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Automobile & Motorsport

Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Engineering (Automotive) MSc

Cranfield University

United Kingdom

An advanced MSc covering ADAS, autonomous driving, sensors, AI, machine perception, trajectory planning, vehicle control and automotive software.

Study Level

Master's Degree

Study Mode

On Campus

Duration

1 year full-time

Programme Overview

Cranfield's Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Engineering MSc focuses on advanced driver-assistance and automated-driving technologies.

Students study sensors, artificial intelligence, machine perception, real-time decision-making, trajectory planning and vehicle control.

The programme also covers vehicle electronic architectures, software platforms, cyber security, simulation, validation and relevant automotive standards.

Students gain hands-on experience with autonomous vehicle platforms and industry-grade development environments.

Entry Requirements

Applicants normally require a UK first- or second-class honours degree or equivalent international qualification.

Suitable backgrounds include:

Engineering
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Applied Science

Experienced engineers interested in autonomous or intelligent mobility systems are also suitable candidates.

English-Language Requirements

IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall
Minimum 5.5 in each component

Equivalent Cranfield-approved qualifications are accepted.

Career Outcomes

Autonomous Vehicle EngineerADAS EngineerAutomotive AI EngineerVehicle Controls EngineerAutonomous Systems Engineer

Scholarship Information

Cranfield engineering, automotive and AI-related funding opportunities may be available through the University's Funding Finder and external sponsors.