Automotive Engineering MSc

Program Overview

The Automotive Engineering MSc program at Coventry University equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in automotive engineering, preparing them for careers in the automotive industry. The program covers critical areas such as powertrain design, vehicle systems analysis, and connected autonomous vehicles. Students learn to design and test fuel-efficient, refined, and safe vehicles, and the program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

Program Outline

Extracted Information for the Automotive Engineering MSc:

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This program equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in automotive engineering, preparing them for careers in the automotive industry.
• Objectives:
• Provide students with specialized skills and expertise in automotive engineering.
• Equip students with technical and managerial skills, making them highly sought after in the industry.
• Prepare students for careers in automotive design, development, and research.
• Program Description:
• The program utilizes industry experience and research activities to cover critical areas of automotive engineering.
• Emphasis is placed on design, performance, and operation of automotive powertrains and vehicle systems.
• Students learn to design and test fuel-efficient, refined, and safe vehicles.
• The program covers areas such as aerodynamics, propulsion systems, vehicle safety, dynamics, and connected vehicles.

Outline:

• Content:
• Automotive powertrain design and operation
• Vehicle systems analysis and testing
• Automotive engineering management
• Leading strategic change
• Ground vehicle dynamics
• Advanced propulsion systems
• Connected autonomous vehicle contextualization
• Engineering simulation and vehicle structure analysis
• Design principles and practice
• Individual research project
• Structure:
• Full-time, part-time, and sandwich options available
• 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, 2 years sandwich duration
• Individual research project in the final semester
• Course Schedule:
• Course modules offered throughout the academic year
• Individual research project takes place in the final semester
• Individual Modules:
• Project Management:
Focus on organizational change through projects, project management tools and leadership skills.
• Design Principles and Practice: Systematic design process, design management, creative problem solving, and design for manufacturability.
• Connected Autonomous Vehicle Contextualization: Interdisciplinary approach to understanding connected autonomous vehicles, covering finance, business, engineering, and human factors.
• Engineering Simulation and Vehicle Structure Analysis: Use of advanced engineering methods to investigate complex problems, including finite element analysis.
• Ground Vehicle Dynamics: Understanding of vehicle ride and handling, suspension and steering systems, and vehicle dynamics design.
• Leading Strategic Change through Creativity and Innovation: Strategies for leading change using creativity and innovation in different organizational scenarios.
• Ground Vehicle Aerodynamics: Underlying principles of ground vehicle aerodynamics, experimental and numerical techniques for aerodynamic analysis.
• Advanced Propulsion Systems: Overview of different powertrain layouts and vehicle propulsion systems, including electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and conventional engines.
• Individual Project: Application of theories and techniques from taught modules, original research under supervisor guidance.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods may vary depending on the module.
• Assessment methods include reports, tests, exams, practical coursework, and presentations.
• Individual assignments and group work elements may be assessed.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory testing, and computer laboratory sessions.
• Students are expected to undertake significant self-directed study.
• Contact hours may vary depending on the semester.

Careers:

• Automotive engineers
• Vehicle and system manufacturers
• Design professionals
• Project managers
• Research and development specialists
• Opportunities in areas such as fuel efficiency, safety, and driver assistance systems.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
• Students can apply for membership in the IMechE and the Women’s Engineering Society at no additional cost.
• The program prepares students for professional engineering registration with the Engineering Council.
Please refer to the official Coventry University website for the most up-to-date and comprehensive information about the Automotive Engineering MSc program.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• UK, Ireland*, Channel Islands or Isle of Man
£11,200 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee) per year Request fee information
• EU
£11,200 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee) per year with EU support bursary
• £20,050 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee) per year without EU support bursary
Not available
• International
£20,050 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee) per year Not available