Mechanical Engineering

Nottingham Trent University.

A levels – Maths ,Geography, Physics.

The reason I decided to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering is that throughout my time in secondary school, math was always my favorite and best subject. Initially, I considered a course in economics or finance, but I discovered that an engineering degree would still allow me to explore those fields in the future. This realisation led me to choose Mechanical Engineering, combining my passion for math with the versatility of engineering.

During my first year, I had lectures nearly every day, covering five different modules: Thermofluids, Solid Dynamics, Maths, Engineering Fundamentals, and Innovation. Additionally, I participated in lab and practical work roughly once every two weeks.

I enjoyed the innovation part of my course the most because it allowed me to develop new skills like CAD design. Working in groups also helped me improve my teamwork and collaboration abilities.

One of the biggest adjustments from A-levels to university was figuring out how and when I learn best. In university, there’s a lot more emphasis on independent learning. During my first year, I quickly realized the importance of discovering my own learning style and identifying the times that work best for me to study effectively.

Right now, I’m not entirely sure what career I want to pursue after my course. However, I’m taking this time to try new things, push myself out of my comfort zone, and learn as much as possible.

My main piece of advice would be to discover your optimal learning method early on. University education differs significantly from A-levels, as I learned during my first year. It involves more independent learning, with larger class sizes where it can be challenging for lecturers to provide individual attention.