BEng (Hons) Sustainable Automotive Engineering (with an industrial placement year) in Brighton United Kingdom | University of Sussex

The automotive sector is placing growing emphasis on sustainability. Vehicle producers and component suppliers are examining ways to integrate eco-friendly practices throughout vehicle design and production cycles.

At Sussex, our program addresses multiple dimensions of sustainable automotive engineering. Throughout this course, you will:

acquire core engineering competencies spanning materials science, production techniques, mechanical principles, and electrical systems
develop expertise in computer-aided design, coding, and computational modeling
investigate clean propulsion technologies, next-gen automotive innovations, electric powertrains, and vehicle performance characteristics.
Our cutting-edge research directly informs classroom instruction. You'll learn from our Dynamics, Control, and Vehicle research group's pioneering work, which includes projects on vehicle diagnostic systems, smart control units, and self-driving technologies.

You'll have access to our state-of-the-art Future Technologies Labs, featuring advanced computing resources and modern robotics/automation equipment. Our specialized manufacturing workshop includes CNC machining and additive manufacturing capabilities. Through Formula Student initiatives, you'll collaborate on designing and constructing competitive electric race cars.

Throughout your studies, you'll receive guidance from dedicated faculty advisors and peer mentors. Our strong industry connections with leading automotive firms provide valuable networking opportunities. Graduates emerge equipped to tackle evolving industry demands, particularly those concerning environmental responsibility and sustainable innovation.