Northumbria University

Aerospace Satellite Engineering (Extended Degree) BEng (Hons)

Northumbria UniversityCity Campus, Northumbria University, Newcastle

Course overview

Northumbria's Aerospace Satellite Engineering (Extended Degree) BEng (Hons) has been developed by world-leading academics and industry partners, to provide the skills to thrive within the rapidly growing space sector. This includes a foundation year, where you will enhance your knowledge and skills of core mathematics, core physics and electrical engineering principles.

Key highlights

  • Developed with world-leading academics and industry partners
  • Prepares students for the rapidly growing space sector
  • Foundation year in core mathematics, physics and electrical engineering
  • Optional placement year or study abroad year available

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 56-72 — 2026/27 Standard Entry 56 to 72 Tariff Points From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diploma…
  • GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics, English Language

Careers this course leads to

  • Satellite engineer
  • Aerospace engineer
  • Spacecraft systems engineer
  • Avionics engineer
  • Electronics engineer
  • Payload engineer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £19,580 | International: £39,700

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Northumbria University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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