Sustainability is transforming the automotive sector. Learn the technological skills needed to shape how the future of mobility will look.

Our master's supports you to further your education to specialise in automotive technology. The sector needs to find more sustainable technological solutions for the future of vehicular mobility. And as it evolves, it needs people with the skills to not only keep up with change but also to lead it. Our course helps prepare you for this and covers areas such as advanced propulsion systems, sustainable mobility and innovation.

We’ll introduce you to key scientific principles and give you specialist insight into the subject to help you build on your existing skills. You'll explore the impact of a range of applications and technologies, analysing past failures and predicting future challenges and successes. You’ll develop systems-thinking approaches to understand the breadth of issues faced in the sector such as moral, ethical and sustainability.

Through group projects and a dissertation, you'll explore the application of one or more technologies in depth. You’ll focus on technology roadmapping, supported by holistic assessments such as life-cycle analysis. You'll also study current and future business models, considering how to balance economic growth with impact on society.

Compare our courses and learning pathways to find the right one for you.

Learn from experts in the field

You’ll learn from academics active in researching the latest in automotive engineering. They transfer this research knowledge to your learning experience so you get the benefit of their expertise. We also have good links with industry around the world, and invite guest speakers to share their knowledge and experience with you.

Use specialist facilities

Throughout the course, you'll attend laboratory sessions run on our bespoke facilities that demonstrate the principles of current and future vehicles. You'll also be able to draw on the staff expertise and facilities of our Institute for Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (IAAPS).

From course to career

Our students go on to work in engineering and specialist technical roles in the automotive industry. They are likely to work in roles that use skills in product design, development and innovation. These can be found at vehicle manufacturers, tier 1 suppliers, SMEs and consultancies. Our past graduates have secured jobs as:

• Calibration engineer, Ford Motor Company Ltd
• Product engineer, Renault
• Engineering consultant, D'Appolonia

Play our alumni spotlight videos to hear from some of our automotive graduates.

• IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
• The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
• TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components

You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course.

If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.