ENG: Mechanical

Sample Pathway

Below is an example of a four-year plan of a College of General Studies student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the College of Engineering (ENG). Students will work with their CGS academic advisors and the College of Engineering to plan their own pathway to a mechanical engineering degree.

The following sample pathway presumes that General Chemistry for the Engineering Sciences and Calculus 1 have been completed prior to matriculation.

^{^}ENG recommends that students pursuing the Mechanical Engineering major enroll in CAS CH 131 (General Chemistry for the Engineering Sciences). CAS CH 101 is also accepted for this requirement, but CAS CH 131 is strongly encouraged.

^*Students entering Boston University with no prior coursework must expect a minimum of 8 semesters to complete the program. Prior approval must be granted for all external coursework.

^**Students who have credit for CAS CS 111 must speak with their CGS academic advisor for further guidance.

^***CGS Students pursuing Mechanical Engineering are advised to take CAS PY 211 at during Summer Term 1. CGS First Year students may enroll in one BU 4-unit course during the summer term opposite their CGS Summer semester free of charge. Students must arrange their own housing accommodations. More information available on the CGS Policy on Taking an Additional 4-Unit Course.

^†ENG EK 301 is strongly advised to be taken in the Sophomore Year. Mechanical Engineering students who do not complete ENG EK 301 in the sophomore year may delay their graduation date.

Students should refer to the appropriate ENG Program Planning Sheet for more insight on course sequencing and degree planning.

This is a sample pathway to be used in consultation with your CGS Academic Advisor.

It is subject to change according to course availability and individual circumstances.

Last revised: 7/21/2026