MSc Automotive and Motorsport Engineering

The MSc Automotive and Motorsport Engineering at Brunel University London is designed to equip you with the technical knowledge needed for a career in the automotive and motorsport industries. This course focuses on core automotive areas such as vehicle aerodynamics, internal combustion engines, materials and structures, and vehicle systems.

During this programme, you will gain a deep understanding of key industry challenges, including performance optimisation, environmental impact, safety, and cost efficiency. You’ll also learn how to use industry-standard tools and facilities, such as simulation software, motorsport workshops, and 24-hour computer clusters, to design and analyse automotive and motorsport systems.

In addition to traditional teaching methods, this course emphasises hands-on learning through lab-based work, group projects, and close collaboration with industry partners. Essentially, you will graduate ready to work in roles across the automotive, motorsport, and engineering sectors.

Located in Uxbridge, West London, Brunel University London is a public research university that was established in 1966. In addition to engineering, business, the arts, social sciences, health, medicine, and life sciences, it offers degrees in more than 40 other fields.

Brunel is ranked 351–400 in the world and among the top 30 universities in the United Kingdom. Due to its excellent support services, career opportunities, and industry connections, Brunel is a top choice for students from all over the world, including 40% of its student body, who are international.

Here are the standard entry requirements to study MSc Automotive and Motorsport Engineering at Brunel University London:

As an international applicant, you must submit an ATAS certificate to qualify.

Grade Requirements

• To apply, you need a 2:2 (or above) UK Honours degree, or equivalent qualification, in engineering (automotive, mechanical, aerospace, or related fields such as civil, electrical, physics, or math).

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 accepted.

The tuition fee for the 2025/2026 session to study MSc Automotive and Motorsport Engineering at Brunel University London is £21,470 per year of study. This excludes the payment year fee, accommodation costs, and personal expenses.

Brunel University London gives its international students several opportunities to lessen the financial implications of studying in the UK. An example is the Vice Chancellor’s Excellence Award, which offers financial support to high-achieving self-funded international students.

Here are some of the career options you have with an MSc in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering from Brunel University London:

• Automotive Design Engineer
• Motorsport Systems Engineer
• Powertrain Engineer
• Vehicle Dynamics Engineer
• Race Team Engineer
• Research and Development Engineer

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