Air transport engineering is essential for the safe and effective operation ofaircraft. The course is equally applicable to prospective pilots and engineers, as the industry increasingly demands betterunderstanding by new staff of aircraft technical aspects.
Overview
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Air transport engineering is essential for the safe and effective operation of aircraft. The course is equally applicable to prospective pilots, operations staff and engineers - for whom the course provides an excellent lead-in to licensed engineer status - as the industry increasingly demands better understanding by new staff of aircraft technical aspects. Graduates work in all areas of the air transport industry, including airlines, maintenance organisations and airports; focused on operations and engineering. Areas covered include the global air transport industry, the design of aircraft and systems to meet diverse operating requirements, flight safety, reliability, maintenance, the environment, regulation, airline planning as well as economic performance.
Why Air Transport 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 in the operational side of the air transport industry, including: licensed engineer, flight crew, maintenance planning, air traffic control, flight operations and ground handling
- Industry lectures from experts in the aviation industry.
City's BEng/MEng in Air Transport Engineering to include LAE qualification from 2013. For more details click here.
Course Fees:
- Full-time EU: £9,000
- Full-time Non EU: £14,000
UCAS code:
H424 MEng, H423 MEng with professional placement, H422 BEng, H400 BEng with professional placement
Entry Requirements
For entry 2013
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 and A-level Physics at grade B desirable
- 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.
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.
Course Content
Air transport engineering is essential for the safe and effective operation of aircraft. The course is equally applicable to prospective pilots, operations staff and engineers - for whom the course provides an excellent lead-in to licensed engineer status - as the industry increasingly demands better understanding by new staff of aircraft technical aspects. Graduates work in all areas of the air transport industry, including airlines, maintenance organisations and airports; focused on operations and engineering. Areas covered include the global air transport industry, the design of aircraft and systems to meet diverse operating requirements, flight safety, reliability, maintenance, the environment, regulation, airline planning as well as economic performance.
Course Structure
Year one
Year one is common to all our MEng and BEng courses in aeronautics and air transport and is designed to give students a thorough grounding in the subjects appropriate to the formation of an engineering career.
Modules:
Engineering laboratory
Engineering drawing and design
Manufacturing methods
Electrical engineering
Engineering management.
Each student is required to take part in an oral presentation at the end of the year as part of a team effort in trying to find solutions to problems that may occur in businesses and industries.
Year two
The second year is common with the Aeronautical Engineering degree. Laboratory classes are undertaken in all appropriate subjects, which are designed to build on Year one and put increasing emphasis on core aviation related skills. In the first term of design, students are split into specialist groups and given the job of, for example, 'stretching' or 'shrinking' a current Airbus design. The course also involves the students writing an extended essay on a topic assigned to them.
Year three
Included in year three are four compulsory modules that are specific to the air transport industry. Additionally, the important integrated group design subject is common with the Aeronautical Engineering degree.
Compulsory modules:
Air transport operations - how the airline industry functions
Airworthiness - how aircraft are maintained to ensure safe operation
Avionics and control - key technology in advanced airliners
System reliability and safety - designing and operating aircraft that are safe
Year four
Students with the desire to achieve MEng standard, will progress in their fourth year to a number of specialised modules to enhance their skill base further. In addition, they undertake a more detailed, individual project spread over both years three and four.
Placement year (optional)
A year on an industrial placement - a sandwich year - may be available. Students gain a greater understanding of the air transport industry, and this may also count towards the experience requirement for a professional, engineering qualification. Recent placement opportunities have included Airbus in Toulouse, and Virgin Atlantic Airways.
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.
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, data analysis together with the project reports.
Read the full programme specification: BEng, MEng.
Study Abroad
Recommended Reading
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 goodentry qualifications. Prizes awarded bythe various professional engineering bodies and the University are also available to students who continue to demonstrate good academic performance throughout their studies.
Scholarship for 2013 entrants: Up to £3000 cash each year for at least three years for students on this course. Read more here to see if you might qualify.
Prizes
Bursaries
Placements
Placements enhance a student's understanding of the air transport industry and improves your employability. Organisations which have recently offered summer or full-year placements include: Airbus, easyJet, London City Airport and Thomson Airways.
Career Prospects
Graduates have progressed to successful careers in many areas of the air transport industry including; pilots, engineers, operations controllers, air traffic controllers, aviation consultants, spares supply managers, reliability engineers, safety specialists, and many others.
Find out how studying at City University London helps you to improve your job prospects.
About the School and Department
Find out more about City University London
Air Transport Engineering
UCAS code: H424 MEng, H423 MEng with professional placement, H422 BEng, H400 BEng with professional placement
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