Getting into Engineering Courses

The essential student guide to winning a place on the engineering course of their choice.


Now in its sixth edition, Getting into Engineering Courses is packed with detailed advice and up-to-date information on what you need to do to secure a place on the course of your choice and take the first steps towards your dream career.

Featuring all new first-hand case studies from current students and vital guidance from admissions tutors, this guide will lead you through every step of the process, including:
Advice on researching and choosing the right course for you
Guidance on securing invaluable work experience placements
Support on how to prepare a winning UCAS application
Tips on how to create a personal statement with impact, including brand new examples
Ways to shine at interview, with details of current issues you might be asked to discuss
Information on further training and the career paths open to graduates

MPW Guides explain the complex procedures for getting into higher education. Written by acknowledged experts in a clear and concise format, they go beyond the official publications to give would-be students straightforward, practical advice on how to secure a place on a course of their choice.