University of South Wales

BSc Aircraft Maintenance Engineering including Foundation Year

University of South Wales

Course overview

The BSc Aircraft Maintenance Engineering with a Foundation Year at the University of South Wales is a four-year degree in the United Kingdom, dual-accredited by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). 

The foundation year ensures students have a strong grounding in areas like mathematics, physics, basic engineering, essential aircraft maintenance practices, aerospace mechanics, advanced turbine propulsion systems, and aviation legislation. 

Learning involves practical work carried out in the university's dedicated hangars, using aircraft such as a BAE Jetstream and an A320 fuselage. Assessment involves written assignments, practical demonstrations of skills, class tests, and formal written examinations, with Part-66 assessments integrated into the module marks.

Entry requirements

Candidates are to present a statement explaining their reason for taking the course and other details about their past education. A letter of support from an academic referee or employer is also needed. Candidates can also choose to include their CVs in the application to show any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Candidates need between 48 UCAS points, including A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP, an Access to HE Diploma, T Levels, or International Baccalaureate. 

  • Equivalent international A-level qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency: 

  • Candidates from countries where English is not their first language need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and at least 6.0 in each part of the test. 

  • Other similar test results, like PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chancellors International Development Scholarships

    International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    All Chevening Awards cover tuition fees and living costs for a one year postgraduate course.

  • Course Kit Bursaries

    We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.

  • International Office Scholarship

    Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.

  • Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • USW International Students Progressing to Masters

    Progression Fee Discount of £3,500.

    Up to £3,500

  • USW Scholarship £1000

    The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £1,000

  • USW Scholarship £250

    The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £250

  • USW Summer School

    Please contact the provider.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Aircraft Maintenance Engineering with a Foundation Year from the University of South Wales

  • Aerospace Manufacturing Engineers

  • Aviation Consultants

  • Quality Assurance Managers

  • Powerplant Engineers

  • Maintenance Planner/Controllers

Cost of study

The annual tuition for international students taking the BSc Aircraft Maintenance Engineering with a Foundation Year at the University of South Wales is £17,200.

Admission

Candidates can apply directly through UCAS or the University's online platform. You can also reach out to our trained counsellors for help.

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