Our postgraduate Aerospace Engineering degree focuses on meeting skills gaps within the aerospace industry. The course develops your skills in the design, development, testing and production of flying vehicles.
Why study with us
- Learn using excellent facilities and equipment on and off campus. Access the latest unmanned air systems (UAS) technology which has had investment of £3.2m. Our flying field to test UAV is only 20 minutes away from our Preston Campus.
- This degree has been designed to be tailored around areas of interest. There are a combination of set and option modules to choose from.
- Our courses are delivered by renowned, research leading staff. We have excellent links with industry, providing you with opportunities to enhance your learning through guest lectures and other opportunities.
What you'll do
- You’ll learn and research the latest developments in aerospace engineering technologies. You'll bring all aspects of aerospace engineering together through exciting design projects.
- We provide additional, dedicated support for those wanting to take the placement route to find a 6 to 12 month placement.
- You'll have countless opportunities to take part in field trips and site visits, allowing you to experience live projects.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
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Careers in Aerospace Engineering
An MSc in Aerospace Engineering could lead to a career, or develop your career further, in many sectors including:
- Aerospace
- Space
- Defence
- Automotive
- Biotechnology
- Energy and manufacturing
We have close working relationship with industry partners who are on the lookout for new talent.
Entry requirements
- 2.2 BEng (Hons) degree or 2.2 BSc (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Engineering or other related subject
- Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications or relevant work / life experience who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from Master-level studies are welcome
- Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate competence in the language.
- The normal minimum standard required is IELTS 6.5 with no component score less than, to have been taken within 2 years prior to the course commencement date
- Specific entry requirements for a MSc in Aerospace Engineering degree are: Entry can be made to the course through holding at least a lower second class award of BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Engineering or other related subject
- Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications or relevant work / life experience who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from Master-level studies are welcome. If you have not studied recently you may need to undertake a Top-Up degree Entry programme first
- Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate competence in the language. The normal minimum standard required is IELTS 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5 or equivalent
- Note: An ATAS may be required for overseas students – students are advised to ‘Check if you need an ATAS certificate (academic-technology-approval.service.gov.uk)’ using HECOS codes (H4) Aeronautical engineering /H400/100115.
Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
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This course is delivered by the School of Engineering and Computing
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