Automotive Engineering

University of Staffordshire
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 17 Months Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineering

About this course

Our Automotive Engineering MSc will give you an in-depth insight into the key technological ideas that are driving automotive design and their practical application.

The course has been designed with industry partners. You’ll learn using the latest computer-based analysis and design techniques in the automotive industry. You’ll gain knowledge of a range of industry standard software and hardware.

Your understanding of the theoretical aspects of automotive engineering will be enhanced by practical application whether by virtual simulation or by working on real vehicles in our advanced automotive workshop.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MSc Automotive Engineering

Course content

You’ll take eight taught modules covering aspects of vehicle design, finite element analysis, advanced engine design, vehicle handling and aerodynamics.

You’ll choose a major personal project for the submission of a written thesis. The subject area can meet your career aspirations and interest.

Study Options

This course is available in 3 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 17 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Full-time with year in industry

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 12 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2129 Engineering professionals
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
1252 Garage managers and proprietors
2126 Aerospace engineers
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
2123 Electrical engineers

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
17 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Stoke-on-Trent
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering