University of Hertfordshire

MSc Aerospace Engineering with Advanced Project

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

The MSc Aerospace Engineering with Advanced Project at the University of Hertfordshire is a master’s degree that teaches advanced skills for designing aircraft and spacecraft, as well as how to manage engineering projects and teams. Students study topics such as flight mechanics, aeroelasticity, computational fluid dynamics, propulsion, and finite element analysis. They also study research skills and project management.

Teaching is done through lectures, tutorials, lab sessions, computer workshops, and practical work using tools like wind tunnels and flight simulators. Students use the same software and equipment used in industry. Assessment includes exams, lab reports, coursework, group projects, presentations, and a final dissertation. The course is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, helping graduates progress toward Chartered Engineer status.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by RAeS and IMechE
  • Meets further learning requirement for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration
  • Dedicated aerospace labs with flight simulators and wind tunnels
  • Access to industry-level CAE software packages
  • Advanced project develops project management and research skills

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — or above

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000
  • Helen Burchell Scholarship

    A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education

    Up to £750
  • The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni

    This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Aerospace Engineer
  • Aerodynamics Engineer
  • Flight Test Engineer
  • Aircraft Design Engineer
  • CAE Analysis Engineer
  • Aerospace Research Engineer

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Aerospace Engineering with Advanced Project from the University of Hertfordshire are well-equipped for roles like:

  • Aerospace Engineer

  • Aerodynamics Engineer

  • Flight Test Engineer

  • Propulsion Engineer

  • Aircraft Design Engineer

Cost of study

For international students joining the MSc Aerospace Engineering with Advanced Project in the University of Hertfordshire, the tuition fee is £22,450.

Admission

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