BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Develop the skills and real-world expertise to succeed in the rapidly evolving automotive industry. The automotive industry is changing fast with electrification, connectivity and digital technologies driving a new era of innovation. Manufacturers now face increasing pressure to shorten development times, cut costs, and embrace digital engineering.

Faculty: School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering | Department: Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The automotive industry is transforming fast, driven by innovations in digital engineering, electric propulsion, and autonomous driving powered by artificial intelligence. Year 1 compulsory modules: Engineering Design and Manufacture, Mathematics for Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering, Materials and Structures, Thermofluids, Computing, Vehicle Systems and Development, Engineering Mechanics and Structures.

Career pathways

With a degree in Automotive Engineering from Loughborough, you can expect to have gained a diverse skill set. This will include project management, teamwork, leadership, business acumen and people management as well as technical expertise setting you up for a successful career.

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Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: AAB including Maths and Physics. Typical IB offer: 35 (6 6 5 HL) including Maths and Physics at HL. Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering: DDD plus A level Maths at Grade B; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering: DD plus A level Maths at Grade A. GCSE: GCSE English Language grade 4/C. Selection: Applicants are usually selected based on their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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