MSc Aerospace Engineering
Course overview
The MSc in Aerospace Engineering offers a comprehensive and systematic education for students to succeed as professional aerospace engineers. Students will study the theory and operation of different aeronautical vehicles, including propeller-driven planes, jet-powered aircraft, and helicopters while focusing on design, analysis, testing, and flight.
Students will study compulsory subjects like Advanced Propulsion, Flight Dynamics and Control, and Structural Integrity of Aerospace Metals, and finally a 60-credit Dissertation. Students will learn practically through access to one of the most advanced engineering flight simulators at the University and with the industry connections the university has with companies like Rolls-Royce and Airbus.
Entry requirements
Candidates need to submit a personal statement and relevant information regarding their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and their CV to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Candidates need a 2:2 or above honours degree in engineering or a similar discipline.
- Other International qualifications equivalent to a degree are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
- Candidates need an overall score of 6.5 in the IELTS Academic test, with no component less than 5.5.
- Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Career opportunities
After completing the MSc Engineering (Aerospace) programme from Swansea University, students can pursue a career as:
- Aircraft Design Engineer
- Aircraft Systems Engineer
- Flight Test Engineer
- Rocket Scientist
- Satellite Design Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSc Engineering (Aerospace) programme at Swansea University is £24,500, which is subject to change yearly.
Admission
Candidates should submit their applications online through the university’s application system. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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