Introduction

The Automotive & Transport industies in general have undergone dramatic changes in recent times. Technological advances have made vehicles more efficient, more environmentally friendly, and safer, whilst at the same time strict standards are being enforced by manufacturers, distributors and retailers.

The motor and transport industries require highly qualified people at supervisory and management level. Ourt Degree programmes are designed to take account of these advances and prepare graduates for employment within such a dynamic industries.

Our degree programmes are designed to take account of these changes and provide varied and rewarding career opportunities in many different types of Indutries ranging from motor dealerships to vehicle manufacturing and transport companies.

Our programmes are taught through a combination of lectures, practical work and assignments related to practical aspects, e.g. motor vehicle technology, garage practice, automobile electronics, advanced diagnostics, CAD/ vehicle design etc. The mixture of management, financial, legal and strategic analysis modules in particular will provide graduates with opportunities for rapid career advancement.

Particular emphasis is placed on course content that prepares learners with the required blend of business and technical aspects to enable them achieve successful and rewarding careers within the automotive & transport industries.

Please see the video below from a recent visit to the Johnson & Perrott Motor Group. 

Career Opportunites 

Our degree programmes provide varied and rewarding career opportunities in many types of enterprise throughout the industry ranging from motor dealerships to vehicle manufacturing and transport companies.

Employment opportunities include supervisory, management and technical positions within sales and after-sales sectors of the motor, transport, fleet industries, vehicle distributors/ manufacturers along with vehicle assessing. 

Questions

Can I become a motor mechanic from these degrees ?
No, to become a motor mechanic requires registration with Solas and completing an apprenticeship.

Is there work placement in Ireland or abroad during the degrees ?
Work placement is incorporated for those who progress to the BSc (Honours) in Transport Management (Level 8) programme or the Automotive Business Management and Technology BSc (Honours).

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