University of Salford

BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering

University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom

Course overview

A degree in aeronautical engineering is the study of how aircraft are designed, constructed and powered, and how they are safely operated and controlled.

Key highlights

  • Covers how aircraft are designed, constructed and powered
  • Explores how aircraft are safely operated and controlled
  • Blends mathematics, theory, design, computer work and laboratory work

Entry requirements

  • GCSE: C/4 or above — to include Mathematics, English Language, English
  • UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — UCAS tariff points 104-112 UCAS points A level 104 - 112 UCAS points.
  • BTEC: DMM — to include from Engineering or Applied Science; BTEC National Diploma
  • Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass with 104-112
  • International Baccalaureate: 30 — overall, including Grade 5

Scholarships

  • Global Gold Excellence Scholarship

    For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000

  • Global Silver Excellence Scholarship

    For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500

  • IFY Excellence Scholarship

    For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Aeronautical Engineer
  • Aerospace Design Engineer
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • Propulsion Engineer
  • Flight Test Engineer
  • Stress Engineer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £10,050 per year

Admission

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