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Automotive Engineering
BEng (Hons), MEng
Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Department of Mechanical Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (http://mems.brookes.ac.uk/)
On this course you will learn engineering principles and analytical techniques, alongside gaining hands-on experience in studying vehicles and the
opportunity to join one of the UKs top student racing teams.
This course will prepare you to embark on exciting and challenging careers working for some of the world's most innovative automotive engineering
companies. Our purpose-built premises house the latest industry-standard test facilities and you will benefit from our strong links with the local
automotive, manufacturing and motorsports industries.
Typical offers
UCAS points: 120 for BEng, 128 for MEng - preferred subjects include Maths and Physics
Available start dates

September 2017 / September 2018
Teaching location
Wheatley Campus
Course length
Full time: BEng: 3 years, or 4 years sandwich; MEng: 4 years, or 5 years sandwich
Part time: BEng: up to 8 years; MEng: up to 9 years
UCAS code
H330 BEng
H341 MEng
For full application details, please see the 'How to apply / Entry requirements' (?acc=section-six#section-six-marker) section.
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Why choose this course?
To succeed on this course, you should want to become a designer of cars. You will need an aptitude for practical engineering, perhaps with some
experience of building, driving, maintaining or designing automotive-related products.
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You will benefit from the strong links we have forged with the automotive industry. These companies support the course in many ways and are
actively involved in shaping its content and style.
You have the opportunity to undertake an Industrial Placement year; our students have gone to engineering roles at major automotive companies
such as BMW, Cummins and Nissan.
We have active research interests in vehicle design and refinement, considering issues such as vehicle aerodynamics, powertrain, suspension
dynamics, noise vibration and harshness, fuels, engine emissions and environmental impact.
Our students are regular prize winners of Formula Student competitions, all students are eligible to get involved with this.
You will be learning in modern, state-of-the-art workshops, laboratories, computer facilities, and media studios.
You will have opportunities to mix with the local engineering community through local IMechE events and lectures.
This course in detail
The course is taught in our purpose-built premises which house the latest industry-standard test facilities.
During your first year you will study mathematics, engineering principles, design and management. You will also work in small groups to strip a car
and rebuild it, to gain familiarity with automotive systems and engineering design.
In the second year you will develop your analytical skills through the study of dynamics, thermodynamics and stress analysis and then apply them
in design. Youwillundertakegroupdesigntasksandutiliseengineeringanalysissoftware.
In your final year you will study specialised automotive engineering subjects. For example, you will learn to use software to analyse the dynamic
behaviour of a car when it undertakes manoeuvres. As well as studying automotive aerodynamics and automotive engines. You will also select a
project of personal interest from our research and industrial activities.
Many students undertake a work placement between the second and final years, and all students may apply to join our internationally successful
Formula Student team.
If you wish to extend your degree you may seek selection for the four-year MEng course. The first three years of the MEng run parallel with the
BEng course, while the final year of the MEng allows you to broaden and deepen your studies. You may enrol on either course when joining the
university but progression onto the MEng is only possible for the most able students. You can also apply from elsewhere to join our MEng in the
third year.
Study modules
As courses are reviewed regularly the module list you choose from may vary from that shown here. Some modules will be compulsory.
Year 1
Introduction to Mathematics for Engineers (double)
Introduction to Engineering Thermo Fluid Dynamics
Introduction to Engineering Mechanics
Graphics and Design
Automotive Materials and Manufacturing Techniques
Basic Electrical Engineering
Introduction to Engineering Management
Programming the Virtual World.
Year 2 through to final year of MEng

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Materials Engineering
Stress Analysis I
Engineering Dynamics I
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Thermo Fluids
Automotive Engineering Design and Computer Aided Engineering (double)
Automotive Electronics.
Year 3
New Product Development
Stress Analysis II
Chassis Engineering
Automotive Engines
Vehicle Aerodynamics
Advanced CAD/CAM
Automotive Group Design Study
Project (double).
Year 4 (MEng)
Automobile Design, Test and Modelling Project (double)
Noise, Vibration and Harshness
CAD/CAM
Sustainable Engineering Technology
Engineering Reliability and Risk Management
Advanced Engineering Management
Vehicle Crash Engineering
Advanced Vehicle Aerodynamics
Advanced Chassis Engineering
Computation and Modelling
Advanced Materials Engineering and Joining Technology
Advanced Strength of Components
Advanced Powertrain Engineering.
Work placements
Our work placement programme has been commended by professional bodies as a model of excellence. We have placement opportunities with
local automotive and product manufacturing companies.
You will be encouraged to undertake a work placement in industry for one year between the second and final years of your course. More and more
students are taking up this option, as they recognise the benefit of obtaining industrial experience, consolidating their understanding of the
automotive engineering industry and having the opportunity to apply their knowledge in an industrial environment.
Past industrial placements have been undertaken at:
Rolls Royce
BMW
Nissan
Vauxhall
Ford
Mercedes AMG HPP
Nitron Racing Systems
AP Racing Ltd
X-Trac Ltd
On returning to university for their final year, the experience they have gained invariably improves their academic performance. We have an
excellent record of students gaining full-time employment on graduation with their industrial placement-year company.
The department provides assistance with finding a suitable placement.
Study abroad
Great opportunities to study or work abroad
You may be able to go on a European or international study exchange while you are at Brookes. Most exchanges take place in the second year.
Studying abroad provides an amazing opportunity to add value to your studies by:
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increasing your within an international market
boosting your language skills
building your confidence in adapting to new situations
improving your knowledge of different cultures.
While on exchange you will gain credits which count towards your degree.
We have more than 100 partner universities around the world. Funding is available through the Erasmus scheme, and also via some international
programmes such as the Santander Student Awards.

