BEng Astronautics and Space Engineering with foundation year

This four-year programme includes an Engineering and Physical Sciences Foundation Year, designed to help students who do not meet the direct entry grades. This extra year strengthens core academic skills before starting the main BEng degree. The course teaches the essential science and technologies used for space exploration and satellite creation.

The Foundation Year includes compulsory modules in Mathematics and the Principles of Engineering and Physical Science. During the main degree, students apply their knowledge through projects, often working with specialists from the Surrey Space Centre. The BEng degree is formally approved by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

The University of Surrey has an excellent reputation, especially for helping its students find jobs after completing their studies and for teaching based on current research. The school provides a large number of programmes for students at both the pre-degree (undergraduate) and advanced (postgraduate) levels. These subjects cover a broad range, including Engineering, Business, Law, Medicine, and the Arts, which helps to create a productive and positive academic environment.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying to the course and other relevant information about their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need A-level grades of CCC. This must include Mathematics and one other science subject (Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Further Maths, or Physics).
• Applicants also need to have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or higher in English Language.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not the applicant's first language, they will need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test. You must also get at least 5.5 in every part of the test (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), or provide an approved test score that is equivalent.

The tuition fee for each academic year of the BEng Astronautics and Space Engineering with Foundation Year in the University of Surrey for international students is £27,000 per academic year.

The University of Surrey has several excellent scholarships for international students who begin a degree like BEng Astronautics and Space Engineering. One main scholarship is the International Excellence Award, which cuts tuition costs by £5,000 for self-funded students who show outstanding results in their studies.

Another large scholarship is the Sam and John Dawson Scholarship, a generous prize that gives students £60,000 across the duration of their science, technology, engineering, or maths (STEM) degree. Finally, students can try for the highly respected Vice Chancellor's Future Leaders Award, which is a competitive award for those with great grades and the ability to become leaders.

Graduates are well-prepared to enter the global space industry, including satellite companies, space agencies, and high-tech research roles. The five major career paths include:

• Space Systems Engineer
• Satellite Designer
• Spacecraft Operator
• Ground Station Engineer
• Electronics Engineer

Admission to the BEng Astronautics and Space Engineering with Foundation Year is processed through the UCAS application system. But we strongly suggest and encourage all applicants to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for help with the process.