Our unique MSc Race Car Aerodynamics degree is recognised as a world-leading course for those wanting to enter Formula 1 as aerodynamicists and computational fluid dynamics engineers. It will enhance your knowledge of the fundamentals of aerodynamics and your skills in the analysis, modelling and measurement of turbulent flows associated with high-performance race cars. 

This course is ideal if you: 

• are from an engineering, scientific or maths backgrounds 
• have some experience of fluid dynamics 
• want to specialise in aerodynamics for high-performance vehicles 

You’ll take part in individual and group practical work as well as a critical research project, developing your expertise in race car design, and learn to evaluate and apply experimental aerodynamic concepts. 

You’ll also learn advanced computational fluid dynamics and numerical procedures to counteract problems that may occur in the design process.  

You’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities including high-performance computers and the RJ Mitchell Wind Tunnel, the largest university wind tunnel in the UK. 

Recent graduates have gone on to work in Formula One teams such as Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport and Racing Point Force India.

This degree will prepare you for a career in a research and development in the race car and high performance vehicles industries.

You'll also be in a great position to continue your studies at PhD level.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

This master's programme is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) as meeting the academic requirement for Further Learning for Chartered Engineer registration. Candidates must hold a BEng/BSc undergraduate first degree that is accredited for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration to comply with full CEng registration requirements.