Aeronautics and Astronautics, BEng (Hons)

This three-year course in aeronautics and astronautics explores core subjects related to fast-moving aircraft and spacecraft in Earth's atmosphere and beyond. The initial two years provide a shared foundation across related degrees, emphasizing essential engineering sciences such as aerodynamics, propulsion systems, mechanics of flight, fluid dynamics, and control systems. This prepares students for the design and operation of air vehicles and spacecraft. In the third year, modules delve deeper into aircraft design, including environmental impacts, while students undertake an individual project to integrate acquired knowledge and skills. Access to advanced facilities, such as dedicated design studios, the UK's largest wind tunnel, jet engine labs, a flight simulator, and a professional manufacturing centre, enhances the learning experience. The program is fully accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, offering a pathway to chartered status.Typical modules span: Year one—Introduction to Aeronautics and Astronautics, Engineering Design, Electrical and Electronic Systems, Mathematics, Mechanics, Structures and Materials, and Thermofluids; Year two—Aerodynamics, Astronautics, Engineering Management and Law, Materials and Structures, Mathematics, Mechanics of Flight, Propulsion, and Systems Design and Computing; Year three—Individual Project, Aerothermodynamics, Aircraft Structural Design, Aerospace Control Design, Introduction to Aircraft Design, plus optional modules. Assessment combines unseen written exams and coursework, including problem-solving exercises, laboratory reports, design tasks, essays, and individual or group projects, with skills evaluated through reports, exercises, and oral presentations.

Typical modules include: Year one: Introduction to Aeronautics and Astronautics; Engineering Design; Electrical and Electronic Systems; Mathematics; Mechanics, Structures and Materials; Thermofluids. Year two: Aerodynamics; Astronautics; Engineering Management and Law; Materials and Structures; Mathematics; Mechanics of Flight; Propulsion; Systems Design and Computing. Year three: Individual Project; Aerothermodynamics; Aircraft Structural Design; Aerospace Control Design; Introduction to Aircraft Design, plus additional module options.