Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) degree
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-26 | - |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) degree at Loughborough University is a 4-year program designed to equip students with specialized knowledge in the dynamic automotive industry. The program emphasizes future developments in electrification, connectivity, and autonomous driving, and provides hands-on experience through vehicle testing and industry placements. Graduates are prepared for careers as leading technical experts and project managers in the automotive industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) degree at Loughborough University is a 4-year full-time program with placement year or 3-year full-time program designed to equip students with specialised knowledge in areas directly aligned with the dynamic automotive industry and the future of ground transportation.
Objectives:
Prepare for future developments in the industry:
- The program introduces students to critical concepts and methods related to electrification, connectivity, and autonomous driving.
- Students gain expertise in specialist subjects such as vehicle systems and design, battery technology, sensor technology, and machine learning.
Benefit from research-focused teaching:
- Leading experts in the field bring their cutting-edge research directly into lectures and course development.
- Students benefit from insights into the latest advancements and future trends in the automotive industry.
Hands-on experience:
- Automotive Engineering students participate in a 1-week vehicle testing experience at the HORIBA MIRA proving ground.
- Students analyze data from vehicle handling, off-road dynamics, noise certification, braking performance, and wet weather driving.
- This provides practical application of theoretical knowledge and enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Develop essential skills:
- Teamwork and management skills are integral to the program and are actively developed through group projects and assignments.
- Students gain valuable experience, as the industry increasingly emphasizes these skills in technical professionals.
Become a future leader:
- The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge to become leading technical experts and project managers in the automotive industry.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Introduction to Vehicle Design and Development
- Engineering Fundamentals
- Thermodynamics
- Mechanics
- Materials and Manufacturing
- Vehicle Systems and Design
- Computer-aided drawing (CAD) skills
- Programming skills
- Mathematics and Physics principles
- Additional technical skills development
Year 2:
- Advanced Powertrain Systems
- Ground Vehicle Aerodynamics
- Electrotechnology
- Control Engineering
- Machine Elements
- Automotive Materials and Systems Reliability
- Engineering Mathematics and Dynamics
- Mechanics of Materials
- Project work
Year 3:
- Vehicle Design and Development
- Vehicle Loading and Suspensions
- Final Year Project
Year 4 (Placement Option):
- Full-year professional work placement with leading automotive companies or research organizations
- Integration of practical experience with theoretical knowledge
Assessment:
- A mixture of coursework and written examinations
- Project work, oral presentations, group assignments, and individual research projects
- Digital skills development and social media engagement
- BEng Project assessed through oral presentations, a project report, and a poster presentation
Teaching:
- Lectures:
- Engaging introductions to core concepts and principles
- Delivered by leading experts in the field
- Tutorials:
- Small group sessions for individualized feedback and support
- Encourage active learning and deeper understanding of complex topics
- Field trips:
- Industry visits and exposure to real-world applications
- Practical experience and networking opportunities
- Independent study:
- Develop research skills and self-directed learning
- Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Group work:
- Opportunities to collaborate and develop key teamwork skills
- Learn to effectively communicate ideas and manage project dynamics
- Supervision:
- Personalized support and career guidance
- Workshops:
- Hands-on training in industry-standard software and tools
- Develop technical skills and practical problem-solving abilities
- Laboratory work:
- Apply theoretical knowledge to experimental investigations
- Develop data analysis and interpretation skills
- Practical sessions:
- Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios
- Enhance technical skills and prepare for future professional roles
Careers:
- Graduate roles with leading automotive companies, including:
- AMG Petronas Motorsport
- Aston Martin
- Bentley
- Caterpillar
- Ford
- Group Lotus
- JCB
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Red Bull Racing
- Rolls-Royce
- Scuderia Toro Rosso
- Tesla Motors
- Toyota
- Triumph
- Williams Martini Racing
- Diverse range of career paths within the automotive industry:
- Design and development engineers
- Research and development specialists
- Technical consultants
- Project managers
- Quality assurance professionals
- Data analysts
- Global opportunities in a dynamic and growing industry
Other:
- Potential for further postgraduate studies in relevant fields
UK fees Full-time course per annum £9,250 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee International fees Full-time course per annum £28,600 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Additional costs While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance, this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need. What's included in your tuition costs Fee status Accommodation and hall fees
