Should I check how engineering courses are assessed before choosing a university?

Yes. Engineering courses may be assessed through combinations of exams, laboratory or practical work, exercises, reports, design or production projects, and presentations. These methods can affect how well a program fits your preferred way of learning and how you need to manage your time. Check the target university and department’s official syllabi and academic guides for each course’s assessment items, weighting, treatment of submissions and attendance, and any reassessment rules provided. Details vary by course, year, and academic year.