MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies
Course overview
The MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at the University of Salford, recognised by the Royal Aeronautical Society, prepares students to handle the air transport sector as well as the design and management of aircraft.
The programme also covers the fundamental principles of aircraft engineering, how to recognise and mitigate risk, create safe operational environments, assess critical flight information, advanced avionic systems, business economics in route planning, and navigation techniques.
Learning involves lectures, tutorials, practical sessions in professional engineering laboratories, group projects, and guest lecturers. Assessment methods include written reports, formal examinations, and a final-year dissertation project. Students may also participate in an industry placement year and a structured pilot training programme.
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying to the course and providing other relevant information about their studies. An academic or employer reference is also needed for the application process. Students can also upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate any work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants need a minimum of 128 UCAS points, including two A-levels, a BTEC National Diploma at DDM, an Access to Higher Education qualification or an International Baccalaureate at 31 points.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants whose first language is not English are required to achieve an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
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Other equivalent acceptable test scores include TOEFL and PTE.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500Loyalty Discount
Tuition fees could be discounted by 20%
Up to 20% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies from the University of Salford can pursue roles as:
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Aircraft Design Engineers
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Aviation Safety and Risk Analysts
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Flight Systems Managers
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Aeronautical Consultants
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Flight Test and Data Analysts
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students taking the MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies in the University of Salford is approximately £18,120.
Admission
International students can apply for the MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies programme through UCAS. You can speak to our trained professionals for guidance.
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