Read about study arrangements from 8 March in ourAutomotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology - Foundation Degree with Foundation Year
Course Code: EA1HE121
UCAS Code: M3T7
DEGREE-LEVEL
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| Start Date | Location | Duration / Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/09/2021 | Bispham Campus | 3 Years / £8,750 per year | Apply |
Course Overview
This three-year course includes a foundation year - a one-year bridging programme for those without the qualifications required to start the Foundation Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology.
The foundation year also serves as a good, optional reintroduction to study for those who have spent a significant period in industry.
As part of this course, after completing your foundation year you will progress directly to the foundation degree.
- If you already have qualifications equivalent to 64 UCAS Tariff Points, you may wish to apply for the two-year Foundation Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology.
- After completing your Foundation Degree, you may choose to 'top up' this qualification via either a one-year full-time, or two-year part-time, programme to the BEng (Honours) Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology.
This course has been designed with local, national and international employers to provide you with the knowledge, skills and qualification for senior engineering design and R&D roles in the Automotive and Motorsport industry.
Graduates will be equipped with the skills required in research, development, manufacturing and quality assurance roles.
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 36 UCAS Tariff Points (excluding Functional Skills) in a relevant discipline or subject area:
- Level 3 Diploma in Motor Vehicle, Motorsport, Vehicle Body, Paint, or
- A/AS-level qualifications.
Applicants able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered.
Qualification Obtained
Assessment Methods
Coursework
Most courses are assessed via a combination of coursework and exams – the percentage weighting of each of these is outlined below. Coursework might range from written tasks and assignments to the collation of a portfolio of evidence based around a work placement. Coursework differs from exams in that it is usually non-timed and carried out independently.
Exam
Exams are formal, timed written assessments, carried out in a controlled environment and overseen by one or more invigilators. They assess your grasp of the theory and underpinning knowledge related to your chosen career area. The opposite of practicals, they require you to set out your practical understanding within an academic context. Some courses have no exams – the exam/coursework ratio is outlined below.
Practical
Practical assessments identify your technical ability to apply theory to hands-on tasks in your chosen career area. They can be timed or non-timed and involve observation of your practical skills and competencies, either in a work-based environment or a dedicated College setting that closely resembles the workplace. Practical work-based assessments are supported and carried out by a trained assessor.
| Assessment Method | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 81% | 68% | 0% |
| Exam | 7% | 10% | 0% |
| Practical | 12% | 22% | 0% |
Course Structure
Level 4 Modules
| Title | Code | Credits | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Principles | EA4MD045 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Computer Aided Engineering and Design | EA4MD049 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Vehicle Aerodynamics and Computational | EA4MD050 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Combustion Engine Development | EA4MD051 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Engineering Practical Applications | EA4MD052 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Introduction to Academic Study | EA4MD053 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Automotive Powertrain Fundamentals | EA4MD046 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Automotive Composites | EA4MD047 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Automotive Manufacturing | EA4MD048 | 20 | Mandatory |
Level 5 Modules
| Title | Code | Credits | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Project | EA5MD051 | 40 | Mandatory |
| Advanced Engineering Principles | EA5MD052 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Hybrid Powertrain Design | EA5MD053 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Vehicle Dynamics and Data Logging | EA5MD054 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Work Based Research Project | EA5MD055 | 20 | Optional (most common) |
| Work Based and Placement Learning | EA5MD056 | 20 | Optional |
Teaching and Learning Methods
Scheduled Learning
Scheduled time relates to the time you spend in directed study with the guidance and support of our academic tutors. Scheduled learning can take a variety of forms and will vary from one course to the next, but may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, project supervision, demonstrations, studio or workshop time, fieldwork and external visits.
Independent Study
Higher education courses rely on students undertaking work outside of formal, scheduled sessions and this is generally categorised as independent study. Independent study might include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks and revision.
Placement
Many of the degree programmes at B&FC incorporate opportunities for work placements to provide you with the opportunity to link your studies to relevant professional practice in a real work environment. Our programme teams are able to offer support in securing an appropriate work placement where it forms part of your programme, and will work closely with you during the placement to ensure that the opportunity allows you to develop personally, professionally and academically.
| Learning Method | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled | 452 | 372 | 0 |
| Independent | 1148 | 732 | 0 |
| Placement | 0 | 96 | 0 |
| Total | 1600 | 1200 | 0 |
Industry Placement and Field Trips
Other Costs and Equipment Needed
Expert Tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of higher education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.
Tuition Fees
Read our tuition fees guide.
