BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering

Studying automotive engineering will equip you with vital skills in design, technology, and sustainability. This course offers hands-on experience, industry insights, and prepares you for a dynamic career in the rapidly evolving automotive sector.

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Typical offer: 120 – 128
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Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)
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UCAS code: H330
Course length: Various
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University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Institute code: H36
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Automotive Engineering

Course overview

As a graduate of automotive engineering, you will benefit from hands-on experience using the latest industry tools and techniques, and engage in specialised modules covering vehicle structures, engine performance, aerodynamics, materials, and manufacturing strategies. With a 30-year legacy of developing skilled engineers for the automotive industry, the automotive engineering course at Hertfordshire prepares you for a vibrant career in this innovative field. The program emphasises vehicle design while addressing performance, safety, consumer needs, and sustainability. Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, this degree is an essential step toward achieving chartered engineer status. Join Herts to drive the future of automotive technology.

Why choose this course?

The BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering degree at Herts will give you the knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in a career within the automotive industry.

Industry recognised equipment: Studying at Herts you will learn how to apply computer-aided engineering and industrial-standard software, recommended by the automotive industry advisory panel.

Placement year option: Previous BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering students have completed work placement years at companies including Bentley Motors, Rolls Royce Motor Cars, and Triumph Motorcycles.

Industry connections: As a student on the automotive engineering course, you will benefit from links with all the major UK automotive companies and most formula one racing teams have one of our graduates working in their design team, so your degree will open doors for you. Recent automotive engineering graduates have gone on to work at organisations including; JCB, Nissan, Ford Motor Company, Nissan Technical Centre Europe, Jaguar Land Rover and McLaren Automotive.

Learn from experts: As Herts is a member of the CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate) initiative, a global network of academic professionals, industry representatives, and engineering leaders passionate about engineering education and leadership, you will gain practical experience by applying the CDIO framework throughout your studies. This will allow you to engage in "design and build" projects, where you can put theory into practice and develop essential engineering skills.

Strong employment prospects: 93% of Herts graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22).

Professional accreditations

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

Our BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering course meets the academic requirement to be IMechE accredited, an independent professional association representing the engineering profession.

Chartered Engineers (CEng) 

Opportunities to register to CEng, an industry recognised title in the UK with many engineers and technicians achieving professional registration.

Your future career

An impressive 93% of Herts graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22).

Typical areas of work for automotive engineer graduates include:

vehicle manufacturing
design and test laboratories
motorsport
teaching or lecturing – with a postgraduate degree, you can teach automotive engineering

This programme prepares you for the many excellent career choices available to a professional automotive engineer. Our placement students sometimes return to their final year studies with sponsorships and already holding job offers. We have links with all the major automotive companies in the UK and many abroad, and most Formula One racing teams have one of our graduates in their design team.

Our graduates’ employment prospects are excellent. You can expect to be employed in design, manufacturing or testing in one of the major automotive companies in the UK or internationally. Many other graduates decide to stay at the University and extend their automotive education at a postgraduate level.

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What you'll study

Throughout this automotive engineering degree, you will benefit from a combination of theoretical and practical experience.

In the first year of your automotive engineering degree, you will study motorsport and automotive technology, engineering mathematics, the engineering applications of mathematics, materials and electrical science, mechanical science, an introduction to manufacturing technology, an introduction to design, and fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.

In your second year, you will study dynamics, thermofluid mechanics, advanced engineering mathematics, computer-aided engineering (CAE), structural mechanics, automotive electronics and control systems, integrated engineering systems design, as well as project management and product development.

In your third year, you have the option of completing an integrated one-year professional placement, or you can choose to study part of your degree abroad through student exchange programs with universities in the EU, USA, or Canada. In your third year of study, you will have a deep dive into vehicle engineering design, vibration, noise and vehicle dynamics, vehicle structural analysis and manufacturing, manufacturing strategies, the mechanics and properties of materials, thermofluid mechanics and heat transfer, as well as an individual major project. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in the development of the university’s entry for the Formula Student competition.

