Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering, MEng (Hons)

This integrated Master's degree builds expertise in aerospace systems while providing a comprehensive foundation in mechanical engineering. The initial two years cover core principles such as mechanical engineering fundamentals, law, management, systems design, and computational modelling, guiding the development of products from concept to market. In years three and four, students focus on aircraft aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and structural design, including an individual project in year three and a group design project in year four that applies engineering knowledge to real-world challenges. Access to advanced facilities, like the UK's largest wind tunnel and a 3D imaging centre, enhances learning, and the program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, offering a pathway to chartered status.Typical modules span foundational topics in years one and two, including engineering design, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials. Year three incorporates aerothermodynamics, finite element analysis, and an individual project, while year four features advanced modules like aircraft propulsion, computational fluid dynamics, and a group design project. Assessment combines written exams, coursework, laboratory reports, and oral presentations, ensuring evaluation of experimental, research, and design skills. The course holds accreditation from professional bodies such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Engineering Council, affirming its industry recognition.

Typical modules include: Year one: An Introduction to Engineering Design; Electrical and Electronics Systems; Mathematics for Engineering and the Environment; Mechanics, Structures and Materials; Mechanical Systems Analysis; ThermoFluids. Year two: Engineering Management and Law; Fluid Mechanics; Materials and Structures; Mathematics for Engineering and the Environment Part II; Mechanics, Machines and Vibration; Systems Design and Computing; Thermodynamics; Electronics and Control. Year three: Individual Project; Aerothermodynamics; Engineering Design with Management; Finite Element Analysis in Solid Mechanics; Heat Transfer and Applications; Manufacturing and Materials; plus additional module options. Year four: Group Design Project; Applications of CFD; Aircraft Propulsion; Materials, Manufacturing, and Supply Chains; plus module options to deepen your knowledge.