This course is designed for students who have a fascination and enjoy the prospect of being involved in aerospace technology.
Overview
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The accredited Aeronautical Engineering courses are designed to train students to design, analyse and test aeronautical and aerospace vehicles and associated technology. Graduates would typically expect to work in the major aircraft or aerospace manufacturers, such as Airbus or BAe Systems, managing the design, maintanence or modification of an aircraft or an aerospace system.
Why Aeronautical Engineering at City?
- State-of-the-art facilities include: flight deck and motion simulators, wind tunnels up to supersonic speeds, high performance computing, all of which feature in teaching and in student projects; our inspiring flight test course involving hands-on glider manoeuvres and in-flight data measurement
- Graduates have gained employment with companies such as Airbus, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, AgustaWestland and QinetiQ
- Industry lectures from experts in the aerospace industry.
Wind Turbine Competition 2011
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Course Fees:
- Full-time EU: £9,000
- Full-time Non EU: £14,000
UCAS code:
H403 MEng, H405 MEng with professional placement, H410 BEng, H401 BEng with professional placement
Entry Requirements
Tariff Points
Students can transfer from BEng course to MEng at the end of second year based on their grades
BEng:
- A/AS-level: 340 UCAS tariff points including A-level Maths at grade B
- BTEC: DMM in ND in a relevant subject and additionally A Level Maths at grade B
- IB: 32, including a minimum of 6 in Maths at higher level and 6 in Physics desirable
- 14-19 Advanced Diploma: Engineering at grade B/250; A-Level Maths at grade B.
MEng:
- A/AS-level: 360 UCAS tariff points, including grade A Level Maths at grade A and A-level Physics at grade B desirable
- BTEC: DDM in ND in a relevant subject, and additionally A Level Maths at grade A
- IB: 32, including a minimum of 6 in Maths at higher level and 6 in Physics desirable
- 14-19 Advanced Diploma: Engineering at grade B/250; A-level Maths at grade A.
Pre-requisites
English GCSE at grade C or above.
Other Suitable Qualifications
Foundation Programmes
If you do not qualify for direct entry, our partner INTO City University London offers academic preparation programmes which focus on the skills you need. Successful completion of the International Foundation in Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics at INTO City University London means guaranteed progression to this degree.
English Requirements
- IELTS: 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in the writing sub-test
- TOEFL: 87 internet-based total
- GCSE: English language grade C.
English Language Programmes
If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this course, our partner, INTO City University London offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to this degree. Please click the links below for more information.
Visa Requirements
City University London retains Highly Trusted Status from UKBA, enabling us to sponsor international students to study in the UK.
The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than 6 months
- Students on courses of less than 6 months
- Students on a pre-sessional English Language course
For more information see our main Visa page.
When and Where
- Duration:
- BEng, full-time: Three years or four years including a professional placement. MEng, full-time: Four years or five years including a professional placement.
Course Content
This course is designed for students who have a fascination and enjoy the prospect of being involved in aerospace technology.
Course Structure
Year one:
The first year provides a broad foundation in engineering concepts with a slant towards practical applications.
Core modules:
- Basic engineering science
- Design
- Engineering laboratory
- Manufacturing methods
- Mathematics and computing.
The second year puts increasing emphasis on aviation-related skills such as aircraft design.
Core modules:
- Aeronautical design, including applied aerodynamics and aircraft structures
- Engineering management
- Mathematics, statistics and computing
- Structures, materials, fluid dynamics, mechatronics and thermodynamics, all with engineering application
You will also take a course in flight testing. Industrial lectures, given by experts from the aerospace industry, are part of aeronautical design teaching.
Year three:
The course becomes more specialised with a choice of subjects. As well as the group design project mentored by industry experts, the individual project allows you to investigate a subject of particular interest. BEng students with good grades at the end of the third year may transfer to the MEng programme.
Options from:
- Aerodynamics
- Aircraft structures
- Computational fluid dynamics
- Flight dynamics
- Gas turbine engineering
- System reliability and safety.
Year four:
Year four (MEng only) provides a multidisciplinary view of engineering design and creativity and innovation in problem solving. You also have the opportunity to select a greater number of specialised subjects at Masters level as well as a foreign language module.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching:
Methods include lectures, tutorials, group design, practical sessions and field trips. We combine analytical, experimental, group interactive teaching and learning techniques to encourage independent study, teamwork, communication, creativity and critical thinking. Courses are reviewed regularly to respond to the priority needs of the engineering market place, meeting the requirements of the Engineering Council. The courses are taught by staff from the Centre for Aeronautics, supported by relevant specialists as well as visiting staff from industry.
Assessment:
Assessment is by means of coursework and examinations. Group learning, teamwork and communication skills are assessed through design group studies, reports as well as presentations. Practical and technical communication skills are assessed through laboratory work and data analysis together with project reports.
Fees
- Full-time EU: £9,000
- Full-time Non EU: £14,000
Funding
For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.
Scholarships
A number of scholarships are awarded every year to students who achieve good entry qualifications.
Up to £3000 cash available each year for at least three years. Read more here to see if you might qualify.
Prizes
Prizes awarded by the various professional engineering bodies and the University are also available to students who continue to demonstrate good academic performance throughout their studies.Placements
Placement year (optional): Students may choose to complete an industrial placement year after the second or third academic year. Placement students gain a greater understanding of the aeronautical engineering profession and this may also count towards the experience requirement for a professional engineering qualification. Recent successful placements have included IHS ESDU, AgustaWestland and British Airways Engineering.Career Prospects
Aeronautical engineering graduates work in all areas of the aircraft and airline industries. They also work in other high-tech industries such as motormanufacturing and offshore oil and gas extraction.
Careers in aeronautical engineering in the UK are provided, not only by the larger companies such as Airbus, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, AgustaWestland Helicopters and QinetiQ, but also by many successful small companies that supply components and services. A number of graduates move on to a career in flying.
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Aeronautical Engineering
UCAS code: H403 MEng, H405 MEng with professional placement, H410 BEng, H401 BEng with professional placement
Applications for degree courses must be made through UCAS. You can apply through your school or college using the Apply system, which enables you to submit your application directly to the UCAS website.
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When to apply
Your application for entry in September 2013 should arrive at UCAS between 1 September 2012 and 15 January 2013. Applications that arrive after 15 January 2013 will be considered only at the University's discretion. When your application is acknowledged by UCAS, you will be sent a personal identification number so that you can access your records via Track on the UCAS website.
Enquiries
For general enquiries about the admissions process, please contact the
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