Motorsport Engineering BEng
Conventry University Campus, United Kingdom
Motorsport Engineering BEng (Hons)
Coventry University
Motorsport Engineering
Motorsport Engineering BEng Program Overview
The Motorsport Engineering BEng (Hons) at Coventry University focuses on the low-volume, high-performance world of motorsport engineering, preparing you with the versatility and depth of understanding to tackle new and unusual engineering challenges. The program covers design for performance, construction, and operation of competition vehicles alongside core mechanical engineering topics, providing a sound understanding of the professional context of motorsport engineering.
Teaching is highly practical, combining lecture-based knowledge with hands-on design, experimentation, analysis, and practical skills through live industry projects and international student competitions such as the IMechE Formula Student competition. You will train using facilities including a Mercedes-AMG wind tunnel, a 6DoF driving simulator, engine and chassis dynamometers, a VR Power Wall, and composites labs that mirror professional motorsport engineering environments.
The program features a common first year shared with Automotive and Mechanical Engineering courses, giving you a broad grounding before specialising in motorsport-specific modules in years two and three. Coventry University holds strong ties with industry leaders such as Jaguar Land Rover, Lotus, and Prodrive, and graduates have secured positions with teams including Red Bull Racing, Mercedes HPP, McLaren Automotive, and Alpine F1.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on access to a Mercedes-AMG wind tunnel, 6DoF driving simulator, engine dynamometers, and rapid prototyping facilities
- Opportunity to design, build, and race a single-seater car in the IMechE Formula Student competition
- Industry-standard software training including CATIA, HyperWorks, STAR-CCM+, and SIMPACK for design and simulation
- Strong graduate employment record with alumni at Red Bull Racing, McLaren, Mercedes HPP, Alpine F1, and Lotus Cars
Curriculum and Modules
The Motorsport Engineering BEng curriculum is structured across three years, with 120 UK credits per year. Year one provides a shared engineering foundation, while years two and three deliver specialist motorsport modules covering aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, powertrain systems, and a capstone individual project.
Mechanical Science
20 creditsExplore how things move and behave under force by applying Newton's laws of motion, understand how materials respond under stress, and develop shear force and bending moment diagrams for different beam loading scenarios alongside core thermofluids principles.
Engineering Design
20 creditsDevelop fundamental engineering design skills using CAD tools and learn to take a design concept through a development process considering costs, simulation, analysis, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Motorsport Aerodynamics and Vehicle Dynamics
20 creditsStudy the aerodynamic principles and vehicle dynamics that govern competition vehicle performance, applying CFD simulation and wind tunnel testing techniques used in professional motorsport engineering.
Motorsport Powertrain
20 creditsExplore the design, testing, and optimisation of high-performance powertrain systems for competition vehicles, including engine performance, electrified propulsion, and calibration engineering.
Finite Element Analysis and Vehicle Structures
20 creditsGain practical experience with industry-standard FEA software to model, analyse, and simulate vehicle structural components, exploring how vehicle structures influence durability, reliability, and refinement.
Individual Project (BEng)
20 creditsWork on a large final-year project in an area of personal interest with the support of a mentor, applying research, design, and analysis skills to solve a real-world motorsport engineering problem.
Elective and Optional Modules
Admission Requirements
Entry to the Motorsport Engineering BEng (Hons) program requires a strong background in mathematics and science. The program welcomes applications from students with a range of international qualifications. Contact Uni4Edu for a personalised assessment of your eligibility.
Academic Requirements
- A LevelsABB-BBB including Mathematics and one from Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Further Mathematics, Electronics, or Engineering
- BTECDDM in an Engineering subject including a Distinction in the Further Engineering Mathematics unit
- International BaccalaureateOverall pass including at least 15 points from three HL subjects, one of which must be Mathematics with a minimum of 5 points
- GCSE Requirement5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Mathematics
- Access to HE Diploma30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits at Merit in Mathematics or Physical Science units, plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4/C
English Language Requirements
- IELTSContact Uni4Edu for current IELTS score requirements
- TOEFLContact Uni4Edu for current TOEFL score requirements
- PTE AcademicContact Uni4Edu for current PTE Academic score requirements
Required Documents
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Scholarships & Funding
Coventry University offers several scholarship opportunities for international students to help reduce the cost of studying Motorsport Engineering. These awards are available to self-funded international students and are applied as tuition fee reductions. Contact Uni4Edu for full eligibility details and application guidance.
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to GBP 4,000 off a 3-year degreeAvailable to self-funded international students (excluding EU) starting a full-time undergraduate degree. The scholarship is applied as a tuition fee reduction across the duration of the program.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
GBP 2,000 per year (up to GBP 6,000 total)Available to self-funded international students for the 2026/27 academic year, this scholarship provides a GBP 2,000 annual tuition fee reduction for each year of undergraduate study at any Coventry University Group UK campus.
EU Support Bursary
Tuition fee reduction to UK student rateAvailable to EU-resident students starting a full-time undergraduate course, this bursary automatically reduces tuition fees to align with UK student rates for all years up to and including the 2026/27 academic year.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Motorsport Engineering BEng program are equipped with the technical expertise and professional skills to pursue careers across the motorsport, automotive, and high-performance engineering sectors. Coventry University's location at the heart of the UK automotive industry and its strong links with leading manufacturers provide excellent pathways into the profession.
Typical Graduate Roles
Where Graduates Work
Rankings & Recognition
Coventry University has steadily improved its global standing and is recognised for teaching excellence, employability, and strong industry connections. The university received a Gold overall rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 and holds a 5 QS Stars overall rating, reflecting high standards across teaching, research, and employability.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering (Broad) | QS World Rankings by Subject | 251-300 |
| Mechanical Engineering | QS World Rankings by Subject | Top 350 |
| Teaching Excellence | TEF (UK Government) | Gold |
| QS Stars Overall Rating | QS Stars | 5 Stars |
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