Course Summary

This dual-accredited integrated master's degree is your fastest route to becoming a Chartered Engineer in aeronautical engineering. It focuses on aircraft design, providing you with in-depth knowledge of aerospace and aeronautical vehicles and technology. You'll develop in-demand engineering skills through industrial design projects and optional year in industry. The course is designed in collaboration with industry, which is directly reflected in the emphasis on the professional and transferrable skills you will learn. The MEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering degree has been developed to educate you in the design, analysis and testing of aeronautical and aerospace vehicles and associated technology. City was the first institution in the UK to introduce Aeronautical Engineering courses. The department has strong links with industry (local, national and global), maintaining partnerships through research projects and student placements. This course prepares you for a career in the global aerospace industry. You’ll develop in-depth engineering knowledge each year, putting it into practice through cross-disciplinary design projects at every stage of your studies. - Learn about the design, analysis and testing of aeronautical and aerospace vehicles and associated technology - Study in industry-standard specialist facilities including our flight deck, motion simulators, wind tunnels, fuel injection systems, formula car simulator and flight test course - Prepare for professional practice in your final year, with an in-depth individual design project based on industrial needs - Boost your employability with an optional 12-month professional placement - past hosts include Airbus, DHL, British Airways, EDF Energy - Future-proof your skills with our focus on design innovation and sustainability - Progress to a high-tech career in the airline and aircraft industries - Shine at interview with practical examples to showcase your expertise, thanks to real-world projects throughout your studies - Benefit from our industry connections and outstanding reputation as the first UK university offering aeronautic engineering. Aeronautical Engineering graduates work in all areas of the aircraft and airline industries and in other high-tech industries, such as motor manufacturing, F1 design, tall building design and offshore oil and gas extraction. Careers in aeronautical engineering in the UK are provided by larger companies such as Leonardo Helicopters, Airbus, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce and QinetiQ and many successful specialist companies that supply components and services.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 Build a firm foundation in mathematics, engineering, physics, electronics and computing, with our shared engineering first year. Take part in engineering design exercises with your coursemates. - Mathematics I (20 credits) - Engineering Science (20 credits) - Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics (20 credits) - Solid Mechanics (20 credits) - Electronics (20 credits) - Design I (20 credits) - Personal & Professional Development (5 credits) Year 2 Specialise in aeronautical engineering with modules including fluid mechanics and thermodynamics, structural mechanics and mechatronics. - Mathematics II (20 credits) - Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics (20 credits) - Structural Mechanics (20 credits) - Mechatronics (20 credits) - Measurement and Data Analysis (20 credits) - Design II: Aeronautical (20 credits) Year 3 Deepen your expertise in aircraft design with modules including aerodynamics and propulsion, and flight dynamics and control. Develop professional skills in engineering management. - Analysis of Structures and Materials (20 credits) - Aerodynamics and Propulsion (20 credits) - Flight Dynamics and Control (20 credits) - Engineering Management, Reliability and Safety (20 credits) - Individual Project and Design (40 credits) Year 4 Transition from academic study to professional practice with a significant engineering design project. Choose from: European Global Product Design (EGPR), Formula Student, Aircraft Design Project or Gas Turbine project. - Advanced Aerodynamics (20 credits) - Structural Dynamics and Aero elasticity (20 credits) - Design IV:Aeronautical (40 credits) - Advanced CFD (20 credits) - Gas Turbine Engineering (20 credits) - Airworthiness and Maintenance (20 credits) - Robotics Imaging and Vision (20 credits) - MEng Individual Project (Stage 4) (20 credits)

Course Details – Assessment Method

The balance of assessment by examination, practical examination and assessment by coursework will to some extent depend on the optional modules you choose. The approximate percentage of the course assessment, based on 2018/19 entry is as follows: Year 1 - Written examination: 61% - Coursework: 39% Year 2 - Written examination: 60% - Coursework: 40% Year 3 - Written examination: 43% - Coursework: 57% Year 4 - Written examination: 41% - Practical: 59%

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Mechanical Engineers, Institute of

Aeronautical Society, Royal

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: H403

Institution code: C60

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

to include A Level Mathematics

to include A Level Mathematics

We welcome applications that include the EPQ. Where relevant, this may be included in our offer, resulting in an ‘A’ Level offer reduced by one grade.

34 points total, including Higher Level Mathematics at grade 6 OR 34 points total, including Higher Level Physics/Biology/Chemistry at grade 6 and Standard Level Mathematics at grade 7.


If you are an overseas applicant, you must apply for an ATAS Certificate as part of the acceptance process onto this course. If you do not qualify for direct entry, you may wish to take a foundation programme first. These programmes are designed to prepare students for entry to City's undergraduate courses.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 74%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
EU 19770.0 Year 1
International 19770.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

Northampton Square
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