MSc Aerospace Engineering
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The MSc Aerospace Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire teaches students how airplanes and spacecraft work and how to manage engineering projects. Students learn about things like how air flows over wings, how aircraft fly, what materials they are made from, and how engines work. They do not just study theory, they also get hands-on practice. They use professional software, work in labs, and train on flight simulators to see how real aerospace systems behave.
Classes are taught in person and supported online through the StudyNet system, where students can find resources, tutorials, and talk with teachers and classmates. Students are assessed through coursework, design tasks, practical reports, and a final research project. By the end, graduates have both technical and management skills, preparing them for jobs such as aerospace engineer, project manager, or technical specialist.
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
- Industry-led skills sessions drawing on aerospace industry links
- Strong relations with Rolls Royce, Thales and MBDA
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen 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 £750The 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
- Propulsion Engineer
- Structural Stress Engineer
- Flight Test Engineer
- CAE Simulation Engineer
Career opportunities
Graduates with an MSc Aerospace Engineering from the University of Hertfordshire are equipped for a wide range of roles in the aerospace and manufacturing sectors. Here are some likely career paths:
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Aerospace Engineer (design, analysis, testing)
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Flight Mechanics Specialist
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Aerodynamics / CFD Engineer
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Technical Project Manager
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Engineering Consultant
Cost of study
The cost for the MSc Aerospace Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire is £17,950 for international students.
Admission
You can apply for the MSc Aerospace Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire through Hertfordshire’s postgraduate application portal. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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