Automotive Engineering BEng/MEng

De Montfort University

United Kingdom, Leicester

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De Montfort University

United Kingdom , Leicester

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

H330

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,300 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Automotive Engineering BEng/MEng

About

Automotive engineering is one of the UK's most dynamic and innovative industries, at the forefront of a technological revolution in electric vehicles, autonomous systems, and sustainable transport. It offers a wide range of career opportunities in research, design, development, testing, and manufacturing.

Throughout the course, you’ll explore the core principles of automotive engineering, gaining in-depth knowledge in areas such as vehicle dynamics and control, powertrain systems (including electric and hybrid), chassis and suspension engineering, advanced simulation technologies (FEA and CFD), vehicle design and systems integration, and automotive materials and structures. The course combines hands-on experience with advanced theoretical learning, ensuring you will graduate with the skills and confidence to thrive in industry.

Graduates are well-equipped for careers across the automotive and motorsport sectors, including roles in vehicle dynamics, powertrain engineering, automotive project management, the defence industry, and vehicle testing and validation.

You can study Automotive Engineering as a three-year BEng (Hons) programme or as a four-year integrated master’s. At the end of the third year, you may choose to graduate with a BEng or continue to the fourth year to earn an MEng, subject to meeting the progression criteria.

Block teaching designed around you

You deserve a positive teaching and learning experience, where you feel part of a supportive and nurturing community. That’s why most students will enjoy an innovative approach to learning using block teaching, where you will study one module at a time. You’ll benefit from regular assessments – rather than lots of exams at the end of the year – and a simple timetable that allows you to engage with your subject and enjoy other aspects of university life such as sports, societies, meeting friends and discovering your new city. By studying with the same peers and tutor for each block, you’ll build friendships and a sense of belonging. Read more about block teaching.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Typical offer

UCAS points:

112 BEng / 120 MEng

A Level:

BBC / BBB

one A level must be at grade C or above in either Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology

BTEC Extended Diploma:

DMM / DDM

Contextual Offer:

DMU operates a generous contextual offer for students from underrepresented backgrounds in Higher Education.

This is a minimum of one to two grade reduction from our typical offer and full details including eligibility criteria can be found at dmu.ac.uk/contextual

T Levels:

Merit

Access to HE:

Pass in an Engineering, Physics or Mathematics QAA accredited Access to HE course, with at least 15 level 3 credits in the relevant subject at distinction.

International Baccalaureate (IB):

26 / 30

with Maths or Physics at higher level

Engineering Year Zero:

Pass

GCSEs:

5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths

Mature students

We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications.

Career

Where we could take you

Placements

Work placements are offered as part of this course through DMU Careers Team, and can boost your skills and experience while studying, as well as improving your chances of gaining a graduate level job.

We have links with organisations both in the UK and internationally, and the placements team will help you find a placement to suit your interests and aspirations.

Engineering students have undertaken placements at large organisations including Cummins, Caterpillar and the National Grid.

Graduate careers

Automotive Engineering opens the door to a wide range of exciting and rewarding career opportunities. Graduates are equipped with the technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and practical experience required to succeed in industries including automotive, motorsport, defence, manufacturing, energy, and transport.

The course equips you to address emerging challenges such as autonomous driving, cybersecurity, and sustainable materials, while also providing practical experience through work placements and industry-focused projects. This ensures you are fully prepared to transition into professional practice after graduation.

Some of our Engineering graduates are working for companies such as Toyota, Cummins Generator Technologies, Ricardo (McLaren Performance Engines), Vodafone and JCB.