Program Overview
The Motorsport Engineering at University of Derby is a MEng programme in Engineering over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Motorsport Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 11,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Buxton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Motorsport Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Motorsport and Motorcycle Technical Applications
- Applied Scientific Methods 1
- Computer Aided Design
- Materials and Manufacturing Processes
- Professional Development and Business Accountability
- Engineering Design and Workshop Technology.
- Motorsport Power Train technology
- Motorsport Chassis Engineering
- Motorsport Electronics
- Engineering Design Modelling
- Advanced Applied Analytical Methods 2
- Design for manufacture and Materials Optimisation
- Structural Analysis and Materials.
- Advanced Power Train Engineering
- Motorsport Chassis Design and Dynamics
- Advanced Engineering Materials and Applications
- Independent Study and Professional Development \x96 Motorsport (double module)
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Advanced Engineering Design Modelling.
- Advanced Internal Combustion Engine Thermosciences
- Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Integrated Control Systems.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- UCAS points - 128 (up to 16 from AS-levels).
- A-level - At least a C in Maths at A-level (or equivalent qualification), and at least one other Science A-level of either Physics or Design Technology.
- GCSE - Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Maths and English.
- IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas).
- Pearson Test of Academic English: 51
- Cambridge English Scale: B2\xc2\xa0
- London Tests of English: level 4 for undergraduate courses is accepted.
- International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C
- International GCSE English or English as a Second Language: Grade C.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Derby directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Derby
University of Derby
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Derby is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 48 months