Level 4

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Engineering Mathematics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to enable students to explore mathematical techniques commonly used in engineering. Topics covered include functions frequently occurring in engineering applications, their manipulation and application, complex numbers, integration techniques, differentiation of functions of one or more variables, ordinary differential equations, determinants, matrices and vectors. A range of applications will support the mathematical content of the module.
Statics and Dynamics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module encompasses: 1. Statics (fundamental concept of units, forces, free body diagrams, moments, normal stresses, shear stresses, shear force-bending moment relationships). 2. Dynamics (dynamics concepts, velocity and acceleration, linear & angular motion, moment of inertia, application of free-body diagrams, work and energy principles, impulse-momentum principles). 3. Vibration (simple harmonic motion, vibrational motion in a single degree of freedom system)
Automotive Engineering Fundamentals	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module will introduce students to the fundamental terminology, science and technologies commonly used in the automotive industry. The module will provide practical opportunities for students to become familiar with the basic elements and practices associated with automotive engineering. Students will become familiar with the parts of a vehicle and gain an appreciation for how they are integrated together. Students will be able to explore some of the parameters used to assess vehicle performance and through laboratory work learn how to use standard equipment to measure the performance of a vehicle. The module will also introduce those methods that motorsport industry uses to enhance vehicles performance.
Applied Design	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the engineering design process, from brief through to manufacture, to devise a solution to a posed engineering problem. Design activities are accomplished in small teams, thereby developing skills in teamwork, communication and leadership. Project management techniques are addressed and employed with the purpose of effective time management. Students are exposed to the workshop environment, with the aim of constructing their solution. Students will test and operate their build to evaluate its performance compared to the specified design brief.
Electrical Science	15 Credits	Compulsory
Many mechanical systems rely on electrical circuits for power, sensing and actuation. This module introduces the principles of electrical circuits and introduces the fundamental concepts of electrical units and relationships, basic AC and DC circuit theory, digital systems, A/D and D/A conversion, and electro-mechanical principles and devices. You will gain a secure foundation in the fundamental concepts of circuits, devices and systems that underpin all branches of engineering. This will include study of the mathematical operations of AC quantities, including phasors, vectors and complex numbers, some key semiconductor devices and circuits involving diodes and transistors and a fundamental knowledge of the principles and construction of DC and AC machines, transformers and linear actuators.
Programming for Engineers	15 Credits	Compulsory
This course will enable the student to understand and appreciate the role of basic programming within engineering disciplines. This will be accomplished through applications of programming language with practical demonstrations to allow students gain insights into the application of their work. Topics for the lectures are given below, and will be accompanied by practical classes where students will write scripts and execute them to control a programmable circuit board. Introduction Computers, Software, Hardware and microcontrollers including UART Communications Problem solving, structure and pseudocode Variables Operators Conditionals Functions Loops Strings Files Debugging Future Research and Developments
Engineering Professionalism	15 Credits	Compulsory
Students will be introduced to their individual responsibilities and development to becoming professional engineers. Through relevant application of professionalism as students, they will develop skills and knowledge that will be transferable to industry practice or continued study. Using relevant academic research and industry examples students will learn about codes of conduct, relevant legislation, compliance and ethics as well as working in teams, leadership and management. The learning and assessment will be in conjunction with aligned and concurrent modules to allow this module to support and develop their skills for use in present application. The aim is to develop personal responsibility for their learning and professional development. Through industrial speakers and real case study examples students will be faced with real professional discussions and dilemmas.
Introduction to Mechatronic Systems (Automotive)	15 Credits	Compulsory
The intended learning outcomes are facilitated through a combination of approaches to learning and teaching mainly based on active experiential learning methods. These activities will be supported by the module team and by encouraging the students to access a variety of resources including available equipment and appropriate software packages. Students will be assessed, in groups as well as individually, by their ability to conceive, design, implement and operate a low-budget autonomous electromechanical device. The module will typically cover: Introduction to Project Management Techniques;/ Introduction to health and safety;/ CAD tools and prototyping;/ Introduction to design Intent and design process;/ Solid body modelling for design implementation (Physical models);/ Introduction to design for assembly and manufacture;/ Design validation process (Technical Performance Measure);/ Microcontroller programming; DC motors and control circuitry; Digital interfaces and sensors. Alongside the above-mentioned units, employability topics will be developed./ Examples related to the Automotive industry will be used.

