MSc Automotive Engineering
Course overview
This Master's course in Automotive Engineering gives a full understanding of the main technological ideas behind car design and how to use them. It uses the newest computer tools for analysis and design, including common software and equipment used in the industry. The course helps students understand theories better by taking on practical tasks, like using computer models and working on actual cars in a modern workshop.
The course has eight main topics, covering things like how cars are designed, using computer analysis for parts (finite element analysis), designing advanced engines, and how cars handle and move through the air. Students will also conduct a personal project, which ends with a written report. After completing this degree, which is approved by IMechE, students will have met the school requirements to become a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
Entry requirements
Applicants need to send a personal statement explaining why they want to study this course and share other details about their education. They also need a suitable reference from a teacher or an employer. Applicants can choose to upload their CV with their application to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need a minimum of a second-class undergraduate honours degree (2:2 or equivalent) in a related engineering field to be considered for this programme.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not an applicant's first language, they will need to demonstrate sufficient fluency to manage the demands of the course. A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required, with no section score lower than 5.5.
Career opportunities
This is a list of career paths for graduates of the MSc Automotive Engineering programme:
- Automotive Design Engineer
- Powertrain Engineer
- Automotive Software Engineer
- Research and Development (R&D) Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer (Automotive Sector)
Cost of study
For the course commencing on 22 September 2025, the tuition fee for international students is £16,750.
Admission
Interested applicants can apply for this course directly through Staffordshire University's online form or contact AHZ's trained counsellors for more information.
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