BEng (Hons)

Automotive Engineering

Learn more about studying Automotive Engineering as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    21,500GBP
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    #550

Program overview

What Northumbria University says about their program:

Automotive Engineering is a programme offered at Northumbria University. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.

Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at Northumbria University, Automotive Engineering is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.

Students enrolled on Automotive Engineering benefit from the wider learning environment at Northumbria University, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

We're still gathering required grade information for this program

Check back soon, or visit the official program page for the latest information on required grades.

Scholarships at Northumbria University

  • Northumbria Undergraduate International Scholarship

    Official page

    A £3,000 tuition fee discount in the first year of study, plus a further £2,000 discount in each subsequent year (up to £7,000 total over three years), for new international undergraduate students starting a full-time degree at the Newcastle upon Tyne campus in September 2026. Open to self-funded students with 'Overseas' fee status who are domiciled in a specified list of eligible countries (including Bahrain, Brunei, Myanmar, Vietnam, South Korea, Singapore, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Ghana, Lebanon, Morocco, Egypt, Kenya, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia, United States, Turkey, Philippines, Jordan, Laos, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates). Applies to students joining at Level 4 (first year) or with advanced entry to Level 5/6; excludes integrated Masters, placement/study-abroad years, partner-institute arrangements and International Soccer Academy courses. Awarded automatically as a fee discount with no separate application required.

  • Northumbria University London Academic Scholarship

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    A 25% tuition fee discount for postgraduate applicants at Northumbria University London who hold a First-Class undergraduate honours degree. Aimed at self-funded international students; excludes applicants from China, sponsored students, Pre-Sessional English or standalone Graduate Certificate applicants, and anyone already eligible for a country/regional bursary. Cannot be combined with other awards.

  • Northumbria University London Alumni Discount

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    A 30% tuition fee discount (inclusive of the London Cost of Living Bursary) for international students who completed an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University or via its QA Higher Education partnership and progress to a postgraduate degree at Northumbria University London. Excludes sponsored students and cannot be combined with other awards.

  • Northumbria University London Cost of Living Bursary

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    A £1,529 bursary (2026/27) applied automatically to first-year tuition fees for self-funded international undergraduate and postgraduate students at Northumbria University London. Awarded automatically at the conditional-offer stage with no separate application; students must still demonstrate full London living costs on bank statements for their CAS. Excludes sponsored students and Pre-Sessional English/standalone Graduate Certificate applicants.

  • Northumbria University London Regional Bursaries

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    Fee discounts of roughly 22%-50% (2026/27) for self-funded international students at Northumbria University London from specified world regions, including Africa, Southeast Asia, Malaysia, South Asia, Russia/CIS and parts of the MENA region (Albania, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey). Discount level depends on region and course length. Excludes sponsored students, Pre-Sessional English standalone applicants, and those already receiving an academic merit scholarship.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Northumbria University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Northumbria University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Northumbria University?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£860
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£674
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£110
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£33
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13Range: £9 to £30· UK average
Monthly public transport pass£67
Monthly grocery basket£137
Books and study supplies (monthly)£20
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£8
Gym membership£38

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and savethestudent.org (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Northumbria University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Northumbria University.