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/>