BEng Aviation Engineering
Course overview
The BEng Aviation Engineering at Kingston University is a three-year programme designed to equip students with the essential skills to design, manufacture and maintain aircraft. Through real-world flight simulator training, the students handle real-life aviation challenges, which enhances their problem-solving and technical expertise. The course meets the academic requirements for Incorporated Engineering (IEng) Membership of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS).
In this course, students will learn through a combination of theory and practical skills. Learning involves studying areas such as aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, and materials, as well as the analysis of structures using FEA & CAD, along with the science and performance of aircraft. Teaching involves lectures, seminars, project work, workshops in computer labs, and small group tutorials, while the assessment is through coursework, practicals, exams and an individual engineering project.
Entry requirements
Interested applicants are required to submit a personal statement discussing their interest in aviation engineering and relevant academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic referee or employer is required, and a CV may be uploaded to show any relevant experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need three A-levels, including Mathematics and a Science subject. Or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, such as a BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related subject (such as Aeronautical or electrical).
- Alternatively, 112-128 UCAS tariff points with all level 3 mathematics and physics units at distinction are accepted.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no element below 5.5.
- Alternative tests such as PTE or TOEFL are accepted.
Scholarships
Family Bursary
The family bursary is a 10% tuition fee discount for international students with a direct family connection.
Up to 10% of feesInternational Success Support Scholarship
The International Success Support Scholarship provides £2,500 towards tuition fees.
Up to £2,500Sanctuary Scholarships
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course may pursue job roles such as:
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
- Aircraft Certification Engineer
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Logistics & Planning Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for this course is £18,500 for international students in the first year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Admission
Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's official website or through UCAS. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.
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