London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BEng (Hons) in Automotive Engineering with Placement Year in Uxbridge United Kingdom | Brunel University of London
Brunel University of London
|
Uxbridge United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,615
(c. USD31,473.6)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Brunel Automotive Engineering BEng equips students passionate about motor vehicles with specialized skills to excel as professional engineers in the rapidly evolving automotive sector. Alongside core mechanical engineering principles—covering mathematics, engineering science, and design—you'll develop comprehensive expertise in modern and emerging automotive technologies. The program explores every facet of automotive development and production, from vehicle design and performance to powertrain systems, materials, structural integrity, and safety features. You'll gain practical experience diagnosing and solving engineering challenges encountered during vehicle construction and testing. Our BEng in automotive engineering holds accreditation from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). Students can select between a three-year full-time program or a four-year version incorporating a professional placement year to apply classroom knowledge in industry settings. Those enrolled in the standard program may switch to the placement option anytime before completing Level 2.
Career prospects
Choosing the sandwich course includes a paid industrial placement where you'll implement academic learning. Numerous students secure permanent positions with their placement employers.
Brunel's automotive engineering degree commands strong industry recognition, with alumni occupying technical and leadership roles across major automotive firms. Graduates have joined prestigious organizations including Jaguar Land Rover, Aston Martin, McLaren Automotive, Ricardo, Nissan Technical Centre Europe, Bentley Motors, Ford, BMW (Mini), Lotus Cars, Tata Motors, BP, MAHLE Powertrain, Cummins, JCB, Perkins, and Delphi.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
GCE A-level AAB-BBB including Maths and one of the following subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths and General Studies not accepted).
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Further Mathematics for Technicians and Further Mechanical or Further Electronic /Electrical Principles modules.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
BTEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (RQF) DD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinction in Further Mechanical or Electrical Principles (QCF), Engineering Principles & Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems (RQF), AND A-Level Maths at grade B (Use of Maths not accepted).
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (RQF) D in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with A-Levels grades BB to include Grade B in Maths and Grade B in one of the following subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, or Design and Technology (Use of Maths and General Studies not accepted).
International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths and Higher Level 5 in one of the following subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography, or Design Technology.
Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma Engineering with 45 credits at Level 3. All Maths and Science units must be Distinctions at level 3.
Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year courses For Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year progression requirements, see the course page.
T levels : For subjects accepted and grade requirements please contact the admissions office.
A minimum of five GCSEs are required, including GCSE Mathematics grade C or grade 4 and GCSE English Language grade C or grade 4 or GCSE English Literature grade B or grade 5.
IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas)
TOEFL: 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Further Mathematics for Technicians and Further Mechanical or Further Electronic /Electrical Principles modules.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
BTEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (RQF) DD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinction in Further Mechanical or Electrical Principles (QCF), Engineering Principles & Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems (RQF), AND A-Level Maths at grade B (Use of Maths not accepted).
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (RQF) D in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with A-Levels grades BB to include Grade B in Maths and Grade B in one of the following subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, or Design and Technology (Use of Maths and General Studies not accepted).
International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths and Higher Level 5 in one of the following subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography, or Design Technology.
Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma Engineering with 45 credits at Level 3. All Maths and Science units must be Distinctions at level 3.
Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year courses For Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year progression requirements, see the course page.
T levels : For subjects accepted and grade requirements please contact the admissions office.
A minimum of five GCSEs are required, including GCSE Mathematics grade C or grade 4 and GCSE English Language grade C or grade 4 or GCSE English Literature grade B or grade 5.
IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas)
TOEFL: 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
Tuition
GBP
23,615