Automotive Engineering

University of Huddersfield
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineering

About this course

Looking to start or develop your career in the UK automotive industry? An MSc in Automotive Engineering from The University of Huddersfield can prepare you for that.

Our advanced course is designed to satisfy the needs of graduate mechanical engineers or those who wish to redirect their careers towards automotive engineering and automotive system design.

The main aims of this course are to: • Extend current knowledge towards their application within aspects of automotive science and the design of a modern land vehicle sub-system • Develop social awareness and responsibilities of engineers in society • Provide the opportunity to develop research competence through an advanced directed research project • Provide the opportunity to apply high-level analytical software towards the design and packaging of complex assemblies.

Why study Automotive Engineering at Huddersfield?

The UK automotive industry is a thriving and highly competitive sector requiring professionals with a sound understanding of engineering principles. Our Automotive Engineering MSc enables you to deepen your knowledge and skills as a professional in this industry.

A vibrant town surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a friendly and diverse place from which to study, offering lots of things to do and see.

Top 3 Reasons to Study Automotive Engineering at Huddersfield 1. Knowledge – Learn from our team of professional engineers and technicians with experience in the engineering management field. 2. Accreditation – For those pursuing a Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, the course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). 3. Boosted Career Prospects – 94.1% of our graduates from the School of Computing and Engineering were in work or further study 15 months after graduation*.

*HESA Graduate Outcomes 18/19

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2129 Engineering professionals
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
2126 Aerospace engineers
3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
1252 Garage managers and proprietors

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Huddersfield
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering