Sheffield Hallam University

BEng Honours Aerospace Engineering with Foundation Year

Sheffield Hallam University

Course overview

This BEng (Honours) Aerospace Engineering with foundation year course is a full-time undergraduate programme for students who may not meet the entry requirements to the main degree. The course provides a basic education in the principles and practices of aerospace engineering and will prepare students for careers in the aerospace, aeronautical, and defence sectors.

 

Students will learn through lectures and practical projects, laboratory work, seminars, tutorials, question and answer sessions and computer simulations for practical experience.


Students participate in live projects and national engineering competitions which allow them to apply what they have learned to real-world challenges. Students are assessed through exams, coursework, case studies, phase tests, viva presentations and portfolios, offering equal opportunities to demonstrate their learning and potential.

Entry requirements

Candidates are to submit a statement where they discuss their reasons for applying for the course, an academic and/or employer reference and  CVs along with their applications.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need 40 UCAS Tariff points.
  • Relevant work experience will be considered, if the candidate does not meet the academic criteria.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants need to score at least 6.0 overall in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
  • Other English language test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL IBT, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Payment of tuition fees.

  • Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship

    Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000

  • Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund

    Successful applicants will be awarded between £50 and £250.

    Up to £50

  • Online Masters Scholarship

    A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Performance Athlete Support Programme

    Successful applicants will receive support from our multi-disciplinary team of sport practitioners, free Team Hallam Ultimate Membership, and access to our facilities. Some students may also receive a bursary and support.

  • Postgraduate Research Scholarship

    A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Postgraduate Study Discounts

    £2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.

    Up to £2,000

  • Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    £1,000 Postgraduate Taught

    Up to £1,000

  • Transform Together Scholarships

    A half fee waiver (50% discount) is available for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses for the first year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Vice-Chancellor's Award

    South Asia - £2,000; Nigeria - £3,000; South East Asia - £3,000; Ghana- £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng (Honours) Aerospace Engineering with Foundation Year programme from Sheffield Hallam University can become:

  • Aerospace Design Engineer
  • Stress Analyst
  • Aerodynamicist
  • Manufacturing Systems Engineer
  • Materials Engineer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BEng (Honours) Aerospace Engineering with Foundation Year course at Sheffield Hallam University for the 2025/26 academic year is £17,155.

Admission

Admission to the BEng (Honours) Aerospace Engineering with Foundation Year programme is made through UCAS. If you need further assistance, we at AHZ can assist you with your application process.

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