Formula Student is an international engineering design competition that inspires the engineers of tomorrow to push the limits of technology and innovation.
Formula Student is the world’s largest engineering competition, challenging students to design, build, test, and race their own single-seat formula-style car.
Teams from universities around the globe compete not only on the track but also in business and engineering design presentations.
The competition emphasizes engineering excellence, teamwork, and innovation, offering students a platform to apply their academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges.
Each car is judged on its design, performance, cost analysis, and overall presentation.
Formula Student was founded in 1981 by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) in the United States as Formula SAE. Its mission was to create a learning experience where students could apply their engineering skills in a competitive and creative environment.
The competition expanded to Europe in 1998 with the launch of Formula Student UK, organized by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). Today, Formula Student competitions are held worldwide, with events in Germany, Italy, Japan, and Australia, to name a few.
Over the years, the competition has grown significantly, attracting thousands of participants annually. It has become a prestigious event where the best and brightest future engineers showcase their talents.
Formula Student is more than just a competition; it’s an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in engineering, project management, and teamwork. Participants learn to:
Many alumni of Formula Student have gone on to work in leading automotive companies, motorsport teams, and other cutting-edge industries.
It’s a stepping stone to a successful career in engineering and beyond.
