Awards include tuition fees, airline fares and other miscellaneous allowances. 
• Inlaks Scholarships -Scholarship awards up to 100,000 US Dollars (INR 73,98,115) which covers tuition fees, living costs, airline fares and travel expenses. 
• Coventry Academic Performance Scholarship –  £1,500 (INR 151514) covering tuition fees

Visa

To study in the UK, you ideally require a Tier 4 Student VISA, which you should apply for at least 3 months before the start of your course, which takes a fee of 348 pounds(₹35,264). For more information on how to apply for a Visa to study in the UK, click here.

Scope

Engineering is a highly rewarding career in the UK. According to relevant estimation, Engineers are ranked among the top five employees who earn the most in the UK. In the past 5 years, the UK has witnessed a shortage of engineers. As the world of engineering was hit, many left their jobs to avoid recession. Even after companies picked up, there’s still a shortage of engineers in the UK. Engineering is a vital part of the economy of the UK and there are many vacant spaces left in the industry, notably required in the fields of traditional engineering roles like technical product manager, project engineer, robotics engineer and senior positions; managing director, production manager or manufacturing engineering manager and emerging ones in the fields of AI and ethical hackers.  

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Salary

A typical salary after completing your BTech in the UK with a high-profile graduate employer in the UK is around the £26,000 to £29,000 mark. After gaining relevant experience, the average salary of an engineer in the UK per annum is expected to be around £50,000. On the basis of several factors, like the sector you’re engaged in, your education and professional qualifications and your work experience, salaries of Engineers in the UK are across a wider range. If you have relevant experience in the industrial sector and have a strong professional background you can expect to earn above £80,000 annually.

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