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Prof Holger Babinsky - Fellow, Tutor and Professor of Aerodynamics
Dr John Coull - Rolls Royce Senior Research Fellow
Dr Tim Coombs - Fellow and University Senior Lecturer
Dr Richard Roebuck - Fellow, Admissions Tutor and Research Associate
Dr Jane Blunt (College Lecturer)
Dr Roger Geere (College Lecturer)
In addition the College has a tradition of up to 20% of each Engineering year staying on to study for a PhD. These 1st Class postgraduates also assist in College teaching, passing on their knowledge and helping to make Engineering at Magdalene the great success it is.
Currently we have six people in this role.
There are currently 44 undergraduates and 6 graduate students.
Typically, Magdalene admits around 12-13 undergraduates each year. There are about 3-4 applications per place. About 25% of students are from Europe or overseas in the average year.
The Cambridge University Engineering Department runs three courses in Engineering. All last four years and, at the end of the fourth year, lead to the degrees BA and MEng. All students reading Engineering (apart from those changing to Chemical Engineering after the first year) follow the same course for the first two years (the Engineering Tripos Parts 1A and 1B). This covers all the main branches of engineering at a fundamental level with the aim of giving students a wide general knowledge of engineering.
From the third year students concentrate on their chosen branch of Engineering and the course divides into two:
The other courses often taken by students who were admitted to read Engineering are Chemical Engineering, which is entered after the first year, and Management Studies, which is entered after the second year.
Magdalene is able to provide accommodation for all four years of the Engineering course.
About 20 hours of lectures and supervised laboratory work per week are typical for the Departmental teaching. In addition, there will normally be about 3-4 hours of small group supervisions (2 students) in College.
A-levels in Mathematics and Physics are compulsory. Wherever possible, at least AS-level Further Mathematics is normally required, including units M1 and M2; and we would strongly recommend A-level Further Mathematics, if it is available at your school. AS-levels in Engineering-related subjects are helpful. One contrasting AS-level may also be desirable.
For applicants who are taking A-levels the normal offer is A*AA. For applicants taking Scottish Highers a typical offer is AAA or AAB. For IB applicants the typical offer is 40 - 42 points overall, with 7,7,6 or 7, 7, 7 at Higher Level in mathematics, physics or related subjects. Post-A level candidates are normally considered for an unconditional offer. Comparable qualifications are also considered and the Admissions Tutor should be consulted for further details. All offers are tailor-made to candidates and some variation occurs from these typical offers.
There is no laid-down policy on deferred entry although it is becoming increasingly common for applicants to have a gap year. As long as a significant part of this year is spent doing some form of engineering-related activity this can provide valuable experience, especially if this is in a non-English speaking country. Many intending undergraduates manage to secure some kind of industrial sponsorship which is an added benefit. You should indicate on your application form if you are applying for deferred entry. Late changes of mind are accommodated if possible but we cannot guarantee to be able to change a year of entry after offers have been made.
Candidates re-applying to Cambridge will be considered although you are advised to think very carefully before giving up a place at another good university to pursue a Cambridge re-application.
Mature students are admitted from time to time, and usually find that they are successful and happy in their course. If you wish to be considered as a mature applicant for Engineering you should be engaged on or have recently completed a course such as A-Level, OU or an Access course. If you are in any doubt about your preparation for a university course, or your choice of College, you are advised to contact us to discuss your individual circumstances before making your application.
We encourage applicants from all types of school and college background and although the information about offers given above indicates a typical requirement, each candidate is looked at in the light of his or her individual circumstances.
There are normally two interviews each lasting approximately 25 minutes. Interview are normally each conducted with 2 Engineering Fellows or a Fellow in a related science subject. There is also a one-hour written test covering general mathematical questions. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate an outstanding track record for the diligent study of a range of academic subjects. They will show particular enthusiasm for Physics and Mathematics. Their interest in Engineering will be self-evident.
Overseas applicants will be invited for interview but it is recognised that, for some, it may be impossible to attend. Applicants who are unable to come for interview will still be considered. They may be asked to submit some written work and complete a short Maths test transmitted via fax or they may be interviewed in their own countries.
Cambridge Engineering Graduates are always in great demand and find themselves in all branches of Engineering and Engineering Consultancy as well as the City and academic institutions.
March 2010
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