Bachelor's Degree Automotive Engineering Full Time

Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports)

at Edith Cowan University · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

056770F

CRICOS provider code

00279B

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$128,700 total

Per year

A$42,900/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports) at Edith Cowan University focuses on the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in the motorsport and automotive engineering sectors. Across three years, students complete specific units that cover vehicle design, data acquisition, chassis engineering, aerodynamics, engine technology, and motorsport management. There’s a strong problem-solving component, and students often find themselves working on real cars, participating in motorsport competitions or taking part in authentic team projects as part of their coursework.

Australian bachelor degrees are typically structured into semesters with students enrolled in a set number of units each semester, each worth a certain number of credit points. ECU integrates practical learning, so students may have opportunities to work on industry-related motorsport projects, gaining experience that matches what is expected by employers in the Australian automotive sector.

This degree is suited to those interested in car design, motorsport engineering, or working hands-on with racing vehicles. Students develop analytical thinking, technical skills in automotive systems, teamwork, and communication. The blend of theory and practical application makes this an engaging path for those who want to see engineering applied directly in motorsport contexts.

International students should check ECU’s English language requirements. Work rights for student visa holders allow up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to gain professional experience in Australia. Always confirm course and visa details on the official course page or with ECU directly.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Motorsport engineer
Automotive technician
Race team technical assistant
Vehicle performance analyst
Workshop manager
Specialist roles in automotive research and manufacturing companies, motorsport teams, and vehicle design consultancies in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports) at Edith Cowan University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$128,700 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Motorsport engineerAutomotive technicianRace team technical assistantVehicle performance analystWorkshop managerSpecialist roles in automotive research and manufacturing companies, motorsport teams, and vehicle design consultancies in Australia

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