Level 5

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Automotive Electronics and Control Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module will extend the students understanding of electronics and applications within automotive vehicles. It will also introduce students to control theory and how to apply it to automotive applications. The content will include a revision of electrical basics, electrical power generation within vehicles, components and automotive electronic systems, instrumentation, actuators and sensors, digital systems and communication, introduction to control loops, transient and steady state performance and controller design methods.
Fluid Mechanics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the fundamentals of fluid flow including hydrostatic thrusts on submerged surfaces, Reynolds number, pipework systems, viscous drag and aerodynamic drag and the principles of fluid machines.
Thermodynamics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the fundamentals of thermodynamics and provides a basis for higher-level modules in thermodynamics and heat transfer. Lectures and tutorials are accompanied by laboratory sessions in thermodynamics. Assessment is through laboratory reports, written coursework and an examination.
Materials in Engineering	15 Credits	Compulsory
Processing-microstructure-property relationships. Ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys. Forming and shaping methods. Ceramics. Polymers. Composite Materials. Corrosion. Creep, Fracture and fatigue. Non-destructive testing.
Automotive Sustainable Design	15 Credits	Compulsory
The intended learning outcomes are facilitated through a combination of approaches to learning and teaching mainly based on active experiential learning methods. These activities will be supported by the module team and by encouraging the students to access a variety of resources including available equipment and appropriate software packages. Students will be assessed, in groups as well as individually, by their ability to design and build a structure and/or device supporting the movement of a fluid.
Dynamics & Vibrations	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module Dynamics consists of three parts: Kinematics, concerned with the description of the motion of rigid bodies without considering the forces causing such motion. Kinetics, concerned with the forces causing the motion of rigid bodies. Vibration, concerned with the oscillations of a mechanical system. This module expands on the dynamics part of modules at level 4 and provides practical applications relevant to industrial design and analysis.
Automotive Structures	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module includes shear force-bending moment diagrams, beam theory, combined loading conditions, direct stress/strain, shear stress/strain, torsion of shafts, bending stresses in beams with unsymmetrical sections. This module will also establish competence in applying appropriate techniques for the analysis of stress and strain in vehicle structures and components.
Automotive Design	15 Credits	Compulsory
The intended learning outcomes are facilitated through a combination of approaches to learning and teaching mainly based on active experiential learning methods. These activities will be supported by the module team and by encouraging the students to access a variety of resources including available equipment and appropriate software packages. Students will be assessed, in groups as well as individually.

Level 6

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Industrial Placement	0 Credits	Optional
The optional placement year is undertaken in the academic year prior to the final year of study, and must meet University standard requirements for the length of placement to be considered for the conferment of "with Sandwich" upon graduation. Students undertake the placement within an organisation that can provide an appropriate learning experience within an engineering or general STEM environment/role. To be eligible for placement, students must normally have achieved sufficient credit at Levels 4 and 5 to be able to enter the final year upon completion of the placement. While the School and University actively support the placements process ultimately it is the placement company that will select students, normally through an interview process. During the placement, a member of School staff will be assigned to the student as a tutor and will monitor the student's progress during the placement period.
Year Abroad	0 Credits	Optional
The Year Abroad will provide students with the opportunity to expand, develop and apply the knowledge and skills gained in the first two taught years of the degree within a different organisational and cultural environment in a partner academic institution. The host institution will appoint a Programme Co-ordinator who will oversee the student's programme during the Year Abroad and will liaise with the appointed UH Supervisor.
Semester Abroad	0 Credits	Optional
The Semester Abroad will provide students with the opportunity to expand, develop and apply the knowledge and skills gained in the first two taught years of the degree within a different organisational and cultural environment in a partner academic institution. The host institution will appoint a Programme Co-ordinator who will oversee the student's programme during the Semester Abroad and will liaise with the appointed UH Supervisor.
Vibration, Noise & Vehicle Dynamics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to provide an understanding of: Vibration and dynamic responses of complex mechanical engineering systems and structures, this includes normal modes of vibration of both two and multi-degree of freedom systems. The forced response of these systems subject to harmonic excitations is also evaluated. The response of simple systems subject to random excitation is considered too. The nature of noise and to achieve the ability to measure, specify and analyse noise spectra. It encompasses vibration modelling of complex mechanical engineering systems and structures and their dynamic responses, and also noise control which is the analysis to limit and control the levels of noise emitted by machines/vehicles. Principles of noise absorption and techniques of noise control are examined with particular reference to internal vehicle noise/room acoustics. Modelling and analysing the effects of dynamic excitation on the handling, ride, vibration and noise responses of a vehicle. Vehicle suspension dynamic characteristics are examined with reference to the ride qualities of vehicles. The lateral handling characteristics of a simple vehicle model are examined, and its steady state responses are analysed.
BEng Individual Project (Automotive)	30 Credits	Compulsory
The major project in either third or fourth (sandwich awards) year of study can take several forms ranging from design oriented work to investigative work and placing their findings in the context of the application of real-world engineering. Project work gives students extensive knowledge of characteristics of particular equipment, processes, or products, and an understanding of a wide range of engineering materials and components (EP1p). The project title and topic are chosen to provide intellectual challenge appropriate to an honours programme of study. The student is expected to firstly identify and elucidate the problems, then to plan and execute a relevant programme of work. Assessment consists of three elements: Project Plan & Feasibility Study, Project Report and Project Defence (EP2p).
Connected Autonomous Vehicles	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module aims to develop a wide understanding of the challenges of these relatively new and innovative technologies; to develop the skill of interpreting a complex problem which humans beings solve instinctively into one for which a real time engineering solution can be proposed. This module sets out the fundamental knowledge for designing embedded systems in motor vehicles, with particular reference to 5G and CAN bus. The knowledge will be used to solve real life problems both by simulation and laboratory test. Each student will be asked to defend his or her solution to the problem to both staff and fellow students. There will be a least one External Visit either to the Hatfield Business Park Living Lab or Milton Keynes where trials of connected autonomous vehicles have recently been or are currently being conducted.
Renewable Energy and the Environment	15 Credits	Compulsory
This course will enable the student to understand and evaluate forms of renewable energy. This will include; solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, fuel cell, nuclear and micro energy sources. You will learn how to calculate the energy a system can generate, how it can be optimised and flaws in the technology. This will require our students to develop their creativity to enhance solutions, giving a taste for research and development job roles. Environmental acts - Climate change - Biodiversity - Triggers and effects Photovoltaics - Angle of Incidence - Chemistry - Stability - Flaws Wind Generation - Offshore - Onshore - Urban - Induction (magnetism) Thermal - Solar reflectors - Optics - Ground surveys - geothermal Hydropower - Dams - Offshore wave generation - Bernoulli s applied Fuel cells - Hydrogen - Hydrocarbon - CO2 storage - Chemistry Nuclear - Fusion and Fission Microgeneration - Piezoelectric - Thermoelectric - Solar Applications to Automotive and mechatronics Future Research and Developments
Automotive Powertrain Technology	15 Credits	Compulsory
This course will enable the student to understand and evaluate forms of renewable energy. This will include; solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, fuel cell, nuclear and micro energy sources. You will learn how to calculate the energy a system can generate, how it can be optimised and flaws in the technology. This will require our students to develop their creativity to enhance solutions, giving a taste for research and development job roles. Introduction - Engine basics - Applied thermo (Diesel and Otto Cycle) Force Air induction - Technology - Turbine equations - Bernoulli s Advanced engine cycles (6 stroke - Atkinson) ECO technology - Energy recuperation methods Fuel technology - Advanced fuel technology Hybrid electric vehicle setup Hybrid electric vehicle components - Wiring design - Safety - Power electronics Full Electric vehicle - Setup design - Battery selection - Motor selection Battery technology Future Research and Developments
Vehicle Design and Body Engineering	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to: Provide experience of automotive or motorsport design and the interactive requirements of engineering products, Extend the student's experience in the detail design and validation of vehicle components, units and systems, and Encourage a professional attitude to the application of engineering knowledge and skill, with specific reference to market/customer requirements, aesthetics, performance, cost, safety, legal requirements, standards and regulations. The structural analysis section of this module will extend the students skills learnt in previous modules, particularly FEA methods, to the analysis of vehicle bodies including the development of body-in-white modelling, crash worthiness and occupant protection. The Manufacturing section will further extend the students understanding of joining, forming and finishing techniques particularly applied in the modern automotive industry.
Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chains	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module will equip students to apply lean manufacturing techniques (a.k.a. The Toyota Production System ) to the manufacturing and other sectors, while also incorporating a systems thinking perspective to operations and in particular through an understanding of the theory of constraints. It will approach the topics initially from a historical perspective discussing the first principles of these practices as developed by Toyota. Students will then progress to applying these philosophies to current industrial and commercial contexts and applications.
BEng Individual Project (Automotive)	30 Credits	Compulsory
The major individual project occurs in either third or fourth (sandwich awards) year of study can take several forms ranging from design-oriented work to investigative work and research projects and placing their findings in the context of the application of real world engineering. Students are highly encouraged to propose their own topics for investigation. The project title and topic are chosen and moderated to provide an intellectual challenge appropriate to an honours programme of study in a specific engineering field. The student is expected to firstly identify and elucidate the problems through a critical review of a subject area and then plan, organise, and execute a significant individual programme of work related to a chosen field of study through the analysis and synthesis of results. Students should demonstrate initiative and creativity in applying skills, knowledge and experience gained from previous work in an individual practical, problem solving project. Student will be subjected to both end-point assessments and a continuous progress assessment that will assess the learning outcomes.

