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Motorcycle Engineering at University of Wales Trinity Saint David - UCAS

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Course summary

Are you fascinated by high-speed motorcycles and want to work in the exciting motorcycle engineering industry? Our motorcycle engineering degree offers a solid foundation in mechanical engineering. This programme focuses on solving real-world engineering problems and helps you become a skilled design engineer. The degree centres around high-performance motorcycles, teaching you about their ride and handling requirements as well as powertrain performance and efficiency. You’ll learn to use industry-standard tools like Computer-Aided Design, Data Acquisition, and advanced simulation software. These tools include Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA), essential for investigating and perfecting motorcycle designs. You will explore specialist areas such as advanced engine design, powertrain design, vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and electrical control. Independent and group projects will help you deepen your knowledge in these areas. These projects provide valuable practical experience, preparing you for a career in the automotive and motorcycle sectors. Environmental considerations are a key part of our modules, ensuring that you learn about sustainable design and technology. This knowledge opens up a wide range of employment opportunities. Additionally, you can take part in extracurricular activities that allow you to apply your classroom knowledge to real-life Motorcycle applications. The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UK-SPEC.

Modules

At our University, we believe in a hands-on approach to learning. Our motorcycle engineering degree blends theory with practical experience, ensuring you gain the skills needed to excel in the motorcycle engineering industry. You’ll work on real-world projects, preparing you for a successful career. Year One – Level 4 (HNC, HND & BEng) • Analytical Methods (20 credits; compulsory) • Electrical Control Systems (20 credits; compulsory) • Engineering Design & Materials (20 credits; compulsory) • Engineering Science (20 credits; compulsory) • Motorcycle Technology (20 credits; compulsory) • Workshop & Practice (20 credits; component pass). Year Two – Level 5 (HND & BEng) • Alternative Propulsion Systems (20 credits; compulsory) • Engineering Management (20 credits; component pass) • Group Design Project (20 credits; compulsory) • Motorcycle Dynamics (20 credits; compulsory) • Stress Analysis & CAE (20 credits; compulsory) • Thermodynamics & Combustion (20 credits; compulsory). Year Three – Level 6 (BEng) • Automotive Materials & Sustainability (20 credits; compulsory) • Contemporary Powertrain Design (20 credits; compulsory) • Independent Project (40 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Motorcycle Design & Innovation (20 credits; compulsory) • Structural Design & Fluid Analysis (20 credits; compulsory).

Assessment method

Modules are assessed in a variety of ways including traditional examinations, coursework, practical activities, group and individual presentations, all of which are designed to equip students with the experience and skills needed as they move forward in their studies and their careers.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
H331
Institution code:
T80
Campus name:
SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
Campus code:
T

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Visa and funding requirements  If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   For full information read our visa application and guides.    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


English language requirements

If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.

Acceptable Evidence of English

https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements


Student Outcomes

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75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £15525 Year 1
International £15525 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs. Students may wish to purchase materials for modules, such as major project but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade.
Motorcycle Engineering at University of Wales Trinity Saint David - UCAS