University of Dundee Engineering students innovate with Newbury Electronics partnership

The School of Science and Engineering at the University of Dundee is delighted to announce an exciting collaboration with Newbury Electronics, a leading UK manufacturer of printed circuit boards (PCBs).

This partnership has provided our undergraduate Mechanical Engineering students with the invaluable opportunity to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and real-world industry practice.

Thanks to Newbury Electronics’ expertise and resources, our students have been able to design and develop their own PCB for production and testing over the past four weeks. As part of this hands-on initiative, they have created and tested prototypes, gaining crucial insights into the practical applications of their academic studies by building fully functional prototypes such as ball launcher, desktop cleaning robot, coin sorter, obstacle avoidance autonomous vehicles.

At the University of Dundee, we are firmly committed to integrating industry experience into the classroom at every level of our engineering programmes. Collaborations like this enable students to enhance their technical knowledge, develop problem-solving skills, and understand the expectations of industry professionals. By engaging directly with real-world engineering challenges, students are better prepared for their future careers, equipped with both the theoretical foundation and the practical and communication skills employers seek.

Newbury Electronics, a pioneer in PCB production since 1956, is known for its commitment to quality and innovation. With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Berkshire, the company supports industries ranging from aerospace and automotive to consumer electronics.

Dr Jan Vorstius (Director of External Experience and Employability) is convinced that this partnership with the University of Dundee is a great example of practical engineering education that demonstrates a shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers in the advancing field of electronic design and production. 

This collaboration is a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain insight into the professional world while benefiting from Newbury Electronics’ decades of experience. We are grateful for their support in inspiring our future engineers and look forward to further strengthening this relationship in the coming years. Engineering at the University of Dundee is fostering partnerships with industry leaders like Newbury Electronics, to ensure that our graduates are equipped with the skills and experiences needed to thrive in their chosen fields.

Study mechanical engineering

At the University of Dundee, we offer degrees where you can study mechanical engineering: 

• Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
• Mechanical Engineering with Renewables Beng (Hons)