MEng Automotive Engineering
Course overview
The MEng Automotive Engineering at Coventry University is a four-year integrated master’s course that teaches students how to design, build, and improve vehicles. It combines a bachelor’s (BEng) and a master’s degree (MEng) in one programme. This course is perfect for students who want a deep understanding of automotive systems and are aiming for high-level jobs or further research in the auto industry.
The course covers the full design process, from planning and building to testing and improving different parts of vehicles, like engines, brakes, suspension, and electronic systems. Students also learn about electric vehicles, low-carbon transport, and future mobility solutions. Students may also take a placement year after Year 2 or Year 3 to gain real work experience with car manufacturers or engineering firms.
Students learn through lectures and practical lab sessions, hands-on workshops, real engineering challenges, and guest lectures from automotive professionals, while assessment methods include coursework, design projects, exams, presentations, and group and solo reports.
Entry requirements
To apply for the MEng Automotive Engineering at Coventry University, students should meet these requirements:
Grade Requirements:
- A-Levels: Usually BBB or above, including maths and a science subject
- BTEC: Extended Diploma with a strong profile in a relevant subject
- For international students, WAEC, NECO, IB, or other equivalent qualifications are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your first language, you must show proof of English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 with no section below 5.5. Other equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL and Pearson PTE, are also accepted.
Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Scholarship
£2,500 scholarship for first year only.
Up to £2,500
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MEng Automotive Engineering from Coventry University are highly employable. Career paths include:
- Automotive design engineer
- Electric vehicle systems engineer
- Motorsport performance engineer
- Vehicle development engineer
- Mechanical or systems engineer
- Project engineer or consultant
Cost of study
For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for studying MEng Automotive Engineering at Coventry University is £19,850 per year for international students.
Admission
To apply for the Coventry University MEng Automotive Engineering, candidates can apply for this course directly through the university’s online forms or speak to our trained counsellors, who are always available to help.
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