Students in automotive engineering programs can prepare for a variety of different careers in the field. Many program graduates find positions at various levels in production, post-production, industrial processing, automotive design and research and design.

A foundation year is a scholastic program that gives students the chance to become familiar with college life and university courses. By preparing students for the expectations of higher education, foundation years may help students to be more successful in their academic careers.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.