This course will prepare you for a career in both traditional mechanical engineering and in the electric and hybrid automotive industries, as well as in motorsport sector. From 2035, all new vehicles sold in the UK must be zero emission, which means that the next generation of automotive engineers needs to be trained now to meet the needs of this rapidly changing industry. The development of hybrid, electric and autonomous vehicle technology to replace traditional internal combustion engines is already transforming the automotive engineering sector. The key issues facing automotive engineers include designing sustainable hybrid and electric vehicles that meet increasing safety and performance standards and challenging cost-efficiency targets. As well as in-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering, specialist knowledge and skills are also needed to succeed in this sector. That’s why you’ll learn both traditional automotive engineering and electric, hybrid vehicle technology. You’ll also develop an awareness of the commercial issues that impact design and production processes. Studying automotive engineering at Leeds will develop your abilities, knowledge and skills – and our close links with industry ensure that you’ll be prepared to meet the most pressing needs of the automotive and motorsport sectors. From your first day, you'll be encouraged to join our Formula Student team, [Leeds Gryphon Racing](https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-project-work/doc/project-work) and engage in the development of an IC, electric or autonomous race car. Early participation in [Formula Student](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yxXCI9wh-8) and motorsport activities has helped some of our students secure industrial placements with leading automotive companies, Formula Electric and F1 teams. This is a practical course, so you’ll benefit from [specialist facilities](https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-undergraduate/doc/learning-teaching-facilities-2) including extensive lab space and equipment, our high-spec computer cluster for Computer-Aided Design (CAD) work and computational modelling, in aerodynamic analysis for example, and workshop facilities for various rapid prototyping systems. You’ll also develop your programming skills in industry standard languages like MATLAB/Python and C++ for microprocessor systems, giving you everything you need to get started on your career in modern engineering. Our active [Industrial Advisory Board](https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-undergraduate/doc/industrial-advisory-board) helps inform the development of this course to ensure that it is up to date with industry developments and requirements. That’s one of the reasons why our graduates are so in demand from industry, and why our courses are accredited by the leading professional bodies.
A Level: A*AA | A-level: A*AA including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry. Where an A-level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-level at the stated grade. Extended Project Qualification (EPQ),International Project Qualification (IPQ) and Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (ASCC): We recognise the value of these qualifications and the effort and enthusiasm that applicants put into them, and where an applicant offers the EPQ, IPQ or ASCC we may make an offer of AAA at A-level including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry, plus grade A in EPQ/IPQ/Welsh Bacc ASCC. | Scottish Higher: AAAAA | AA at Advanced Higher level including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry, and AAAAA at Higher level. | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, with Distinction, to include Mathematics, Calculus, Further Calculus and Physics or Chemistry. | GCSE/National 4/National 5 English Language grade 4 (C) or higher, or an equivalent English language qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English instead of GCSE English. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 18 points at higher level to include 6 points in higher level Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | DDD (RQF) in an Engineering-related BTEC and a grade A in A Level Mathematics. We cannot consider BTEC qualifications without A Level Mathematics and do not accept BTEC Maths units in lieu of this A Level requirement Please note – there may be different requirements for the older QCF BTECs, please contact Admissions. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H1H2H2H2H2 | H1 H1 H2 H2 H2 H2, including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D2D3D3 | D2, D3, D3 including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.
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