Automotive and Transport Design Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Design the future of transport. Create user-friendly designs for cars and mobility. Tackle real challenges, think creatively, and develop solutions that make travel smarter and life better.

### Study at a university known worldwide for transport design innovation

Join a hands-on course that gives you the creative and technical skills to design vehicles, transport systems, and future mobility solutions.

You’ll work on real projects using industry-standard tools and build a portfolio that helps you stand out to employers in the automotive and transport sectors.

#### Shape the future of mobility

Explore the latest trends and challenges in transport design. Create work that pushes boundaries and responds to real-world issues. This course is for ambitious, forward-thinking designers who want to make an impact through bold ideas and practical solutions.

#### What you’ll experience

* learn core design principles for automotive and transport sectors

* use professional software and tools trusted by designers worldwide

* work on projects focused on sustainability, user experience, and future mobility

* build a portfolio with conceptual and real-world projects to impress employers

Whether you’re passionate about cars, public transport, or future mobility, this course prepares you for an exciting, fast-moving industry.

#### Why you should study this course

* Curriculum shaped by current industry trends, helping you understand current industry trends and best practices in automotive and transport design.

* Gain hands-on experience through a variety of conceptual and real-world design projects, giving you the chance to develop your creative and technical skills.

* Learn from experienced staff professionals who bring valuable professional insights and expertise and practical knowledge to support your development as a designer.

* Portfolio development built into the course, enabling you to create polished, innovative design work that demonstrates your skills to potential employers.

* Career guidance and skills support throughout your studies, with targeted guidance and support aimed at helping you to succeed in the automotive and transport industries.

##### Learn by doing, guided by industry experts

* Your learning is practical and project-based, giving you the chance to work on real challenges and collaborate across disciplines.

* You’ll often team up with students from other courses, bringing different skills together on projects that reflect how creative studios and agencies work in the real world.

* Our teaching is shaped by the needs of the creative industries, helping you build the skills and confidence to become a specialist, leader, and innovator.

* We create a studio culture that values social responsibility and critical thinking – both in research and in the making process.

* Through global projects, you’ll learn to work collaboratively and develop cultural awareness, essential for today’s creative professionals.

* You’ll also benefit from our strong industry links, with guest speakers sharing insights on design, careers, and innovation.

* Past students have worked on everything from electric scooters to ocean-going superyachts.

Where our graduates work\
Previous graduates have gone on to work for a number of prestigious companies. These include:

* Gerry McGovern – Creative Officer at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)

* Matthew Weaver – Vice President Design at Nissan Motor Corporation

* Lisa Reeves – Head of Interior Design at Volvo Cars

* Robin Page – Design Director for Bentley Motors

* Klaus Busse – Head of Design at Maserati and Stellantis in Turin.

* Miles Nurnberger – Director of Design for Aston Martin

* David Imai – Director of Design at Tesla in California.

Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.

This course includes a sandwich (placement year) option.