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Automotive and Motorsport Engineering with Foundation Year
- Study level:
- Undergraduate
Course summary
Have a passion for the automotive industry or the motorsport sector? Curious about the future of vehicle technologies, including hybrid and electric technologies?
Our integrated foundation degrees are for those of you who possess the capability to pursue a degree but do not have the pre-requisite qualifications to directly apply to your desired course. The duration of the foundation element is one year, and, if you successfully pass, you will automatically progress on to the degree.
This Automotive and Motorsport Engineering course will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of mechanics, dynamics, heat transfer and fluid flow with manufacturing technologies so you’ll be ready to play a role in creating a cleaner, safer, more sustainable future for generations to come.
From fuel cells to the challenges of vehicle autonomy, you’ll learn a lot in this course. You’ll get to dive deeply into core automotive and motorsport subjects, with the opportunity to learn more about topics such as propulsion systems, power transfer, chassis dynamics.
You’ll also be gaining real-world experience in this course by working on projects that present you with real-world problems and scenarios, all in preparation for a potentially exciting role in the automotive industry and similar sectors. Studying Automotive and Motorsport Engineering doesn't just lead to a career, it's a gateway to improved prospects, increased earning potential, and the ability to shape your own path in the ever-evolving landscape of Engineering.
Why Study Automotive and Motorsport Engineering with Foundation Year BEng(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?
An optional industrial work placement in your area of interest is available to you after your third year in the course, allowing you to put your knowledge and skills to the test at sites in the UK and abroad. Your employment prospects and career goals could be boosted, thanks to our strong industrial relationships with partners such as Nissan, Toyota, BMW, Jaguar, Cummins Turbo Technologies, Eaton Transmissions and BBA Friction.
Professional Bodies
At Huddersfield, you’ll study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree†so that you gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is.
†full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerates or apprenticeship degrees.
Why Huddersfield?
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
Modules
Year 1 modules include:
• Communication and Research
• Foundation Mathematics
• Engineering Investigative Studies
• Foundations of Engineering.
To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.
Assessment method
A variety of assessment strategies will be used depending on the type and nature of the module. These include reports on laboratory experiments, laboratory-based assignments, and projects.
Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N004
- Institution code:
- H60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
Apply by
29 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:
- N004
- Institution code:
- H60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits
or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
64 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
In addition, you must have GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C, or above in the previous grading scheme.
T Level - Pass (D or E)
on core.
Other suitable skills or experience will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of Pre-Sessional English Programmes (https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessional-english/).
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements pages. https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/courses-and-entry-requirements/international-entry-requirements/
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Whilst we do not use contextual data as part of our decision making, an offer below the publicised entry criteria may be made in exceptional circumstances. This might be where there is evidence supplied by the applicant and/or referee that the applicant’s grades may have been affected by individual extenuating circumstances or in relation to performance at an interview.
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £17600* | Year 1 |
| International | £17600* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
This information sets out the tuition fee charges for full-time undergraduate students for the academic year 2024/25. This webpage will be updated with 2025/26 tuition fees as information becomes available.
Tuition fees will cover the cost of your study at the University as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision and examinations. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see Fees and finance - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/
If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
Please email the Student Finance Office (sfo@hud.ac.uk) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Sponsorship information
Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships
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School of Computing and Engineering - Admissions
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