BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

The BEng (Hons) in Automotive Engineering prepares you with hands-on skills and knowledge for a thriving career as an automotive engineer, while laying the educational foundation for advancement into management positions. Through diverse modules and project-based learning, you'll investigate modern automotive engineering, with an optional industrial placement year available. You'll learn from a skilled team of industry professionals, academic researchers, and technical specialists, supported by state-of-the-art laboratory resources that enable practical application of engineering concepts to real-world challenges.

With advanced laboratory facilities, the program delivers engaging, hands-on learning opportunities to implement engineering theories in practical scenarios. It's structured to develop both your technical abilities and professional awareness, considering automotive engineering within broader social, ethical, environmental, and economic frameworks. You'll be encouraged to explore innovative engineering solutions, challenging traditional methods when beneficial.

This IMechE-accredited program fulfills the academic criteria for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status and partially meets Chartered Engineer (CEng) requirements. Full CEng qualification can be achieved by completing an additional year for the MEng (Hons). Students certain about pursuing the MEng should apply directly for that program.

An integrated optional placement year provides valuable industry exposure and helps meet IMechE professional practice standards. Our strong industry connections and IMechE partnerships give students access to leading employers like Exxon Mobil, Caterpillar, and Nissan, with graduates securing positions at multinational corporations.

Career preparation is woven throughout Northumbria's Automotive Engineering program, emphasizing practical professional skills development through independent research and industry collaboration. The curriculum enhances employability, with options for industrial placements or international study between second and third years.

Academic advisors help students explore engineering career paths, while our dedicated Careers Service assists with part-time jobs, placements, and graduate employment. Graduates emerge ready for technical roles with clear pathways to management positions.

Program Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years with placement (sandwich)/study abroad option