**Foundation courses**A foundation year can develop your skills and make it easier to get started at university. It is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. It’s a great option if:You don’t have the grades for a full degree courseYou have non-traditional qualifications or experienceYou’re starting university after some time away from educationYou’re looking for more support during the transition into university study.**Life as a foundation year student**During a foundation year you’ll learn about your chosen subject, develop your study skills and get used to university life. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree course.As a foundation year student, you’ll be a full student of the University and part of our community. You’ll have access to all our campus facilities and support.**Why choose this course**Run by internationally recognised academics, our BEng and MEng Automotive Engineering courses give you the expertise needed to become a professional engineer in the automotive industry, or equally provide you with the skillset to take up a career in motorsport.You’ll have access to industry-standard software and equipment, and the prestigious Formula Student competition is a central part of the course.You may also choose to take a Professional Training placement at major companies such as McLaren, Williams F1 and Rolls-Royce. The University boasts excellent employment results, too. According to the Graduate Outcomes survey 2020, 96 per cent of our graduates are in work or further education.**What you will study**Our unique courses explore new and emerging sustainable automotive technologies, such as electric vehicles.Throughout your studies, you’ll learn to use state-of-the-art tools for vehicle analysis and development, such as computer-aided design, finite element method, fluid dynamics and vehicle dynamics software.You’ll also participate in Formula Student – Europe’s most established student motorsport competition. This is a valuable opportunity to apply your knowledge and gain hands-on experience.You can apply to study for either a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or MEng (Master of Engineering). The MEng builds on the BEng course with a masters year and is a direct route to a masters qualification.Depending on your progress, you may have the option to switch to a BEng or MEng during your studies.

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