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In this experience, you’ll explore how Automotive and Motorsport Engineering blends creativity, technology, and sustainability to shape the future of mobility. You’ll begin by learning what Automotive and Motorsport Engineering is and what the degree involves. You’ll see how motorsport acts as a laboratory for innovation, from aerodynamics and hybrid systems to low-carbon solutions, and how these breakthroughs influence road vehicles. You’ll discover how opportunities like Formula Student, industry placements, and research activities develop problem-solving, teamwork, and professional skills. You’ll also examine the trade-offs engineers face, balancing speed, performance, and sustainability while considering environmental impacts. This experience will help you understand how engineers innovate responsibly, preparing you to contribute to cutting-edge technologies that are efficient, resilient, and ready for the challenges of the future.
Luke BarronUniversity of HuddersfieldMechanical engineering
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1. The vision of automotive and motorsport engineering
2. The evolution of motorsport and automotive transport engineering
3. Sustainable futures in motorsport and automotive transport
4. Sustainability in motorsport and automotive transport
About the university
University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a place where ambition is encouraged and every student is supported to go further. You will learn from staff who are among the most highly qualified in the country and committed to helping you grow. You will have the chance to challenge yourself through placements, projects, networks, societies, and real industry experience. Our campus is modern, welcoming, and designed to help you feel at home while discovering what you can achieve. You will be backed on the challenging days and celebrated on the good ones. This is a university that helps you seize opportunities and reach new heights.
Meet the academic
Luke Barron
Luke Barron is an Automotive and Systems Technician at the University of Huddersfield, where he supports academic and research activities in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering. His primary focus is assisting the University’s Formula Student Team, Team HARE. Luke holds a Master’s degree in Engineering and is a named inventor on a patent. Previously, he served as Technical Facilitator for the Turbocharger Research Institute, where he contributed to advancements in turbocharger technology. A former member of Team HARE, Luke was the Team Leader in 2013, guiding the team to achieve the distinction of Best UK Team at the Silverstone event.
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