There is also a European work placement programme which gives you the chance to work abroad as part of your studies.
For more information, visit our pages on studying abroad and exchanges (http://www.brookes.ac.uk/international/study-abroad-and-
exchanges/going-from-brookes/).
Free language courses for students - the Open Module

Free language courses (http://www.english-languages.brookes.ac.uk/more/add-language/) are available to full-time undergraduate and
postgraduate students on many of our courses, and can be taken as a credit on some courses.
Please note that the free language courses are not available if you are:
studying at a Brookes partner college
studying on any of our teacher education courses or postgraduate education courses.
Teaching, learning and assessment
Teaching and learning

Teaching and learning methods include seminars, lectures, and practical work in the laboratory, at a computer or in a workshop. The importance of
information technology in modern engineering practice is emphasised, and in several modules almost all of the teaching is based around computers.
Approach to assessment
All modules use a mix of examination and coursework for assessment. Coursework assessment varies but can include the following:
oral examinations
group presentations
design or laboratory reports
technical reviews
poster presentations.
Fees / Funding
Tuition fees
Home/EU - full time fee: 2017/18: 9,250
Home/EU - cost per module: 2017/18: 750 per single module
Home/EU - sandwich placement fee: 2017/18: 1,380
International - full time: 2017/18: 13,730
International - sandwich placement fee: 2017/18: 3,840
Please note tuition fees for Home/EU students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary
amount determined by government. Tuition fees for International students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs (/studying-at-brookes/finance/additional-costs/) that are not covered by your
fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed in the 'This course in detail' window above.
Questions about fees?
Contact Student Finance on:
+44 (0)1865 483088
finance-fees@brookes.ac.uk (mailto:finance-fees@brookes.ac.uk)
Funding and scholarships

For general sources of financial support, see:
Funding for Undergraduate students from the UK and EU (/Studying-at-Brookes/finance/Undergraduate-finance---UK-and-EU-students/)
Funding for Undergraduate students from outside the EU (/Studying-at-Brookes/finance/Undergraduate-finance---international-students/)
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How to apply / Entry requirements
Typical offers
UCAS points: 120 for BEng, 128 for MEng - preferred subjects include Maths and Physics
A-level:BBB (for BEng) or ABB (for MEng) To include Maths and Physics grade B for BEng, Maths grade A and Physics grade B for MEng
International Baccalaureate:30 points (BEng) or 33 points (MEng) to include minimum grade 5 in Higher Level Maths and Physics
BTEC:BTEC National Diploma in an engineering subject, plus A-level Maths at grade B for BEng, A-level Maths at grade A for MEng.
Advanced Diploma
BEng: Engineering grade B, plus A-level Maths at grade B
MEng: Engineering grade A, plus A-level Maths at grade A
A new UCAS Tariff point system is being introduced for students applying to start university in September 2017, which uses a qualifications size and
grades to calculate total Tariff points under a brand new system. Therefore the Tariff points for 2017 entry look very different from 2016 entry - the
2017 BBB (BEng) or ABB (MEng) equivalents for this course will be 120 (BEng) or 128 (MEng) UCAS points for 2017. Please visit the UCAS website
(https://www.ucas.com/advisers/guides-and-resources/tariff-2017) for more information.
Specific entry requirements

GCSE: English Language grade C minimum
Please also see the University's general entry requirements (/Studying-at-Brookes/How-To-apply/Entry-requirements/).
English language requirements
English language requirements

Please see the University's standard English language requirements (/International/How-to-apply/undergraduate/Undergraduate-entry-requirements/)
International and EU applications

Preparation courses for EU students
We offer a range of courses to help students meet the academic and English language entry requirements for their courses and also familiarise them
with university life.
Find out more about the international foundation pathways we offer and our pre-sessional English language courses (/international/english-and-
pathway-courses/).
Country specific entry requirements

