Engineering (Aerospace), MSc
Swansea University
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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The MSc in Engineering (Aerospace) provides a rigorous and systematic understanding of the field, equipping you with the critical awareness and insight required to become a credible aerospace engineer.You will be prepared in the theory and operation of aeronautical vehicles, from propeller-driven and jet-powered planes, to helicopters and gliders. This covers design, analysis, testing and flight.Practical experience will be partly gained through your access to one of the world’s most advanced ...Read more

The MSc in Engineering (Aerospace) provides a rigorous and systematic understanding of the field, equipping you with the critical awareness and insight required to become a credible aerospace engineer.

You will be prepared in the theory and operation of aeronautical vehicles, from propeller-driven and jet-powered planes, to helicopters and gliders. This covers design, analysis, testing and flight.

Practical experience will be partly gained through your access to one of the world’s most advanced engineering flight simulators housed within Engineering.

YOUR ENGINEERING (AEROSPACE) EXPERIENCE

World-class aerospace research informs high quality teaching in a state-of-the-art learning environment at Swansea University.

Maintaining some of the University’s strongest industry connections has helped us to establish a leading status in engineering development. We work with such blue chip companies such as Tata, Rolls-Royce, Airbus, BAE Systems and HP.

You can expect to benefit from close working relationships with industry experts.

Your studies will be nourished by an international community of over 500 postgraduate students and 120 research staff within Engineering.

ENGINEERING (AEROSPACE) EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the MSc Engineering (Aerospace) degree at Swansea are well positioned for rewarding employment opportunities. Your future could lie in any of the following roles:

  • Aircraft Design Engineer
  • Satellite Design Engineer
  • Aircraft Systems Engineer
  • Rocket Scientist
  • Aircraft MRO Engineer
  • Defence Engineer
  • Airline Pilot
  • High Speed Railway Engineer
  • Flight Test Engineer

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WUSCA ranking:
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40/101
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17th
CUG Ranking
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37th
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Bijan
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Modules

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Entry requirements

Usually entry requirements for the MSc Engineering (Aerospace) course are a first or a second class honours degree in Engineering, or similar relevant science discipline. You will also need to have an overall mark of at least 55%. However, performance in key modules will also be considered.

Tuition fees

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£10,950 per year

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£22,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£22,250 per year

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Swansea University
Fabian Way Swansea SA1 8EN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  0.5 miles away

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