What if I need support?

You’ll have a personal tutor to guide you throughout your course, all the way to graduation. If you need additional support during your time with us, rest assured that we’ve got you covered. For help with study skills, including referencing, essay writing and presentations, you’ll have access to our academic support services. You can attend workshops, 1-to-1 sessions and online tutorials. Both our LRCs run drop-in study skills sessions. And the best thing is, it’s all free.

Optional sandwich year

Graduate with invaluable work experience alongside your degree and stand out from the crowd. This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a year in industry, typically between your second and third years of study. It’s a chance to explore career possibilities, make valuable contacts and gain sought after professional skills.

Research shows that over 70% of employers prefer students with work experience, which is why we believe work placements are career gold. Our Careers and Employment service are here to support you explore your options and make valuable contacts for your future career.

You’ll pay no tuition fee for this year and won’t need to worry about the details of your placement until your second year of study.

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Study Abroad offers the opportunity for an amazing experience, which will help make you stand out from the crowd. With more and more companies working internationally, experience of living in another country can make a great impression on future employers.

This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a sandwich year abroad. The University has partnerships with over 150 universities around the world, including the USA, Canada, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America and closer to home in Europe.

If you study abroad between your second and third year of study, you’ll pay no tuition fee to the partner university and no tuition fee to us either. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it.

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You’ll pay no tuition fee for this year and won’t need to worry about the details of your placement until your second year of study.

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Where you'll study

Your main campus is College Lane. This is where the creative arts, science and health-related subjects are based. This means you’ll share the campus with future nurses, scientists, artists and more. You can use the common rooms to relax with friends, work out in the 24-hour gym or have a drink in our on-campus bar. We also have restaurants for you to eat in or grab something on the go. Our Learning Resources Centres are open 24/7, which means you can study whenever suits you best. Want to pop over to the other campus? You can take the free shuttle bus or walk there in just 15 minutes.

