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Straight-talking guides to engineering careers, routes and opportunities.
Getting started20 Unique Jobs That Don’t Require Experience (And Actually Pay Well)
No experience? No problem. Here are 20 real jobs you can start without a CV full of work history, including several that lead straight into STEM careers.
26 September 2026 · 11 min read
Study routesOpen University STEM Degrees: What You Can Study and Where It Leads
Explore Open University STEM degrees in computing, data, maths, science and engineering, with practical advice on careers and course choice.
15 September 2026 · 11 min read
- Mechanical engineering
Best Universities for Mechanical Engineering UK 2026: Rankings, Placements & Career Prospects
Discover the best UK universities for mechanical engineering in 2026, including rankings, placements, entry requirements, industry links and graduate career prospects.
2 August 2026 · 6 min read
- Mechanical engineering
Mechanical Engineer Salary UK (2026): Graduate to Senior Engineer Pay Guide
Discover mechanical engineer salaries in the UK for graduates, apprentices, chartered and senior engineers in 2026, including industry comparisons and salary progression.
29 July 2026 · 5 min read
- Mechanical engineering
How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in the UK (2026): GCSEs, A-Levels, University & Apprenticeships
Learn how to become a mechanical engineer in the UK in 2026, including GCSEs, A-levels, university, apprenticeships, salaries, skills and career progression.
29 July 2026 · 6 min read
