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MEng Aerospace Engineering
Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
60 monthsProgram duration
25,008 GBPTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Engineering - AeronauticalMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Aeronautical
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Aerospace Engineers design, develop and build aircraft, spacecraft, and satellites. Advancements in commercial space exploration, drone technology, low carbon technologies and aerospace commerce make it one of the fastest growing specialisms in engineering.
MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering combines the core disciplines of mechanical engineering with specific application to aerospace engineering, with a strong focus on the current and emerging needs of the aeronautical industry.
The undergraduate degree will provide you with the core skills and specialist knowledge you need to launch a thriving career as an aerospace engineering. You’ll take courses from across our engineering disciplines to ensure you gain a foundation of essential knowledge.
In your first two years, you’ll study courses from our established mechanical engineering degree, respected by industry and employers for the way it builds capacity to solve problems, analyse engineering components, and design solutions to real-life challenges. You will also be introduced to key concepts from Aerospace Engineering.
In years three and four, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge in Aerospace Engineering with a Group Design Project, whilst learning from specialist optional courses such as Spacecraft Engineering, Industrial and Sustainable Aerodynamics, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Technologies and Aerospace Simulation.
In Year 5, the courses in Aerospace Engineering become progressively specialised and you will complete a Major Aerospace design project.
Throughout your studies, you will apply your learned theoretical knowledge to practical work, using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities including wind tunnels, a supersonic test rig, and industry-standard software for computational fluid dynamics, finite element, and computer aided design.
Your learning environment
The MEng Aerospace Engineering programme is taught though a combination of lectures, tutorials, and laboratory practicals, allowing you to get to know and build relationships with your teaching staff, academics, and peers. You will be assessed by coursework, exams, and your dissertation, and will receive support and feedback throughout the programme.
During your studies, you’ll use our large-scale aerospace engineering lab space for practical work in dynamics, materials and design, and have access to our specialist equipment and software used by professional aerospace and mechanical engineers, including machining and manufacturing facilities, an air conditioning unit, Marcet Boiler, high speed wind tunnel rig, wind tunnel for fluid mechanics and aerodynamics, 3D printer, and a uniaxial testing machine. You’ll gain experience in using the equipment, which you can use to benefit your studies, inform, and develop your academic assignments, and use for extra-curriculum and personal projects.
GRID (Centre for Global Research Innovation and Discovery), our multi-discipline hub on the banks of our very own campus loch, is a building which embraces our learn by doing ethos within the school. Here, you’ll can work on real-life problems, and across disciplines to deliver practical solutions with global impact. You’ll have access to space for personal and group work, technology, and state-of-the-art equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, design space, electronic and mechanical facilities.
Outside of the classroom, you can apply your learnt knowledge and skills to a number of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering related societies including:
Societies provide a great opportunity to meet likeminded people, get involved in regular social events and networking events, and gain insights into career prospects in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and other relevant industries.
Program overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Aeronautical
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Aerospace Engineers design, develop and build aircraft, spacecraft, and satellites. Advancements in commercial space exploration, drone technology, low carbon technologies and aerospace commerce make it one of the fastest growing specialisms in engineering.
MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering combines the core disciplines of mechanical engineering with specific application to aerospace engineering, with a strong focus on the current and emerging needs of the aeronautical industry.
The undergraduate degree will provide you with the core skills and specialist knowledge you need to launch a thriving career as an aerospace engineering. You’ll take courses from across our engineering disciplines to ensure you gain a foundation of essential knowledge.
In your first two years, you’ll study courses from our established mechanical engineering degree, respected by industry and employers for the way it builds capacity to solve problems, analyse engineering components, and design solutions to real-life challenges. You will also be introduced to key concepts from Aerospace Engineering.
In years three and four, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge in Aerospace Engineering with a Group Design Project, whilst learning from specialist optional courses such as Spacecraft Engineering, Industrial and Sustainable Aerodynamics, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Technologies and Aerospace Simulation.
In Year 5, the courses in Aerospace Engineering become progressively specialised and you will complete a Major Aerospace design project.
Throughout your studies, you will apply your learned theoretical knowledge to practical work, using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities including wind tunnels, a supersonic test rig, and industry-standard software for computational fluid dynamics, finite element, and computer aided design.
Your learning environment
The MEng Aerospace Engineering programme is taught though a combination of lectures, tutorials, and laboratory practicals, allowing you to get to know and build relationships with your teaching staff, academics, and peers. You will be assessed by coursework, exams, and your dissertation, and will receive support and feedback throughout the programme.
During your studies, you’ll use our large-scale aerospace engineering lab space for practical work in dynamics, materials and design, and have access to our specialist equipment and software used by professional aerospace and mechanical engineers, including machining and manufacturing facilities, an air conditioning unit, Marcet Boiler, high speed wind tunnel rig, wind tunnel for fluid mechanics and aerodynamics, 3D printer, and a uniaxial testing machine. You’ll gain experience in using the equipment, which you can use to benefit your studies, inform, and develop your academic assignments, and use for extra-curriculum and personal projects.
GRID (Centre for Global Research Innovation and Discovery), our multi-discipline hub on the banks of our very own campus loch, is a building which embraces our learn by doing ethos within the school. Here, you’ll can work on real-life problems, and across disciplines to deliver practical solutions with global impact. You’ll have access to space for personal and group work, technology, and state-of-the-art equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, design space, electronic and mechanical facilities.
Outside of the classroom, you can apply your learnt knowledge and skills to a number of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering related societies including:
Societies provide a great opportunity to meet likeminded people, get involved in regular social events and networking events, and gain insights into career prospects in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and other relevant industries.
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From top 10 rankings to opportunities to study abroad, there are many reasons to choose Heriot-Watt. Here are just a few of them.
A rich heritage
We are proud that since our foundation in 1821 we have been outward-looking pioneers of education, in pursuit of knowledge to the benefit of society and the world.
Become a global student
Heriot-Watt provides you with the opportunity to become a global student both at our UK campuses and internationally. On our Edinburgh Campus you’ll find that about one-third of our students are from countries outside the UK, bringing a real international flavour to our community. This mix of people provides a great opportunity to learn about other cultures and build friendships that stretch across the globe.
We also encourage students to take part in our global student programme, Go Global, by participating in an Inter-Campus Transfer, Exchange or Erasmus+ for a semester or year of their degree.
A world-class reputation
We are world-renowned for excellence in teaching and research. We are ranked 235th in the world and 32nd in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2024), and almost 90% of our research outputs are classed as world-leading and internationally excellent (REF 2021). View our rankings.
Strong links to business and industry
Our taught programmes and research are informed by the needs of business and industry. We actively facilitate collaborations and partnerships, building strategic alliances and promoting knowledge transfer.
Globally employable graduates
Global companies actively seek out our graduates as they are work-ready. Our programmes are designed to ensure that students receive a relevant, careerorientated education. As a result, more than 95% are in employment or further study six months after completing their programme.
Worldwide network
When you join Heriot-Watt you become part of a global family. We have around 123,000 alumni worldwide. The Watt Club was founded in 1854 and is the oldest graduate club in the UK. Lifetime membership is automatic upon graduation from Heriot-Watt and is free to all graduates of the University.
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