Motorsport Engineering

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineering

UCAS Points

80 points

About this course

Do you love high-speed racing cars and want to work in motorsport engineering? Our Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Motorsport Engineering offers a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and the latest motorsport technologies. This course will help you solve real-world engineering problems and develop skills to become a design engineer.

In this course, you will focus on high-performance racing vehicles. You will learn about how they ride and handle, and how their engines perform. You will use industry-standard tools like Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Data Acquisition, and advanced simulation software.

You will study advanced topics such as engine design, powertrain design, vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and electrical control. Working on individual and group projects will give you valuable practical experience, preparing you for a career in the automotive and motorsport sectors.

Our modules also include environmental considerations, teaching you about sustainable design and technology. This knowledge will give you many job opportunities. You can join extracurricular activities to apply your classroom knowledge to real-life motorsport projects.

Join us and start your journey in the exciting field of motorsoport engineering. Gain the skills and knowledge you need to progress to our Motorsport Engineering BEng.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 80 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Swansea
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering