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    Automotive Engineering

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    Loughborough, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £31,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Loughborough, GB. Tuition is £31,900.

    About the program

    Builds on existing engineering skills to cover latest automotive technologies including new hardware, software, autonomy, and electrification for next-generation vehicles. Includes practical activities like vehicle testing at HORIBA MIRA and project modules contributing to research in hybrid powertrains, vehicle electrification, autonomy, and aerodynamics.

    Focus: both
    Top 100 in the World for Mechanical, Aeronautical, and Manufacturing Engineering (QS World Ranking by Subject 2025) | Top 10 in the UK for Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 24, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Overall score of 88 with not less than 21 in each test (tests prior to 21 January 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Overall score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £6,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University is £31,900 across 180 required credits.
    Is Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University online or in-person?
    Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University is offered in-person.
    How long does Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University take to complete?
    Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification)
    What work-permit options follow Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University?
    Post-completion work rights for Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)