Course Summary

Motorsport is the proving ground for the latest technology in the automotive industry. To be successful in motorsport requires good team working skills as well as knowledge and understanding of emerging technologies. This course will give you many opportunities for teamwork including getting involved with the Formula Student Racing Car project, where you will compete as a team representing UH against teams from other universities in producing the best design project. The course also focuses on technological aspects such as automotive design, chassis and powertrain technology, performance engine design and body engineering.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1: Motorsport and automotive technology; analytical techniques; materials and electrical science; mechanical experimental engineering; computing for business and technology; introduction to manufacturing technology; introduction to design; engineering statistics. Year 2: Thermofluid experimental engineering, vehicle design and aerodynamics; automotive electrical systems; simulation and analysis techniques; computer-aided design (CAD); computer-aided manufacture (CAM), engineering management; project management and product development. Year 3: Optional professional placement. Final Year: Individual major project; motorsport engineering; aerodynamics and engine design for motorsport; instrumentation and control systems; automotive chassis and power train technology; vehicle engineering design; automotive body engineering.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Aeronautical Society, Royal

Mechanical Engineers, Institute of

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: H331

Institution code: H36

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Minimum of 2 A levels

Engineering or technology diploma with merit profile

96 points from a minimum of 2 HL subjects at grade 4 or above

Diploma in engineering or technology based

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 With no less than 5.5 in any band or equivalent
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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

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Provider information

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Hatfield
AL10 9AB

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