Aerospace Engineering Beng (Hon)

<strong>Looking to launch a career where science, sustainability and sky-high ambition take flight?</strong><br/><br/><strong>Course outline</strong><br/><br/>Studying BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at Aston University will prepare you to tackle some of the most complex, high-stakes engineering challenges of our time, from net-zero aviation and electric propulsion to drone technologies and spacecraft design.<br/><br/>You’ll build a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics and structures, before specialising in advanced aerospace systems. Our hands-on, project-based approach means you won’t just learn about engineering, you’ll actively practise it.<br/><br/>You’ll be taught by active researchers and industry-experienced academics, and benefit from cutting-edge facilities and Aston’s strong connections with aerospace employers.<br/><br/>Your integrated placement year is more than experience. It is your launchpad. You’ll gain valuable insight into the sector, develop in-demand technical and professional skills, and graduate with the confidence and capabilities to lead change in a fast-moving global industry. <br/><br/><strong>Key benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Excellent prospects – Ranked 1st in the UK for ‘graduate prospects - outcomes’ (General Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (Guardian, 2025)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Experiential learning - Design, build and race at Silverstone a single-seat racing car in IMechE’s national competition, Formula Student.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Where can this degree take me?</strong><br/><br/>The transferable skills that our aerospace engineering programmes provide mean that graduates may find opportunities in a wide range of roles, such as:<br/>• Aerospace engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Avionics engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Flight systems engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Aircraft design engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Propulsion engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Maintenance and safety engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• UAV (drone) systems designer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Aerodynamics specialist<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Systems integration engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Spacecraft engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Research and development engineer<br/><br/>

Aston University was ranked 22nd in the Guardian University Guide, 2023, and aims to be the UK's leading university for students aspiring to succeed in business. Located in Birmingham, Aston’s inspiring teaching, original research, and enterprise expertise deliver impact locally and around the globe.<br/><br/>Aston is a Top 25 University (Guardian, 2023) as well as being in the top 20 for Earnings, with graduates’ average salary being £34,800 five years after graduation (Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2022). We are ranked 16th in UK by this measure.<br/><br/><br/>Students are supported on their path to well-paying jobs by over 2,000 Undergraduate work placements (academic year 2021-22), helping them gain real world experience whilst they study.