Kingston University

BEng Aircraft Engineering Top-Up

Kingston University

Course overview

The BEng Aircraft Engineering top-up is a one-year full-time programme created for students who have a Level 5 qualification, such as a foundation degree or an EASA Cat B aircraft engineering license. This course provides engineering skills for senior roles in the aviation industry. It teaches aircraft design, maintenance, and engineering principles.

Students learn through theory and practical work, with facilities including a rocket propulsion laboratory and a Merlin flight simulator at the Roehampton Vale campus. 

Students will engage in individual and group projects on industry-related topics with subjects such as air transport economics, aerospace technology, and aircraft maintenance operations. Assessment combines coursework, practical elements, and examinations.

Entry requirements

Candidates must submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and optionally, a CV to give a picture of their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need a Level 5 qualification with 240 credits in a related subject, such as a Kingston University Foundation Degree. 
  • European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part 66 Category B Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Licence is accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no score below 5.5. 
  • PTE and TOEFL are accepted.
  • Pre-sessional English language courses are available for those who do not meet the direct requirement.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award

    The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.

  • Family Bursary

    The family bursary is a 10% tuition fee discount for international students with a direct family connection.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • International Merit-Based scholarships

    The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.

    Up to £5,000

  • International Success Support Scholarship

    The International Success Support Scholarship provides £2,500 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £2,500

  • Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship

    The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.

  • Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

  • The Kingston Impact Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Kingston MBA Scholarship

    Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng Aircraft Engineering (Top-Up) course from Kingston University are prepared to work as:

  • Aircraft Engineer
  • Design Engineer
  • Maintenance Manager
  • Aerospace Technician
  • Airworthiness Engineer

Cost of study

For international students, the fee for the 2025/26 academic year is £18,500.

Admission

Candidates can apply through UCAS. For assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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