If you are studying outside the UK, for more details about your specific country entry requirements, translated information and local representatives
who can help you to apply, please have a look at our country specific information pages (/international/country-information/about-your-country/).
English requirements for visas

If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the
University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements. (/International/How-to-apply/English-language-requirements/)
How to apply
Full-time students should apply for this course through UCAS (/Studying-at-Brookes/How-to-apply/Applying-through-UCAS/).
Part-time students should apply directly to the university (http://www.brookes.ac.uk/studying-at-brookes/how-to-apply/applying-
directly/undergraduate/).
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment (/about-brookes/structure-and-governance/policies/terms-and-
conditions-of-enrolment/). You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Credit transfer
Oxford Brookes operates the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). All undergraduate single modules are equivalent to 7.5 ECTS credits and
double modules to 15 ECTS credits. More about ECTS credits (http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/socrates/ects/index_en.html).
Student experience
Why Oxford is a great place to study this course

Oxford is a great place to study automotive engineering. Our location means you will benefit from our strong links with BMW, Honda, EP Barrus,
Lotus F1 Team, Red Bull, Mercedes GP, Williams, McLaren, Force India and AP Racing, including work placements and recruitment opportunities.
Support for students studying Automotive Engineering

The department offers additional support through the Open Support Seminar Programme. At designated times a member of staff is available to
provided tailored support relating to module content within the Engineering building.
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We also have the following well-equipped engineering laboratories and workshops:
Mechanical Engineering Workshop and Projects Lab- providing machining and fabrication facilities.
Joining Technology Research Centre (JTRC)- used for teaching and research into adhesively-bonded joints and structures.
Stress and Materials Laboratory- where all machines are digitally controlled and capable of static and fatigue testing.
Dynamics Laboratory- with several pieces of high performance equipment for vibration monitoring and recording as well as acoustic
measurements and modelling, including a damper dyno.
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory- housing a Plint and Partners open loop closed working section wind tunnel, with data logging and Dantec multi-
channel hot wire anemometry system. A laminar and turbulent flow rig, internal flow and centrifugal pump testing apparatus.
Automotive Laboratory- fully-equipped with workbenches, shelving and cabinets containing engineers' hand tools, automotive and racecar test
and measurement equipment (including a four-post rig for vehicle dynamics analysis), pneumatic and electric power tools and lifting equipment.
Thermodynamics Laboratory- supporting the engine testing and emissions analysis teaching and research programmes within the department.
The laboratory also supports combustion modelling work using Computational Fluid Dynamics.
General support services

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From academic advisers and support co-ordinators to specialist subject librarians and other learning support staff, we want to ensure that you get the
best out of your studies.
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We want your time at Brookes to be as enjoyable and successful as possible. That's why we provide all the facilities you need to be relaxed, happy
and healthy throughout your studies.
After graduation
Professional accreditation
The MEng has been fully accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) under the Engineering Council's guidelines (UK SPEC). It
provides complete exemption from the Engineering Council exams parts one and two.
The IMechE has given the BEng course the maximum accreditation level available to a BEng course under the Engineering Council's guidelines (UK
SPEC). Upon graduation you will have fully satisfied the academic requirements for Incorporated Engineer status and have a well-defined path to
Chartered Engineer status with the IMechE and the Engineering Council.
Career prospects
The UK motor industry employs thousands of graduates each year and has a highly successful automotive industry. Whether your aspirations are
todesign the next new Mini or the latest executive saloon with an international pedigree, this course will prepare you to achieve them.
Graduates from Automotive Engineering typically obtain engineering roles within the sectorand our degree in Automotive Engineering provides the
right balance of education and practical experience to equip you for this exacting profession. There are alsopostgraduate learning opportunities open
through the department at MSc or PhD level.
Graduates from Automotive Engineering have gone on to secure roles with companies including:
Aston Martin
Bentley
BMW
Cummins
Ford
Jaguar Landrover
Nissan
Further study
Many students progress onto MSc or PhD programmes upon completion of a BEng or MEng degree. There are a range of MSc programmes offered
by the department enabling BEng graduates to specialise in a specific engineeing field or for MEng graduates there are PhD opportunities.
Course brochures and further information
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Motorsport Engineering (FdEng, Bridgwater College) (/courses/undergraduate/motorsport-engineering-fdeng-at-bridgwater-college/)
Motorsport Technology (/Courses/Undergraduate/Motorsport-Technology/)
Motorsports - Performance and Automotive Technology (FdEng) (/Courses/Undergraduate/Motorsports-Performance-and-Automotive-
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Teaching and learning

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Specific entry requirements

English language requirements

International and EU applications

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English requirements for visas

Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

Why Oxford is a great place to study this course

Support for students studying Automotive Engineering

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