Automotive Engineering MSc
University of Huddersfield
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 50 graduates of Automotive Engineering MSc and other courses in Chemistry at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Chemistry.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Chemistry
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Chemistry at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £24500 | £21500 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £28000 | £16000 - £25500 | £18000 - £30500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Chemistry
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26087 | £25084 | £30411 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23037 - £30143 | £20483 - £31674 | £24333 - £37866 |
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Course Description
Looking to start or develop your career in the UK automotive industry? An MSc in Automotive Engineering from The University of Huddersfield can prepare you for that.
Our advanced course is designed to satisfy the needs of graduate mechanical engineers or those who wish to redirect their careers towards automotive engineering and automotive system design.
The main aims of this course are to:
- Extend current knowledge towards their application within aspects of automotive science and the design of a modern land vehicle sub-system
- Develop social awareness and responsibilities of engineers in society
- Provide the opportunity to develop research competence through an advanced directed research project
- Provide the opportunity to apply high-level analytical software towards the design and packaging of complex assemblies.
Why study Automotive Engineering at Huddersfield?
The UK automotive industry is a thriving and highly competitive sector requiring professionals with a sound understanding of engineering principles. Our Automotive Engineering MSc enables you to deepen your knowledge and skills as a professional in this industry.
A vibrant town surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a friendly and diverse place from which to study, offering lots of things to do and see.
Top 3 Reasons to Study Automotive Engineering at Huddersfield
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Knowledge – Learn from our team of professional engineers and technicians with experience in the engineering management field.
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Accreditation – For those pursuing a Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, the course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
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Boosted Career Prospects – 94.1% of our graduates from the School of Computing and Engineering were in work or further study 15 months after graduation*.
*HESA Graduate Outcomes 18/19
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Automotive Engineering MSc at University of Huddersfield
| 20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 20% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Chemistry
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Entry requirements for this course are normally:
* An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Systems or a closely related science subject area or an equivalent professional qualification.
You are encouraged to apply if you have other qualifications and/or experience and can demonstrate that you are equipped with knowledge and skills equivalent to Honours degree level.
Costs
Tuition Fees Automotive Engineering MSc
| England UK | £7900 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £7900 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £7900 | year 1 |
| Wales | £7900 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7900 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £7900 | year 1 |
| EU | £18700 | year 1 |
| International | £18700 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note that tuition fees for subsequent years of study may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X).
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #36
- #864
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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About University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.
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Student composition of University of Huddersfield
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Huddersfield by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11075
- postgraduates:
- 3010
- Total:
- 14085
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Automotive Engineering MEng | Sheffield Hallam University | 73% | 0% | 25% | £9250 | £15860 £16655 | 125 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Materials MEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | - | - | - | £9250 | £27250 | - | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering with Placement MEng (Hons) | Brunel University | - | 10% | 15% | £9250 | £21470 £23615 | 145 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) | University of South Wales | 74% | 6% | 35% | £9000 | £12600 | 115 | Pontypridd | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Materials (with placement year) MEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | - | - | - | £9250 | £27250 | - | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering (with placement year) MEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 97% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £27250 | 168 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering (with Placement) MEng (Hons) | Harper Adams University | 91% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £13250 | 137 | Newport | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 97% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £27250 | 168 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) | Brunel University | - | 10% | 15% | £9250 | £21470 £23615 | 145 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time |
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Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) | The University of Warwick | 85% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | - | 182 | Coventry | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