Who you'll learn from

The School has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning with most modules delivered through a combination of traditional face to face teaching and distance learning through the university's StudyNet web based facility. StudyNet allows students to access electronic learning resources, electronic discussion with staff and other students, and, for some modules, submit coursework 24/7 from anywhere in the world! With a heavy emphasis on Computer Aided Engineering, the school has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible. The school also operate an open access laboratory policy of when possible students doing experiments in their own time.

You will be taught by our team of highly qualified academics, experienced in the field of automotive engineering. Additionally, you will have access to an academic support team, a well-being team, and a personal tutor who will help you navigate university learning and living. Working together, your teaching and support team is committed to assisting you in realising and achieving your full potential.

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How we support our students

At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible.

We offer a range of support services, from childcare to counselling, ensuring that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying, having fun, and have the support you need.

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Entry requirements

The University of Hertfordshire is committed to welcoming students with a wide range of qualifications and levels of experience. The entry requirements listed on the course pages provide a guide to the minimum level of qualifications needed to study each course. However, we have a flexible approach to admissions and each application will be considered on an individual basis.

Typical offer (UCAS points)	(enter tariff range)
Typical A Level offer	(enter range)
Typical IB offer	(enter range)
Typical BTEC offer	(enter range)
Typical T Level offer	(enter range)
GCSE	EG: Grade 4/C in English Language and 4/D Mathematics
Access courses	EG: An overall merit profile in 45 credits at Level 3.
Additional information	Find out more about our standard and contextual Undergraduate Entry Requirements.

English language	All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.
Additional information	Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

English language

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.

Additional information

Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

Typical offer (UCAS points)	120–128
Typical A Level offer	BBB–ABB Mandatory subjects: Mathematics and either Physics or Technology or engineering- based subjects, excluding General Studies/Critical Thinking
Typical IB offer	120–128 UCAS points from a minimum of two HL subjects at grade 4 or above, to include HL Mathematics and Physics
Typical BTEC offer	DDM Mandatory subjects: Extended Diploma in Engineering (DDM) to include Distinction in a Mathematics unit
Typical T Level offer	None
GCSE	Grade 4/C in English Language and 4/C Mathematics.
Access courses	Engineering diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at distinction to include maths or science or principles units. the remaining 15 L3 credits must be at merit.
Additional information	Find out more about our standard and contextual Undergraduate Entry Requirements.

English language	All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.
Additional information	Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

English language

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.

Additional information

Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

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UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status in the UK

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Fees and funding

At Herts, we’re dedicated to providing world-class teaching supported by industry-level facilities and incredible social spaces. We believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to higher education, and we strive to keep both our standard and additional costs as low as possible.

	Study type	Fees
UK students	Full time	£9,535 for the 2025/2026 academic year
EU students	Full time	£15,965 for the 2025/2026 academic year
International students	Full time	£15,965 for the 2025/2026 academic year

Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students. Please see the University’s Fees and Finance Policy (and in particular the section headed “When tuition fees change”), for further information about when and by how much the University may increase its fees for future years.

Scholarships, grants and bursaries	Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship, grant or bursary to support your studies.
Disabled Students' Allowance	The Disabled Students’ Allowance can cover any study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long term illness or any other disability.
Student loans	Find out about securing a student loan, from how much you could be eligible for to when you need to start making repayments.
Accommodation costs	We offer a great choice of student accommodation, on campus or nearby in the local area, to suit every student budget.
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Additional information
Applications open to international and EU students	Yes
Course length	Full Time, 3 YearsSandwich, 4 Years

BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering

Studying automotive engineering will equip you with vital skills in design, technology, and sustainability. This course offers hands-on experience, industry insights, and prepares you for a dynamic career in the rapidly evolving automotive sector.

Typical offer: 120 – 128

Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)

UCAS code: H330

Course length: Various

Location: University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Institute code: H36

Work placement option

Study abroad option

Course overview

Why choose this course?

Professional accreditations

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

Chartered Engineers (CEng)

Your future career

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Advice for other students and graduates

What you'll study

What if I need support?

Optional sandwich year

Work Placement

Study Abroad

Where you'll study

Who you'll learn from

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