Automotive Engineering with a Foundation Year - BEng (Hons)
Postgraduate
In Birmingham
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
4 Years
Study our Automotive Engineering BEng degree course with a foundation year and join one of the select UK Universities to take part in Formula Student events at Silverstone.
Now is a fascinating time to study automotive engineering as you’ll have the chance to be at the forefront of developments within the industry. You’ll get to work in advanced automotive workshops and laboratories equipped with industry-standard equipment, as well as take advantage of more traditional office-based facilities.
You’ll gain practical experience so that you are equipped to apply engineering science to real life situations. Plus, you’ll also have the opportunity to join our BCU Formula Student racing club.
The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BEng (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.
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About this course
When you study with us you’ll learn all the key aspects of automotive engineering that will help you to get a job and you’ll have the intellectual, technical and personal qualities needed to implement new technologies in the automotive engineering sector.
Wherever possible, we involve employers in curriculum planning and many of our lecturers come from and maintain their links with industry, ensuring they maintain their knowledge of the latest developments.
OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.
GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above/li
Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted.
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolmentSee level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details
English language and mathematics at grade C or above
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Subjects
- Vehicle Electronics
- Automotive
- Design
- Mathematics
- Thermodynamics
- Project
- Systems
- Industry
- Engineering
- GCSE Mathematics
- Automotive Engineering
- Vehicle Control Systems
- Engineering Principles
- CDIO Project
- Mechanical Science
- Engineering Endeavours
- Computer Aided Engineering
- Hybrid Vehicles
Course programme
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
- Mathematics for Engineers 1
- Engineering Science 1
- Practical Skills 1
- Mathematics for Engineers 2
- Engineering Science 2
- Practical Skills 2
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
- Engineering Principles 1
- Mathematical Modelling 1
- Engineering Practice
- Engineering Principles 2
- Mathematical Modelling 2
- Integrated Engineering Project
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
- Thermodynamics and Fluids
- Numerical Analysis
- Design and Materials
- Leading Engineering Endeavours
- Design and Manufacture
- Mechanical Science
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
- Computer Aided Engineering
- Vehicle Electronics and Control
- Body and Chassis Performance
- Powertrain and Hybrid Vehicles
- Individual Honours Project
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International students
Mode Duration Fees
Full Time 4 years £13,200 per year
Automotive Engineering with a Foundation Year - BEng (Hons)