13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
Do you love high-speed racing cars and want to work in motorsport engineering? Our Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Motorsport Engineering offers a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and the latest motorsport technologies. This course will help you solve real-world engineering problems and develop skills to become a design engineer. In this course, you will focus on high-performance racing vehicles. You will learn about how they ride and handle, and how their engines perform. You will use industry-standard tools like Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Data Acquisition, and advanced simulation software. You will study advanced topics such as engine design, powertrain design, vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and electrical control. Working on individual and group projects will give you valuable practical experience, preparing you for a career in the automotive and motorsport sectors. Our modules also include environmental considerations, teaching you about sustainable design and technology. This knowledge will give you many job opportunities. You can join extracurricular activities to apply your classroom knowledge to real-life motorsport projects. Join us and start your journey in the exciting field of motorsoport engineering. Gain the skills and knowledge you need to progress to our Motorsport Engineering BEng.
Modules
At our University, we believe in a hands-on approach to learning. Our motorsport engineering HNC blends theory with practical experience, ensuring you gain the skills needed to excel in the motorsport engineering industry. You’ll work on real-world projects, preparing you for a successful career. In the first year, you will be introduced to core mechanical engineering principles and design engineering. You’ll learn to use Computer-Aided design and data analysis tools. This foundation will prepare you for more advanced topics and give you the basic skills needed for practical experience in the field. Compulsory Analytical Methods (20 credits) Engineering Design & Materials (20 credits) Engineering Science (20 credits) Electrical Control Systems (20 credits) Workshop & Practice (20 credits) Motorsport Technology (20 credits)
Assessment method
The course is assessed by a mixture of coursework, phase tests, presentations, vivas and examinations.
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
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- MEN9
- 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
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
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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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
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.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP