Vehicle Design Analysis

Education facts

Code: 5ID212

The course provides theoretical and practical knowledge about the aspects that influence form in vehicle design. The content is covered in two modules: **Module 1: Vehicle Design Theory (1,5 credits)** During this module a combination of lectures, seminars and a written assignment provide knowledge and opportunity for reflection about factors that influence the configuration of a vehicle. **Module 2: Clay Modelling (6 credits)** Supported by instructor tutorials, students get familiar with the techniques involved in physical model-making using automotive clay as media.

Entry requirements

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent first-cycle qualification comprising of at least 180 ECTS or a corresponding qualification from an internationally recognized university. Specific entry requirements are: 60 ECTS credits in the field of Design. Student must have passed all previous master courses on the Transportation Design Programme at Umeå Institute of Design or the equivalent. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6/level 2.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Vehicle Design Analysis

  Umeå University

  Start date: 19 February 2027

  End date: 24 March 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %