Cranfield University

MSc Aerospace Dynamics

Cranfield University

Course overview

This Masters course helps students learn key information about how air moves, how vehicles move, how to control them, and how to use computer models. Students will get hands-on experience measuring, studying, and making computer models of airflows and aircraft. This programme is perfect if you're interested in designing aircraft, controlling air movement, measuring flows, or understanding how planes fly and how to control them.

The course is split into two main parts: lessons and your own research project. You can choose to focus on either Flight Dynamics (how planes fly) or Aerodynamics (how air moves around planes). Cranfield University has been teaching advanced aerospace engineering since 1946, giving students a special chance to fly in the National Flying Laboratory Centre's aircraft as part of their studies.

Entry requirements

To apply for this course, applicants need to send a personal statement. In this, you will discuss why you want to study the course and other details about your studies. You will also need a reference from a teacher or an employer. You can choose to upload your CV (a document showing your work history) with your application to demonstrate your experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need at least a second-class UK Honours degree, or a similar international degree, in subjects like mathematics, physics, or an engineering field.
  • If your degree is different, you might still be accepted if you have enough relevant work experience in engineering or a technical area.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no part lower than 5.5 for listening, reading, writing, and speaking. 
  • You can also submit scores from other accepted English tests, such as TOEFL (92 overall) or Pearson PTE Academic 65 overall, with at least 59 in all parts.

Scholarships

  • Airbus Master’s Student Bursary

    €3,000 tuition fees.

  • Alumni Discounts

    The 20% course fee discount is available to Cranfield University and Cranfield School of Management graduates.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Antony and Amanda Jenkins MBA Scholarship for Women Leaders

    Up to £10,000 towards the tuition fees (2 scholarships available).

  • Championing Diversity Bursary

    Up to £3,500

  • Changemaker Bursary

    Up to £3,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Cranfield ALCS International Scholarship

    This scholarship offers a 20% fee discount to applicants holding an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Cranfield College of Aeronautics Heritage Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee bursary.

    Up to £5,000

  • Cranfield Excellence International Scholarships

    50 Scholarships of £10,000 and £15,000

  • Cranfield Excellence Merit Scholarships

    Funding value: up to £10,000 for international applicants and 20% for all nationals paying Home Fees.

  • Cranfield Faraday, Anderson and Parker Scholarship

    Up to £5500 towards tuition fee.

  • Delta Foundation Chevening Scholarship Taiwan

  • Frank Whittle Scholarships for the Cranfield Thermal Power MSc

    Up to 50% of the tuition fees for the MSc Thermal Power and Propulsion.

  • Global Clinical Supplies Group Scholarship

    £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Global Excellence Scholarship in Aerospace Dynamics

    A £10,000 contribution towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

  • Mister Gees Foundation Scholarships

    £5000 towards tuition fees for a UK or international student studying a full-time Water and Wastewater Processes MSc - Environmental Science route.

    Up to £5,000

  • Norman C.T. Liu Women in Aviation Scholarship

    £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

  • Relithan (Technology) Scholarship

    £20,000 fund for both 25/26 and 26/27 starts.

    Up to £20,000

  • Sir Peter Gregson Scholarship

    Four Scholarships of £16,000 for a PhD.

    Up to £16,000

  • The Boeing Global Engagement Scholarship

    Funding value - up to £5,000 toward tuition fees.

  • The Professor Joe Nellis CBE MBA Scholarship

    Up to £10,000 towards tuition fees (one scholarship per year available).

Career opportunities

A Masters degree in Aerospace Dynamics from Cranfield University can lead to various career opportunities within the aerospace, military, and related sectors. Graduates are highly sought after by employers due to the course's industry-focused research. Potential career paths include:

  • Aerospace Engineer
  • Flight Dynamics Specialist
  • Aerodynamicist
  • Research and Development Engineer (Aerospace)
  • Consultant (Aviation/Automotive)
  • Systems Engineer

Cost of study

For the 2025-26 academic year, the tuition fee for the full-time and Part-time MSc Aerospace Computational Engineering programme is £27,910.

Admission

Applications can be submitted through the university's online platform, or speak to one of our trained counsellors. For help and guidance.

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