The Aeronautical Engineering with a Foundation Year course at Loughborough University is designed for students who have not studied the required subjects for direct first-year entry, did not meet entry requirements due to adverse circumstances or sporting commitments, or are mature students or care leavers returning to education.The Foundation Studies programme aims to support a wide range of students in achieving their university aspirations. Its streamed structure enables progression to a variety of degree programmes within a chosen stream, providing additional time to explore and select the most suitable academic path.This course is particularly suited to:Students lacking prerequisite subjects for first-year entryThose who missed entry requirements due to illness, caring responsibilities, or other challengesMature students or care leaversElite athletes balancing study with high-level sports commitments.Students on the programme are full members of Loughborough University, with access to the Students’ Union, societies, sports facilities, and a broad range of student support services.This course is part of the Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences stream - one of four foundation streams - and allows progression to degrees such as:Aeronautical Engineering with a Foundation YearAutomotive EngineeringBioengineeringChemical EngineeringCivil and Architectural EngineeringComputer ScienceElectronic and Electrical EngineeringMaterialsMathematicsMechanical EngineeringNatural Sciences (maths or physics major)PhysicsProduct Design and TechnologySport Technology