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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports)

  • Bachelor

The course supports the development of core problem-solving abilities and the technical, financial and management skills associated with manufacturing industries in general, and the motorsports industry in particular.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
G68, 056770F
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$8,150 per year / $24,450 total
International Fees
$41,200 per year / $123,600 total

About this course

The course supports the development of core problem-solving abilities and the technical, financial and management skills associated with manufacturing industries in general, and the motorsports industry in particular.

Students gain a solid understanding of the design, simulation and fabrication processes, and the management issues associated with production of the complex automotive systems and the components that underpin the motorsport industry. The course provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment, with an enthusiastic and articulate approach that reflects the culture of motorsports.

Students also have the opportunity to further develop competencies through the provision of extra-curricular activities to help progression into the motorsports industry.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

The course supports the development of core problem-solving abilities and the technical, financial and management skills associated with manufacturing industries in general, and the motorsports industry in particular.

Students gain a solid understanding of the design, simulation and fabrication processes, and the management issues associated with production of the complex automotive systems and the components that underpin the motorsport industry. The course provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment, with an enthusiastic and articulate approach that reflects the culture of motorsports.

Students also have the opportunity to further develop competencies through the provision of extra-curricular activities to help progression into the motorsports industry.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Entry requirements

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

  • The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

    It is desirable that all applicants have passed Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered. Alternatively applicants can complete bridging units during the first year of their studies, if required, if they have not passed one or more of these subjects.

    All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • AQF Cert IV;
    • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
    • Undergraduate Certificate;
    • Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
    • University Preparation Course;*
    • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
    • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

    * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

    For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

  • English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
    • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
    • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
    • University Preparation Course;
    • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
    • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
    • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
    • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

    * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Study locations

Joondalup

Career pathways

Career Opportunities

As well as employment in the motorsports industry, graduates will have broader employment opportunities in product design and development, manufacturing, marketing and project management.

Possible future job titles

Automotive Technologist, Mechanical Technologist

Similar courses to consider
  • Bachelor of Technology (Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical)
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) Honours
    On successful completion of the first year of this course (including the Introductory Applied Mathematics and Introduction to Physics units), students may apply for a transfer to any of the Bachelor of Engineering courses and can expect to receive advanced standing for all non-bridging units completed.
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Honours
    On successful completion of the first year of this course (including the Introductory Applied Mathematics and Introduction to Physics units), students may apply for a transfer to any of the Bachelor of Engineering courses and can expect to receive advanced standing for all non-bridging units completed.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).
76.5%
Overall satisfaction
88.2%
Skill scale
57.8%
Teaching scale
71.1%
Employed full-time
$60k
Average salary