COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc Race Car Aerodynamics program offers a comprehensive study of aerodynamics and fluid dynamics as applied to high-performance vehicles. Core modules include Applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), where students learn numerical procedures, grid generation, solvers, turbulence models, and practical interpretation of CFD results. Experimental Methods for Aerodynamics provides hands-on experience in designing, setting up, and executing aerodynamic and fluid mechanics experiments for individual and group projects. The Race Car Aerodynamics module focuses on the major aerodynamic features of vehicles, including overall car aerodynamics, key devices, test facilities, and experimental methods, while the Race Car Design Group Design Project allows students to design a hill-climb race car using CFD to optimise performance. Turbulence explores the fundamentals of turbulent flow, helping students understand the underlying physics and equations of motion, forming a foundation for further aerodynamic studies. The MSc Research Project gives students the opportunity to conduct independent, original research, developing skills in methodology, analysis, and communication of results. Optional modules allow further specialisation, including Advanced Aeronautics for fixed wing aircraft and rotorcraft, Computational Aerodynamics, Data-Driven Fluid Mechanics, Automotive Chassis and Powertrain, and Design Search and Optimisation, enabling students to deepen knowledge in both theoretical and practical aspects of aerodynamics, computational methods, and vehicle design, preparing them for careers in Formula 1 or related high-performance vehicle engineering fields.