Undergraduate Technology Program:
Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports)
Course Code G68

This course develops 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 entire design, simulation and fabrication processes and management issues associated with manufacturing industries, with particular emphasis on motorsports. The course provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment with an enthusiastic and articulate approach which reflects the culture of motorsports.  Students have the opportunity to further develop competencies through the provision of extra-curricular activities, to help progression into the motorsports industry.

The Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports) is a three year course (full-time study) leading to an engineering technologist qualification. It is suitable for students interested in a career in the automotive and manufacturing industries in general, and the motorsports profession in particular. This course has lower entrance requirements than the Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) course, but graduates of this course have the option to articulate into the Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with three semesters of additional study.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Motorsport offers a wide range of career opportunities that build on the need to provide the technical, administrative and promotional support
that goes behind every successful motorsport venture. Graduates of these courses will have developed the necessary skills to pursue careers in a wide range of fields including:

• Motorsport Operations: vehicle preparation, maintenance, tuning and the operational aspects of the sport.
• Automotive Design and Development: chassis design, advanced engine management systems, engine and transmission systems, fuel delivery systems, braking and steering systems, safety systems, and design for safety.
• Manufacturing: use of alloy and composite materials, design specifications, and fabrication, assembly and testing of components and systems.
• Project Management: project planning and operation, budgeting, resource utilisation, and personnel management.
• Sport Management and Marketing: team management, sponsorships, financing, advertising and promotion.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Overseas students may be admitted to the Motorsports courses, subject to the University’s fee scale. The language of instruction is English and all students are expected to be proficient in both spoken and written English.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Standard University admission requirements apply. 

SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Note: Students who have not completed TEE Applicable Mathematics (or equivalent) will be required to complete a bridging unit during the first year of their studies.

COURSE LOCATION

This course is available on Joondalup Campus.

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