Course summary
Our MSc in Racing Engine Systems is the only programme of its kind in the world. We have developed the course with the needs and requirements of race engine manufacturers in mind. Our course will prepare you for advanced design roles with major engine manufacturers and their supply chain. You'll study strong theory-based modules. And gain a comprehensive understanding of how winning engines are created. Many of the world's most advanced high-performance engines are designed in the UK motorsport valley, close to our location. Our unrivalled access to motorsport industry informs and directs development and delivery of the programme. Our teaching is centred around our state-of-the-art laboratories in a purpose-designed engineering building. Our course will help you to become a highly-skilled graduate. Many of our graduates find work with high-performance engine manufacturers, such as:
- Ferrari
- Mercedes HPP
- F1 teams
- Riccardo
- Xtrac
- Prodrive
- Hewland.
Assessment method
The course is structured around three time periods: Semester 1 runs from September to December Semester 2 from January to May the summer period completes the year until the beginning of September. To qualify for a master's degree you must pass 180 module credits, including the dissertation.
Entry requirements
You should normally hold a first degree, equivalent to at least a British lower second-class bachelor's degree, in mechanical, automotive or motorsport engineering or a related discipline. Applicants with relevant professional experience will also be considered.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component
If English is not your first language then, please see here for our requirements and accepted alternative English language qualifications
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £17800 | Year 1 |
| England | £9300 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9300 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9300 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9300 | Year 1 |
| International | £17800 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note tuition fees may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP