MEng Aerospace Engineering

The MEng Aerospace Engineering at Heriot-Watt University is an integrated master's degree, structured as a five-year full-time undergraduate programme. The curriculum is designed to address the contemporary and future requirements of the aeronautical sector.

Throughout the course, students acquire essential skills in problem-solving, component analysis, and design. In the early years, a strong foundation in mechanical engineering is established; later stages allow for specialisation through a Group Design Project and various optional modules such as Spacecraft Engineering, Industrial and Sustainable Aerodynamics, and Aerospace Simulation. The final year involves a significant aerospace design project using advanced equipment like wind tunnels and industry-standard software.

Heriot-Watt University is a leading academic institution with an impact of over 200 years. It started from its humble beginnings as the School of Arts of Edinburgh in 1821, it became a famous university in 1966, it has evolved into a global powerhouse now having five campuses across Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai, and Malaysia, it welcomes over 7,000 students from 154 countries and developing a unique learning environment.

The university is recognised for its excellence in research, with 86.8% of its research classified as world-leading or internationally excellent by the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). 

It offers many undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as science, technology, engineering, business, and design, including the BSc Computer Systems (Games Programming) course. The university is also home to The Watt Club, which is the oldest graduate club in the UK, established in 1854.

Applicants must submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and optionally, a CV to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants need Highers ABBB (including Mathematics at grade B) or A-Levels BBC-ABB, an International Baccalaureate or a BTEC Extended Diploma. 
• Similar international qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency: 

• Applicants need to score 6.0 overall in IELTS, with no individual component score falling below 5.5.
• TOEFL and PTE are also accepted.

The tuition fee for the MEng Aerospace Engineering at Heriot-Watt University for International Students is £25,008 per year.

Heriot-Watt University offers various scholarships to international students, including merit-based and region-specific awards. These scholarships provide partial to full tuition fee reductions, based on academic merit and sometimes financial need. Some specific scholarships include the International Merit Scholarship with a partial tuition fee reduction.

Graduates of the MEng Aerospace Engineering from Heriot-Watt University can pursue careers in:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Aircraft Design
• Spacecraft Design 
• Flight Test Engineering
• Structural Engineering

Candidates can apply for this course directly through the university’s application portal. If you need further assistance, please reach out to our trained advisors.