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Automotive
Engineering

Gain a firm grounding in the principles of automotive engineering with experience of cutting-edge technology.

The automotive industry is synonymous with creativity and innovation. In the UK, companies like BMW, Ford, Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan and Toyota are supported by a huge network of manufacturers, employing highly-skilled engineers at the forefront of their field and internationally recognised for the solutions they create. The UK is also home to seven of the world's 10 Formula One teams.

Our Automotive Engineering degrees provide the skills and knowledge you need to stand out from the crowd. You'll develop an in-depth understanding of the classical principles of Engineering by following a general engineering programme at the start of your time with us. You can then specialise in Automotive Engineering, combining a firm grounding in the principles of automotive engineering with experience of cutting-edge technology.

Coventry is at the heart of the UK's automotive sector and the National Automotive Innovation CentreLink opens in a new window is based on campus. There are plenty of opportunities for individual and group project work on topics such as gearbox analysis, autonomous vehicles, examining flywheel energy storage, and developing an electric powered racing motor cycleLink opens in a new window and IMechE Formula Student racing carsLink opens in a new window

By gaining skills ranging from mechanical design, vehicle attributes, electronic systems, manufacturing techniques, management, ergonomics and human perception of things such as noise, vibration and performance, you'll graduate as a well-rounded automotive engineer equipped for a broad range of career options.

  • BEng Automotive Engineering (H330)
  • MEng Automotive Engineering (H335)

Engineering students at Warwick develop an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of engineering by following a general engineering programme at the start of their time with us. Thereafter, those specialising in Automotive Engineering will combine a firm grounding in the principles of automotive engineering with experience of cutting-edge technology.

If you aspire to achieve Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, a degree from Warwick is a great starting point. The majority of our degrees are accredited by licensed professional engineering institutions, such as the IET, IMechE and JBM and provide the academic component (in part or fully) needed for Chartered Engineer status.

Entry requirements are published on the University website:

BEng Automotive Engineering 2025Link opens in a new window

MEng Automotive Engineering 2025Link opens in a new window

Applications are made through UCAS. Further information and guidance about the admissions process is available on the University websiteLink opens in a new window.

Come and see for yourself what Warwick is all about! Our University Open DaysLink opens in a new window give you the chance to visit the School of Engineering, see the facilities, meet staff and students, tour the campus and get a real feel for life at Warwick. If you apply to study at Warwick and are subsequently made an offer, you may also be invited to an Offer Holder Open Day.

We offer flexible degree programmes that enable you to experience a range of engineering disciplines before you decide to specialise.

All first year students study a general engineering programme, which is much favoured by industry. After the first year, you can specialise in Automotive Engineering, choose another specialism or continue on the general engineering pathway.

Students can also switch from the three-year BEng to the four-year MEng degree if academic requirements and regulations are met, and from the MEng to the BEng if they prefer to graduate earlier.

The course structure below is relevant to students applying for entry in 2025.


Year 1

In your first year you will be taught the fundamentals of engineering, which you will build on in later years according to your interests.

Core modules

Year 2

Core modules
Examples of optional modules
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Starting a Business
  • Introduction to Secondary Mathematics/Physics Teaching
  • A Modern Foreign Language

Year 3

Core modules
Examples of optional modules
  • Automation and Robotics
  • Automotive Group Project
  • Vehicle Electrification Fundamentals
  • Finite Element Methods
  • Project Management

Year 4 (MEng only)

Core modules
Examples of optional modules
  • Advanced Robotics
  • Quality Systems
  • Renewable Energy
  • Simulation of Operations

The information on this page is applicable for 2025 entry. Detailed information for each module can be found on this webpage.

There may be some changes to this degree for 2025 entry. Changes to core and optional modules go through the University's rigorous academic processes. As changes are confirmed, we will update the course information on this webpage. It is therefore very important that you check this webpage for the latest information before you apply and prior to accepting an offer.

Intercalated degrees

Students may choose to spend a year in industry, research or study abroad between years two and three, or between year three and four for MEng. If you choose to take an intercalated year, this will be reflected in your degree title, and add a year to your degree programme.

Tuition fees

Please see the University website for details of tuition fees, financial support and the cost of living.

Scholarships

The School of Engineering is privileged to attract high fliers and seeks to recognise and promote achievement, talent, ideas, hard work and diversity. We regularly offer a number of scholarships.

By gaining skills ranging from mechanical design, electronic systems, manufacturing techniques, management, ergonomics and human perception of things such as noise, vibration and performance, you'll graduate as a well-rounded automotive engineer equipped for a broad range of career options. You will also build skills in research, design and innovation, communication and leadership, able to adopt a multidisciplinary approach to solving engineering problems.

We'll help you to stand out from the crowd and gain that important first step on your career journey.

Find out more

 The engineering degree at Warwick includes an important business and operations management aspect to it. This is something that I wanted as I believe it can provide a very important competitive advantage once I enter the professional world. 

 

Angel, 3rd year Automotive Engineering student

Why Warwick?

Essential information

UCAS code
H330 (BEng)
H335 (MEng)

Duration
BEng 3 years full time
MEng 4 years full time
30 weeks per academic year

Application deadline
29 January 2025

Location of study
University of Warwick, Coventry

Tuition fees
Find out more about fees and funding.

Other course costs
There may be costs associated with other items or services such as academic texts, course notes, and trips associated with your course. For further information on the typical additional costs please see the University course pages.Link opens in a new window

Enquiries
For all enquiries on our Engineering degrees, please contact engadmissions at warwick dot ac dot uk

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How to apply

This information is applicable for 2025 entry.