Automotive Engineering
University of Leeds
UCAS Code: H335 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
A*AA including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry, with the A* in Mathematics or Physics if presented. Where an A-level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-level at the stated grade. Excludes A-level General Studies or Critical Thinking.
Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, with Distinction, to include Mathematics, Calculus, Further Calculus and Physics or Chemistry.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D2, D3, D3 including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry, where the D2 must be in either Mathematics or Physics.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language at grade C (4) or above, or an appropriate English language qualification.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36 points overall, with 18 points at higher level to include 6 points in higher level Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1 H1 H2 H2 H2 H2, including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry where a H1 must be in either Mathematics or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD (RQF) in an Engineering-related BTEC and grade A in A-Level Maths. Please note - there may be different requirements for the older QCF BTEC's, please contact Admissions.
Scottish Higher
AA at Advanced Higher level including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry, and AAAAA at Higher level.
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About this course
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Automotive Engineering is rapidly changing and with hybrid, electric and autonomous vehicle technology replacing traditional internal combustion engines, a new generation of engineers need to be trained.
The UK is leading the way in green transport and climate change prevention and from 2035 all new vehicles sold in the UK will have to be electric. On this course, you will learn both traditional automotive engineering and electric, hybrid (BEng) and autonomous (MEng) vehicle technology.
This course will give you in-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering through modules common to all our programmes, as well as the specialist knowledge and skills to work in today’s rapidly changing automotive industry. You’ll prepare to meet key challenges, such as designing sustainable hybrid and electric vehicles that meet rising safety and performance standards in a cost-effective way. To do this, you’ll develop an awareness of the commercial issues that impact on design and production processes.
Our close links with industry ensure that you’ll be prepared to meet the most pressing needs of the automotive sector, and project work in every year will allow you to put theory into practice and prepare for your future career. From your first day on this course you will be encouraged to join our Formula Student team, Leeds Gryphon Racing and engage in the development of an IC, electric or autonomous race car. Early participation in Formula Student has helped some of our students to secure industrial placements with leading automotive companies, formula electric and formula one teams.
The Uni
University of Leeds
School of Mechanical Engineering
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Graduates are in significant demand, so unemployment rates are well below the national graduate average and starting salaries are well above average. Much the most common industries for these graduates are now vehicle manufacture - there are not enough people with these degrees to go round and so the big employers tend to take the lion's share at the moment. But pretty much anywhere there is manufacturing, there are production engineers. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.
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