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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Motorsport Engineering

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Motorsport Engineering course at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Motorsport Engineering or another course from the same subject area.

Automotive engineering
SubjectGrade
MathematicsD
PhysicsB
Business StudiesC
ChemistryE
Computer ScienceC
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: H336

Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Motorsport Engineering course.

Are you fascinated by high-speed racing cars and want to work in the motorsport engineering industry? Our motorsport engineering degree offers a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and the latest motorsport technologies. This programme focuses on solving real-world engineering problems and helps you become a skilled design engineer.

The degree centres around high-performance racing vehicles, teaching you about their ride and handling requirements as well as powertrain performance and efficiency. You’ll learn to use industry-standard tools like Computer-Aided Design, Data Acquisition, and advanced simulation software. These tools include Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA), essential for investigating and perfecting vehicle designs.

You will explore specialist areas such as advanced engine design, powertrain design, vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and electrical control. Independent and group projects will help you deepen your knowledge in these areas. These projects provide valuable practical experience, preparing you for a career in the automotive and motorsport sectors.

Environmental considerations are a key part of our modules, ensuring that you learn about sustainable design and technology. This knowledge opens a wide range of employment opportunities. Additionally, you can take part in extracurricular activities that allow you to apply your classroom knowledge to real-life motorsport applications.

The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UK-SPEC.

Source: University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Department

Engineering

Location

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea | Swansea

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Automotive engineering

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£15,600 per year
International£15,600 per year

The modules you will study

At our university, we believe in a hands-on approach to learning. Our motorsport engineering degree blends theory with practical experience, ensuring you gain the skills needed to excel in the motorsport engineering industry. You’ll work on real-world projects, preparing you for a successful career.

Year 1

In the first year, you will be introduced to core mechanical engineering principles and design engineering. You’ll learn to use Computer-Aided design and data analysis tools. This foundation will prepare you for more advanced topics and give you the basic skills needed for practical experience in the field.

Compulsory

Analytical Methods (20 credits) Engineering Design & Materials (20 credits) Engineering Science (20 credits) Electrical Control Systems (20 credits) Workshop & Practice (20 credits) Motorsport Technology (20 credits)

Year 2

The second year focuses on high-performance racing vehicles and their ride and handling requirements. You’ll study vehicle dynamics, powertrain performance and efficiency, and aerodynamics. Advanced simulation tools like Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) will be used to investigate and enhance vehicle designs.

Compulsory

Motorsport Dynamics (20 credits) Alternative Propulsion Systems (20 credits) Thermodynamics & Combustion (20 credits) Engineering Management (20 credits) Group Design Project (20 credits) Stress Analysis & CAE (20 credits)

Year 3

In your final year, you’ll delve into specialist areas such as powertrain design, and electrical control. You will work on independent and group projects, applying your knowledge to real-life Motorsport applications. The course also covers the environmental aspects of design and technology, preparing you for a broad range of employment opportunities.

Compulsory

Independent Project (40 credits) Advanced Motorsport Dynamics (20 credits) Contemporary Powertrain Design (20 credits) Structural Design & Fluid Analysis (20 credits) Automotive Materials & Sustainability (20 credits)

How you will be assessed

The course is assessed by a mixture of coursework, phase tests, presentations, vivas and examinations.

University of Wales Trinity Saint David student reviews

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David students who took the Motorsport Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

97%

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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

87%

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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

92%

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

87%

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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

92%

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

92%

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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

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How well organised is your course?

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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

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Student information

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Motorsport Engineering or another course from the same subject area.

Automotive engineering
Number of students20
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

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Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David graduates who took Motorsport Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.

Engineering

Earnings

£32.1k

First year after graduation

£33.9k

Third year after graduation

£39.8k

Fifth year after graduation

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Source: LEO

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