Automotive Engineering (Extended Degree)

About this course

Automotive engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with the design, development, manufacture, and testing of road vehicles, encompassing everything from the mechanical and structural systems that make a car move and handle safely to the electronics, software, and powertrains that define the modern vehicle. The automotive sector is undergoing transformative change, driven by the shift to electric powertrains, the development of autonomous and connected vehicles, and the pressure to reduce emissions and material waste across the vehicle lifecycle. Engineers who understand these systems and can contribute to their development are among the most sought-after graduates in the sector. At Northumbria University in Newcastle, this four-year full-time Extended Degree programme includes a sandwich placement year, a year abroad, and a work placement, making it one of the most profession

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 17% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 1% of graduatescards →
• 68 / 100Customer service occupations · 3% of graduatescards →
• 50 / 100Business and Financial Project Management Professionals · 1% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 6% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 6% of graduatescards →

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