Automotive Electronic Engineering MSc (PGCert PGDip)
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Overview
Modern cars contain dozens of microprocessors, several interconnected communication networks, entertainment systems, safety critical software, diagnostics and much more. The amount of electronic and software innovation within a modern car arguably outstripped mechanical innovation some time ago. This places automotive electronics at the cutting edge of technology and makes the design of electronic systems very challenging and rewarding. Furthermore, alternative fuel and hybrid technologies have much to contribute to minimising carbon footprint and harmful emissions.
Our long record of automotive engine combustion research for top car manufacturers and consultancies has provided us with leading edge expertise and infrastructure. We have created a unique masters degree that will provide underpinning knowledge coupled with both technical and practical know-how to enable you to pursue a rewarding career in the fast-growing automotive electronics industry or a PhD within our active research teams or elsewhere. Our world-leading industrial partners will also provide lectures making this degree absolutely up-to-date. The year-long course consists of autumn and spring terms in which you will study subjects such as automotive control, sustainable power-train technology, engine-control-unit design, communications, automotive sensors and actuators, power electronics, EMC and real-time software. Then, over the summer term, you will undertake an individual project in which you can focus on an area of interest in the domain of automotive electronics.
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
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Course content
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements
individual offers may varyFor non-native speakers of English:
IELTS minimum 6.0 overall and 6.0 in writing, or equivalent qualification.Degree and/or experience:
Normally a 2.2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in an electronic engineering or mechanical engineering discipline. Prior qualifications and/or experience may count towards certain modules. -
Location
Location
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Career opportunities
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.
To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.
Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
Automotive Electronic Engineering (MSc) (Full time) [P1BH015] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,320 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 8,925 GBP International (Full Time) 12,750 GBP -
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Entry requirements
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS minimum 6.0 overall and 6.0 in writing, or equivalent qualification.Degree and/or experience:
Normally a 2.2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in an electronic engineering or mechanical engineering discipline. Prior qualifications and/or experience may count towards certain modules.