Mechanical Engineer
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The BEng (Hons) Aircraft Engineering at UWS develops expertise in designing, building and advancing aircraft and their systems, combining engineering principles with emerging technologies, practical applications and real-world industry challenges.
MEng (Hons) / BEng (Hons)
4 year full-time
September, January, May
The MEng (Hons) / BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at UWS equips you with the knowledge and skills to design, build and advance aerospace vehicles and their systems. You’ll explore emerging technologies including low and zero-carbon aviation, drone technology, and jet and space propulsion systems.
Designed with input from the regional aerospace industry, the course combines engineering principles with practical and computational learning. You’ll develop skills in aerospace design, manufacturing, aerodynamic and structural testing, computer-aided design and simulation, preparing you for opportunities across the aerospace industry and wider engineering sectors.
Practical learning includes laboratory and software sessions, access to a full-motion flight simulator and opportunities for industrial visits. Students may visit major aerospace organisations such as Spirit AeroSystems and British Airways, while some final-year projects may be offered in collaboration with industry.
This course is for students interested in aircraft, space vehicles, engineering design and emerging aerospace technologies. It is particularly suited to those who want to combine engineering theory with practical, computational and industry-focused learning.
Graduates can pursue opportunities in aerospace design, manufacturing, maintenance and overhaul, project management, technical analysis, certification and quality control. The skills developed can also support careers across mechanical, energy, defence, offshore and automotive engineering, or progression to postgraduate study and research.
Explore aerospace structures and systems, aerodynamics, jet propulsion and fluid dynamics, while developing skills in engineering design, simulation and project management.
Develop practical skills through laboratory and software sessions, design activities, simulation and industry visits to leading aerospace organisations.
Explore low and zero-carbon aviation, drone technology and emerging jet and space propulsion systems.
Build a foundation in aircraft aerodynamics and systems, engineering materials, mathematics and engineering design. You’ll also develop your professional, career, communication and digital skills through Aspire: Foundations for Success.
Develop your understanding of aerospace structures and systems, strength of materials, vibration theory, materials and manufacturing technology, aerodynamics and propulsion systems. You’ll also build practical and technical skills in computer-aided design and information technology.
Advance your knowledge of aircraft design and performance through testing, measurement and computer-aided design (CAD). You’ll develop skills in computer-based simulation and analysis techniques, alongside project management.
Deepen your understanding of aerodynamics while developing skills in the design, analysis and testing of composite structures. You’ll also advance your computer-aided engineering skills through Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
A variety of assessment approaches are used throughout the course, including examinations, coursework, laboratory reports, design assessments, presentations and individual and group project work.
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis.
Please visit our Undergraduate entry requirements page for information on our different entry requirements, including country-specific details for EU and non-EU qualifications.
Scottish Highers
A Levels
Irish Leaving Certificate
International Baccalaureate
BEng (Hons)
Scottish Highers
A Levels
T Level
Irish Leaving Certificate
International Baccalaureate
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency. English language qualifications should normally have been gained within two years of the start of the course.
The general UWS English language requirement for undergraduate study is:
UWS also accepts a range of recognised equivalent English language qualifications.
Explore the career opportunities this course can lead to. The skills and knowledge you gain can prepare you for a wide range of roles across your chosen industry and support your long-term professional development.
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