MEng Aerospace Engineering

The MEng Aerospace Engineering at Brunel University London is a practical and advanced degree that prepares you for a career in the aerospace industry. At the beginning of the course, you will study important subjects such as structures, materials, fluid mechanics, and mathematics. Later, you will learn more complex topics like aircraft design, engines, and flight testing.

As you move through the course, you will study higher-level areas such as space mechanics, aerodynamics, aircraft systems, and important topics like flight safety and the environment. You will also build management and problem-solving skills to help you take on leadership roles in the future.

You will use real equipment such as wind tunnels, a flight simulator, aero-acoustic labs, and 3D printing tools. You will also use specialist software and computers for aircraft design.

By studying MEng Aerospace Engineering at Brunel University London, you will learn from guest speakers, visit companies, and work on design projects. The course is approved by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), which helps you work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng). You can finish the course in four years, or five years if you choose to do a one-year work placement in industry.

Brunel University London is a public university located in Uxbridge, West London. It started in 1966 and is named after a famous British engineer, Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The university helps students get ready for their future jobs by mixing lessons in class with real-world work experience.

In 2024, Brunel joined the University of London group. This means Brunel now works more closely with other universities in London. This gives students more chances to learn, meet new people, and improve their skills.

The campus in Uxbridge has modern and comfortable buildings. These include a big library, a sports centre, and places for students to live. The campus is made to help with both studying and daily life. It is a safe and friendly place to learn, especially for students from other countries.

Grade Requirements:

To be considered for this course, you must meet one of the following:

• GCE A-levels: AAA–AAB including grade A in Maths and grade B in a science or technical subject (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science). Critical Thinking, General Studies, Use of Maths, and Mathematical Studies are not accepted.
• BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in a relevant Engineering subject, with required Distinctions in core Maths modules, plus grade A in A-level Maths.
• International Baccalaureate: 31 points including Higher Level Maths at grade 6 and a science or technical subject at grade 5. Also requires English (SL 5 or HL 4) and Maths (SL 2 or HL 2) equivalents.

English Proficiency:

• To meet the English language requirements at Brunel University London, applicants must demonstrate proficiency through one of the following recognised tests.
• An IELTS score of 6.0 is required, with no individual component below 5.5. Alternatively, a Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 59 is accepted, with at least 59 in each sub-score. For those taking the BrunELT, a minimum overall score of 58% is needed, with no section below 55%.

The annual tuition fee to study an MEng in Aerospace Engineering at Brunel University London is £24,795 with a placement fee of £1,385. Please note that the fee quoted is only for the 2025/2026 academic session, as fees are subject to an annual increase.

Brunel University London offers several scholarships and financial support options for international students who want to study at the university. An example is the College of Engineering, Design & Physical Sciences (CEDPS) Academic Excellence Scholarship. This is a cash award of up to £2,000 available to full-time students commencing specified undergraduate courses in the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences.

No separate application is required for this scholarship. Applicants shall be considered automatically based on the information supplied in their course application.

An MEng in Aerospace Engineering from Brunel University of London opens doors of opportunities to exciting career paths such as the following:

• Aerospace Engineer 
• Maintenance Engineer
• Aircraft Design Engineer  
• Aeronautical Engineer 
• Flight Test Engineer 
• Structural Engineer

You have to apply for this course through UCAS. If you have any questions about this process, feel free to consult any of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.