MSc (Eng) Automotive Engineering at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This industry-oriented Masters covers advanced analysis, design and manufacture related to traditional and emerging electric and autonomous vehicle technology. It is taught by the School of Mechanical Engineering and is accredited.

Department: School of Mechanical Engineering | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Electric and Hybrid Drivetrain Engineering (15 credits), Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Systems (15 credits), Automotive Chassis Engineering (15 credits) and a 60-credit professional project, with optional modules from across mechanical engineering.

Career pathways

Graduates work across the automotive and motorsport industries in roles such as design engineer, vehicle test engineer, technical advisor, NPI engineer and component engineer, at employers including Triumph Motorcycles, Bosch, AVL Powertrain and Bendix.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in a relevant engineering or science discipline, with evidence of study of modules covering advanced mathematics. Applicants with a 2:2 (hons), relevant work experience or professional qualifications are also encouraged to apply. Application deadlines: 30 July 2027 for international applicants and 10 September 2027 for UK applicants. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component for international applicants.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,900 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 33,800 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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