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Why Sunderland for Engineering

You’ll learn the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing sector with our knowledgeable academic staff, dedicated labs and equipment, and placements with prestigious companies. Our accredited courses can boost your employability and fast-track your progress towards Chartered Engineer status.

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Engineering students working at Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) in the Electronics Lab

Facilities

We host state-of-the-art engineering facilities at the David Goldman Technology Centre. You can benefit from upgraded electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, and product development laboratories. These facilities enable us to further develop our strong industry links and help you to reach your full potential. Using them, you can become a technically skilled, problem-solving engineer, capable of making both social and industrial impact.

A 3D printer in the Centre of Excellence for Additive Technologies3D printer in the Centre of Excellence for Additive Technologies
Four different kinds of 3D printer on a bench in the Centre of Excellence for Additive Technologies3D printers in the Centre of Excellence for Additive Technologies
Various thermofluids equipment on a bench in the Thermofluids LabThermofluids Lab
Three students working on a project together in the Product Development LabProduct Development Lab
Students working on a project in the Mechanical Engineering LabMechanical Engineering Lab
Students working on equipment in the Electronics LabElectronics Lab
Various robotics equipment set up on benches in the Robotics LabRobotics Lab
Chairs lined up in front of the large screen in the Data Visualisation LabData Visualisation Lab
Two interactive touch screens set up with visual data in the Collaboration SuiteCollaboration Suite

Industry links

We have strong links with our industrial partners. They offer opportunities including placements, industry-based student projects, curriculum development, and graduate employment.

Furthermore, our research and commercial activities target local and national organisations to help enrich their operations and improve their impact on the economy. Specifically, our degree apprenticeship graduates provide an immediate legacy, by applying their knowledge within their place of work.