
Sustainable Aviation, MSc
Swansea UniversityBay Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Delve into the realms of aerospace engineering with a laser focus on sustainable aviation design and manufacturing with MSc Sustainable Aviation at Swansea University. Throughout our programme, you will master the intricacies of advanced propulsion and unravel the secrets of next-generation, net-zero aircraft technologies. You will study aerodynamics, airframe structures, flight dynamics and control, and dive into the fascinating world of composite materials.
You will gain a rigorous, forward-looking education that will equip you with the advanced knowledge, critical awareness and practical insight needed to address one of the most urgent global challenges of our time, the transition to net-zero and environmentally responsible flight. MSc Sustainable Aviation at Swansea blends theory with hands-on learning. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the theory, design and operation of aeronautical vehicles, with a dedicated focus on sustainable propulsion, low-carbon manufacturing, and next-generation aircraft technologies.
You will experience hands-on learning as you tackle real-world challenges through individual and group research projects and connect with industry giants. Our programme does not start and end with sustainable aviation. You will embrace the concepts of circular-economy and sustainable engineering, ensuring you are equipped to tackle the challenges of tomorrow from every angle and revolutionise aircraft construction.
The sky is not the limit; it is just the beginning with MSc Sustainable Aviation at Swansea University.
Key highlights
- Focus on advanced propulsion and next-generation net-zero aircraft technologies
- Modules in aerodynamics, airframe structures, flight dynamics and control
- Specialist study of composite materials and low-carbon manufacturing
- Individual and group research projects tackling real-world challenges
- Opportunities to connect with major aerospace industry companies
- Covers circular-economy principles and sustainable engineering practice
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — to include Engineering; or above
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.
Careers this course leads to
- Aerospace Engineer
- Propulsion Engineer
- Aerodynamicist
- Structural Engineer (Aerospace)
- Composite Materials Engineer
- Sustainability Engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £12,100 per year | International: £23,350 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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