Automotive Engineering

Let your passion for cars, engineering and design be the drive to become a professional automotive engineer, ready to innovate in a rapidly evolving, global industry.

With the rise of electrification, autonomous systems and sustainable design, engineers are at the forefront of solving today’s transport and environmental challenges. Ideal for those passionate about shaping the future of mobility, this course blends mechanical engineering fundamentals with automotive applications. It is designed to prepare you for careers in R&D, manufacturing and sustainability.

Key highlights:

• Core engineering and automotive specialism-master vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, powertrains and autonomous systems.

• Future-focused skills-tackle electrification, sustainability and ethical engineering challenges.

• Transferable expertise-build strong mathematical, problem-solving and design skills applicable across engineering sectors.

Why you should study this course

• Future-focused expertise: study electric and autonomous vehicle systems, lightweight composites, aerodynamics, and propulsion to prepare for the industry's transition to net zero.

• Real-world experience: apply skills through industry placements and collaborative projects. Previous students worked on Shell Eco Marathon and Formula Student vehicle development.

• Contemporary facilities: design and manufacture your own designs using high-performance labs, full-motion vehicle simulators, VR Power wall, composites laboratory wind tunnels, engine dynamometers and 3D immersive tech for advanced prototyping and testing in our High-Performance Engineering Centre and Beatrice Shilling Building.

• Master of Engineering (MEng) advanced pathway: You can join the MEng in two ways:

1.Direct entry: apply straight onto the MEng if you meet the higher entry requirements.
2.Transfer during your studies: if you start on the BEng and meet the progression criteria, you may be able to transfer onto the MEng later in your course.
This flexibility means motivated students can progress to the full master's level qualification.

• Industry connections: located at the heart of the UK automotive industry, benefit from strong links with leading automotive and engineering manufacturers and suppliers. Our employability experts can help support you in securing placements and graduate roles, both in the UK and internationally. Placements are subject to competitive applications.

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