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- Opportunity to gain experience with UWR
- Access to open automotive workspace
- Rap-around race simulator technology
- Accredited by Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
- Accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineering (IMechE)
School of Engineering
BEng (Hons) Motorsport Engineering
BEng (Hons) Part-time 6 years, Full-time 3 years
The highly bespoke motorsport engineering course is for those applicants who wish to focus on all aspects of modern race vehicles, from high performance engines, hybrid power and power delivery, to aerodynamics, vehicle stability mechanisms and methodologies.
The highly bespoke motorsport engineering course is for those applicants who wish to focus on all aspects of modern race vehicles, from high performance engines, hybrid power and power delivery, to aerodynamics, vehicle stability mechanisms and methodologies.
Award
BEng (Hons)
Start date(s)
25 September 2023
UCAS Code
H033
Course specifications
Course length
Part-time (6 years),Full-time (3 years)
Campus location
University Telford Campus
School
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Just seeing what they had available to students in terms of the learning, but also the extra-curricular activities in terms of motorsport and race teams, I knew straight away that was what I wanted to be doing and where I wanted to be. Finding a course specifically focused on motorsport engineering was a real big thing for me.
What's unique about this course?
Why choose this course?
This course is accredited by Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
The highly bespoke motorsport engineering course is for those applicants who wish to focus on all aspects of modern race vehicles. From high performance engines, use of hybrid power and power delivery, to the high-performance end of spectrum of aerodynamics and vehicle stability mechanisms and methodologies.
The modules range from track-side and creative to relevant technical modules which give the basis for technical study, such as mathematics, science, thermodynamics, and liquid mechanics. Contextualisation of all course content ensures the maximum industrial relevance along with pace being kept to extremely fast moving and often restricted industrial technologies.
Virtual technologies feature heavily in the course, as a valuable industrial tool to reduce lead times in the conceptualisation of prototype vehicles, it is an essential aspect of the modern engineer, the basics of solid modelling (3D CAD) are taught initially and used to develop designs, leading into the use of FEA (finite element analysis) and CFD (computational fluid dynamics) to assess various designs and prototypes.
A variety of race cars (including a Formula Renault, Formula 3 and a Morgan Challenge race car) are utilised to demonstrate technical concepts and are raced internationally by our own professional driver. Students with the right team work and communication skills can apply to be considered for the UWR race team, which will include pit-crew responsibilities.
What happens on the course?
The overall aim of this course is to ensure graduates have a comprehensive engineering education combined with specialist knowledge of Motorsport Engineering, as recognised in the professional engineering community by an accredited degree. This ensures that graduates are equipped with the appropriate knowledge and enterprising spirit to practise professionally and ethically.
Thus, the course will:
- address industry’s demand for graduates who can apply the principles of Motorsport Engineering to the analysis and synthesis of products and systems across the Motorsport Engineering sector
- enable students to pursue professional careers in Motorsport Engineering at a level which requires the exercise of sound judgement, and initiative, and the ability to make informed decisions in complex and unpredictable circumstances that reflect a responsible, ethical, and socially aware outlook
- furnish students with a detailed understanding of the principles of Motorsport Engineering, combining and considering all its associated facets, enabling the rational selection of the most appropriate technology mix to solve engineering problems
- encourage practical, intellectual and transferable skills in Motorsport Engineering to be demonstrated through a staff lead club activities, being personally micro-managed at student level develop a fundamental core of knowledge, understanding and practical skills at an appropriate level to permit the bearer to apply taught theory to industrially relevant project work
Course Modules
Potential Career Paths
Additional Information
Everything you need to know about this course!
| Location | Mode | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Full-time | £9250 per year | 2022-23 |
| Home | Full-time | £9250 per year | 2022-23 |
| Home | Full-time | £9250 per year | 2023-24 |
| Home | Part-time | £3120 per year# | 2022-23 |
| Home | Part-time | £3120 per year# | 2022-23 |
| International | Full-time | £13450 per year | 2022-23 |
| International | Full-time | £13450 per year | 2022-23 |
| International | Full-time | £14450 per year | 2023-24 |
Additional Course Costs
Students can apply to be considered for the race team, which will include pit-crew responsibilities. Additional costs could include accommodation, travel and subsistence that will be incurred when taking part in race meetings
Further information on these additional costs will be provided prior to the start of your studies
The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed
- 104 UCAS points
- A Levels - grades BCC including Maths and either a Technology or Science-based subject
- BTEC L3 Extended Diploma (Technology or Science-based subject) or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma (Technology or Science-based subject) - grades DMM
- Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (104 UCAS points equivalence) in a Maths, Science or Technology based subject.
Use the UCAS Tariff calculator to check your qualifications and points
Students must usually have studied for a minimum of two years post GCSE level. However, we will consider applications from mature students who do not have two years of post-16 study, where they have relevant work experience. Please see http://wlv.ac.uk/mature for further information.
If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.
International entry requirements and application guidance can be found at http://www.wlv.ac.uk/international/apply
English language requirements also apply
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status):
Most students will be able to apply for a loans to pay for these subject to eligibility. To find out more information please refer to the government Student Finance website.
Changes for EU students:
The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as having Overseas Fee status. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.
Self-funding:
If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.
For more information please contact the Gateway.Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:
If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.
We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.
Financial Hardship:
Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.
for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.Bursaries and Scholarships:
In addition the University also offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships packages
You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.
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