BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Automotive engineers are making vehicles safer, more efficient and environmentally friendly. They tackle complex engineering challenges, designing, innovating and optimising the vehicles of now and the future, from electric cars to autonomous vehicles. On our Automotive Engineering BEng(Hons) degree you’ll work with engineering specialists and innovative researchers on challenging and rewarding projects such as fighting robots, rocket cars, and the International Engineering Without Borders challenge.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering | Department: Engineering | Duration: full-time: 3 years; with placement year: 4 years | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you will be introduced to the principles of mechanical engineering and develop skills such as computer-aided design (CAD). A major design project will combine knowledge gained in conceptual design, manufacturing and testing and put it into practice. In this module you will learn to apply mathematical concepts and software tools to solve engineering problems. On completion you will be able to use analytical techniques and software tools to solve simple algebraic problems, develop mathematical models of engineering systems and apply an appropriate analytical method or software tool to solve a mathematical model. Modules include Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Practice, Mechanical Design, Energy Systems, Design Project, Materials and Manufacture, Dynamics and Control, Engineering Systems, Mechanics of Materials, Thermofluids.

Career pathways

Project work in groups with other engineering specialists develops your teamwork, project management, presentation and communication skills, giving you hands-on experience that mirrors industry. You will showcase your individual project to potential employers at the final year project exhibition.

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Entry requirements

A-levels ABB–BCC. Must include maths and a physical science. BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. International Baccalaureate 27 points, with three subjects at Higher level. Higher level subjects to include maths and physics at grade 5. UCAS tariff 104–128 points. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. Level 3 units in maths and physical science required. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or distinction. Foundation course With maths and a physical science, with an average of at least 55%. Foundation degree/HND May enable you to start the course in year 2. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,108 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

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

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

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