Design the Future of Racing : How to Start a Career in the Motorsports Industry
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Do you dream of playing a part in the continued evolution of race car performance ? Few professions combine the excitement , adrenaline and challenges that come with working in the motorsport industry . Countless people aspire to forge a career in this fast-paced world but breaking through requires dedication , passion , and a highly honed skill set .
The Advanced Motorsport Mechatronics MSc and Advanced Motorsport Engineering MSc at Cranfield University will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to join the next generation of motorsport engineers . These MSc programmes are unique in their accreditation by both the Institution of Mechanical Engineers ( IMechE ) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology ( IET ).
As a student at Cranfield , you will be at the cutting-edge of motorsport technologies , benefitting from state-of-the-art facilities including an impressive range of laboratories and testing environments , wind tunnels , an offroad vehicle dynamics facility , and advanced simulation tools . You will acquire the hands-on experience that is crucial for mastering the complexities of motorsport engineering .
The university ’ s strong ties with the motorsport industry set it apart from other institutions . Cranfield has long-term partnerships with leading motorsport companies and teams , offering you invaluable networking opportunities and access to industry expertise . These connections often lead to collaborative projects , internships , and employment opportunities , giving you a significant advantage in the competitive motorsport job market . Engaging with industry professionals and working on real-world projects enables you to gain insights into the latest technological advancements and industry trends .
Starting your motorsport MSc journey at Cranfield University is straightforward and we welcome applicants from a range of science and engineering backgrounds , both with BEng and BSc undergraduate degrees . An MSc with Cranfield will boost your career prospects and we pride ourselves on creating motorsport engineers with the ability to design and develop leading-edge applications that deliver groundbreaking solutions to the motorsport sector .
We have several funding opportunities available to help support you during your time as a student . The below scholarships are just a selection of what is available and provides examples of our close collaborations with leaders in the industry .
FIA Motorsport Engineering Scholarship
The FIA have partnered with Cranfield University to offer a full scholarship . The FIA are looking for an engineer with exceptional personal qualities , has high academic merit and who is passionate about motorsport . The successful candidate will benefit from a 1-year scholarship , covering tuition fees for an MSc in Advanced Motorsport Engineering and a contribution towards associated living costs in the UK .
Tyler James Alexander Scholarship
This scholarship has been set up in memory of Tyler James Alexander . Tyler was a founding member of the McLaren Racing Team in 1963 , when he joined Bruce McLaren and Teddy Mayer in creating the team . Alongside a financial contribution towards tuition fees , upon completing their studies the student will have the opportunity to take part in two 3-month internships at McLaren Racing and Penske Racing in the USA .
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