BEng Automotive Engineering

The BEng Automotive Engineering at Brunel University London is designed to teach you the fundamentals of mechanical and automotive engineering. This course combines core engineering principles with specialist automotive knowledge to produce innovative and industry-ready automotive engineers.

During this programme, you will gain a deep understanding of vehicle design, engine systems, powertrain technologies, and structural mechanics. You’ll also learn about sustainability in automotive development and develop several technical and practical skills, including CAD modelling, vehicle testing, and simulation tools used across the industry.

In addition to traditional teaching methods, this course emphasises practical learning through lab sessions, hands-on workshops, group projects, and access to cutting-edge facilities like Brunel’s motorsport workshop and test equipment. Essentially, you will graduate ready to take on different roles in the automotive sector or progress towards becoming a chartered engineer.

Brunel University London was founded in 1966 and is located in Uxbridge, West London. The university offers several courses (undergraduate and postgraduate) across more than 40 subjects, including Engineering, Business, Arts, Social Sciences, Health, Medicine, and Life Sciences.

Brunel ranks among the UK’s top 30 universities and falls within the 351–400 band in global rankings. Brunel is a top choice for students because of its strong support services, career opportunities, and industry connections, which benefit 40% of its student body who are international.

Here are the standard entry requirements to study BEng Automotive Engineering at Brunel University London:

Grade Requirements

To apply, you need the following qualifications or their acceptable equivalents:

• A-Level with AAB-BBB including Maths and one other required subject. 

• BTEC with DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields.

• You may also submit an International Baccalaureate Diploma with 30 overall points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths (Analysis and Approaches) and Higher Level 5 in science subjects.

English Proficiency

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee for the 2025/2026 session to study BEng Automotive Engineering at Brunel University London is £24,795 per year of study. However, this doesn't cover additional costs such as placement fees, accommodation, and others.

Brunel University London offers several funding to its international students. For example, international students who pay for themselves can receive a £3,000 fee reduction through the Brunel University of London Undergraduate International Bursary.

Here are some of the career options you have with a BEng Automotive Engineering from Brunel University London:

• Automotive Design Engineer
• Powertrain Engineer
• Vehicle Dynamics Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Motorsport Engineer
• Test and Development Engineer

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.