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Why study Mechanical and Automotive Engineering?

Are you fascinated by how things work and driven by a desire to innovate? Mechanical and Automotive Engineering could be your gateway to a thrilling career where you design, develop and improve the machines and vehicles that move our world. From cutting-edge automotive technologies to advanced manufacturing processes, you’ll be at the heart of engineering breakthroughs that shape the future.

Our Mechanical and Automotive Engineering degrees are designed to provide you with a solid understanding of engineering principles, while allowing you to specialise in areas that excite you the most. You’ll gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art facilities, work on real-world projects and learn from industry-experienced staff who are actively engaged in research.

By studying at Huddersfield, you’ll enhance your career prospects and open doors to high-earning potential, empowering you to build the future you envision.

What can you do with a degree in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering?

Graduates from our Mechanical and Automotive Engineering courses can find themselves working in industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy and manufacturing. Following your studies with us, you could be designing high-performance vehicles, developing sustainable energy systems or creating advanced robotics and automation solutions.

With the skills and knowledge gained from your degree, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle complex engineering challenges, innovate new technologies and lead projects that make a significant impact on society. Whether you choose to work in research and development, project management or technical consultancy, a degree in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering from the University of Huddersfield will provide you with the foundation to build an exciting career.

Our courses

Studying Mechanical Engineering

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Shurie's experience at the university

Doing an apprenticeship I already had a taste of what working in industry felt like and because of that I knew a placement was something I wanted to go for. We are lucky that we have such an enthusiastic and supportive placement team.

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My placement journey as a MAE student

One of the reasons I chose to study at Huddersfield was the fact the University has a successful Formula Student team – Team HARE. I discovered the team had placed as 3rd UK team in the Formula Student competition in 2019, and many alumni had gone on to work in Formula 1.

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Our experts

We have many experts in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering. Here are a few of them:

Dr Leigh Fleming

Head of the Department of Engineering

Leigh's research includes application of metrology to novel surface characterisation, including skin interfaces, woundcare, pressure area care, pressure ulcer prevention and assistive technologies for improved health related quality of life.

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Prof Paul Allen

Professor in the Department of Engineering

Paul has led the initiation of many new University relationships and funding streams with key railway sector partners including Network Rail, HS2, Crossrail, Unipart Rail Ltd and Alstom.

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Prof Rakesh Mishra

Professor in the Department of Engineering

Prof. Mishra is very active in renewable energy, asset management, smart house and digital twin research and is involved with many industrial organisations including a number of renewable energy organisations.

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