Academic Requirements


An IMechE-accredited degree is the first step on the ladder to becoming a Member of IMechE and a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng). Degrees are accredited as meeting “part” or “all” of the academic requirements.

Prospective Students

Looking to go to University? The Institution accredits many degrees in the UK and a number of degrees in universities outside the UK. If you are planning to go to university this September and are unsure whether the course is accredited, please check our current undergraduate Accredited Degree List . Whilst studying, you should join as an Affiliate member to gain access to on-line library facilities. Accredited postgraduate programmes can be found under Further Learning.

Scholarships and Funding: IMechE annually supports the educational and development needs of today's students, graduates and members. Prizes and Awards range from Undergraduate Awards, which include scholarships to encourage developing engineers to study mechanical engineering, to the prestigious awards to recognise the achievements of eminent mechanical engineers.

Still at School? To find out more about the different specialised engineering divisions and to help you choose which course to study, please read our information on Education Choices. We invite students, teachers, careers offices and parents to browse through this section to ensure they are well informed when advising young people about this exciting profession. Whilst at School you should join as an IMechE Engeneration member.

Graduates

If your course is not shown on the published list, or you have graduated and wish to check whether your degree is accredited, either: