Program Overview

Aerospace Engineering, M.S.

Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing

Expand critical thinking and math skills into advanced research and design work. Enhance your career opportunities and earning potential in the state's only aerospace engineering graduate program.

The research-oriented graduate degree requires a thesis and 24 hours of graduate coursework. Study in five core areas: aeroelasticity, aerodynamics and flight mechanics, aerospace structures, composite materials and finite element analysis. Choose electives to suit your goals. Submit research as a conference paper or for journal publication.

Program Highlights

• An Expert Faculty

Learn from engaged and supportive professors who serve as mentors and foster a hands-on learning environment.

• Statewide Support

Be part of an aerospace engineering program that has received strong state-level and industrial support and investment.

• Professional Development

Forge strong connections with leading industries across South Carolina to advance career opportunities.

• Take to the Skies

Join our extracurricular rocketry or flying clubs to obtain licenses and hone your skills outside the classroom.

What You’ll Study

Study advanced principles of engineering, science and mathematics, and concentrate in the mechanics, materials or flight aspects of aerospace engineering, with the goal of career advancement in research, design and application. A thesis is required. Applicants are expected to have earned an undergraduate degree in engineering or a related field.

Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

• Computer Modeling

Using simulations to analyze, predict and optimize performance, behavior or outcomes.

• System Design

Creating or improving complex systems to meet specific requirements

• Project Management

Organizing and overseeing tasks to achieve specific goals

• Teamwork

Working collaboratively with others to achieve a shared goal or objective

• Communication

Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression

• Technical Writing

Creating clear and concise documents, such as manuals or instructions, for technical or scientific topics

Using your degree

Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.

Potential Careers

• Mechanical Engineer
• Aerodynamic Engineer
• Aeronautical Engineer
• Aircraft Designer
• Flight Systems Test Engineer
• Flight Test Engineer

Workplace Settings

• Aerospace
• Research
• Development
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Energy

Advanced Degrees

Advance your career or options with post-graduate education.

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• Master's
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• Master's
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