MSc Automotive Engineering at University of Staffordshire

Programme overview

MSc Automotive Engineering gives in-depth insight into the technological ideas driving automotive design and their practical application, designed with industry partners. Students use the latest computer-based analysis and design techniques, with practical work through virtual simulation or on real vehicles in the advanced automotive workshop. The course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for Chartered Engineer registration.

Duration: 1 academic year full-time | Intake: September 2027, January 2028 | Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students take taught modules covering vehicle design, finite element analysis, advanced engine design, vehicle handling and aerodynamics, and choose a major personal project for a written thesis. A September start with a placement year is also offered.

Career pathways

Graduates work in vehicle manufacturing, research and development, design and test laboratories, automotive component suppliers, equipment manufacturers, fuel and oil companies, motorsport teams, engineering consultancies and maintenance; graduates have secured roles with McLaren Automotive and Toro Verde GT, and PhD study is possible.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or equivalent in a related engineering discipline such as Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering. Applicants with significant appropriate experience may be considered if they can show they can meet the demands of postgraduate work. Applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band. Full CEng registration requires a CEng-accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) first degree.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,250 for the whole programme (2027/28). September 2027 and January 2028 starts; UK / Channel Islands Source

International applicants: GBP 17,700 for the whole programme (2027/28). September 2027 and January 2028 starts Source

Intake: September 2027, January 2028

Duration: 1 academic year full-time

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