Program Overview
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering
Overview
The Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering is a regulated degree, designed to train future aerospace engineers through a multidisciplinary curriculum. Our graduates will have multiple options to work in various sectors, including engineering, public functions, or the area of research and teaching.
Study Plan
The degree is comprised of 240 ECTS credits, divided into four years. The study plan includes subjects such as:
- Calculus I and II
- Physical Foundations for Engineering I and II
- Computer Science for Engineering
- Technical Drawing
- Chemistry for Engineering
- Algebra
- Aerospace Technology
- Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
- Mechanics
- Materials Science
- Navigation Systems I and II
- Fluid Mechanics I and II
- Statistics
- Resistance of Materials and Mechanical Elasticity
- History, Exercise and Professional Deontology
- Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Aerospace Production and Projects
- Fluid Mechanics II
- Mechanical and Graphic Design
- Aeronautical Structures
- Air Transport
- Flight Mechanics
- Space Vehicles and Missiles
- Maintenance and Certification of Aerospace Vehicles
- Aerodynamics
- Aeroelasticity and Vibrations
- Propulsion Systems
- Aircraft Design
- Satellite Design
- Professional Intership I and II
- Graduation Project
Internships
Internships are a key component of the training. Acquiring experience after what you have learnt in your degree is the best way to enter the employment market. There are two types of internships: curricular—which are included in your study plan—and extracurricular—which you can do on a voluntary basis.
Career Opportunities
The Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering has very high employability in leading companies in the sector. Career opportunities include:
- Satellite Design
- Aircraft Builders and their Supply Chain
- Engine Builders and their Supply Chain
- Equipment and Systems Builders
- Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
- Aircraft and Navigation Aids
- Airport Infrastructure
- Defence
- International Administration
- General State Administration
- Teaching
Admissions Requirements
The prerequisites to access this bachelor’s programme are those established in RD 1892/2008 of 14 November and current applicable legislation, namely:
- Students must have passed the University admissions exam, in accordance with applicable legislation.
- Students over the age of 25 and 45 must pass the alternative admissions exam.
- Graduates, undergraduates, technical engineers, engineers and architects.
- High school students in education systems from member states of the European Union and other countries with relevant international agreements with Spain may access this programme, provided that they have already qualified to enroll into universities in their own educational system.
- Students from countries that do not have relevant international agreements with Spain must have their studies officially recognised (through a process of ‘homologation’) and complete the university admission exam(s).
- Individuals over the age of 40 without a degree enabling them to access University, may also access this degree, provided they can demonstrate professional experience related to the programme to which they intend to apply.
Faculty
The faculty on this degree has 60% of doctors. Some of the professors include:
- Julio Gallegos Alvarado
- José Omar Martínez Lucci
- Almudena Vega Coso
- Ana Medina Palomo
- Daniel González Juárez
- José Manuel López López
- Ignacio Márquez López
- Rafael Escalera Rivas
- Miguel Ángel Cosano de Arcos
- Rafael Pax Dolz del Castellar
- Mariana Paula Arce García
- Raul Carlos LLamas Sandin
- Victor Manuel Padrón
- Artemia Loayza Arguelles
- David García Nieto
- Janaina Cejudo Sanche
- Andrea Galán Salazar
- Emma Celeste Lope Retuerto
- Guillermo Castilla Cebrián
- Héctor Eloy Sánchez Sardi
- Diego Rubén Rodríguez
Awards and Recognitions
- 5/5 QS Stars
- Excellence in teaching, economic development, online learning, global impact, employability, governance, social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Top 5 universities in Spain (Times Higher Education)
- 3rd private university in Madrid (CYD Ranking)
Program Outline
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering - Universidad Europea
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering at Universidad Europea is a regulated degree designed to train future aerospace engineers through a multidisciplinary curriculum. The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in various sectors, including engineering, public functions, research, and teaching. The four-year degree program consists of 240 ECTS credits and provides access to cutting-edge facilities such as the wind tunnel and the Industry 4.0 space, allowing students to simulate experiments and projects in a professional environment. Students also have the opportunity to complete internships and work placements, gaining valuable experience from industry leaders.
Outline:
The program is structured into four years, with each year containing a set of core and elective modules. The program is taught primarily in English, with the first year available in Spanish.
Year 1:
- Calculus I: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Computer Science for Engineering: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Technical Drawing: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Chemistry for Engineering: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Algebra: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Aerospace Technology: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Organization and Management of Aerospace Companies: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Calculus II: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Physical Fundamentals of Engineering II: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
Year 2:
- Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Mechanics: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Materials Science: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Modern Language: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Navigation Systems I: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Fluid Mechanics I: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Statistics: 6 ECTS, Basic, English
- Resistance of Materials and Mechanical Elasticity: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Navigation Systems II: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- History, Exercise and Professional Deontology: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
Year 3:
- Entrepreneurial Leadership: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Aerospace Production and Projects: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Fluid Mechanics II: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Mechanical and Graphic Design: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Aeronautical Structures: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Air Transport: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Flight Mechanics: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Space Vehicles and Missiles: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Maintenance and Certification of Aerospace Vehicles: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Aerodynamics: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
Year 4:
- Aerospace Production Systems: 6 ECTS, Elective, English
- Aeroelasticity and Vibrations: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Propulsion Systems: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Aircraft Design: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Satellite Design: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Professional Internship I: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Professional Internship II: 6 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Graduation Project: 12 ECTS, Compulsory, English
- Multidisciplinarity I: 6 ECTS, Elective, English
- Multidisciplinarity II: 6 ECTS, Elective, English
Teaching:
The program utilizes an Experiential Learning model, encouraging students to work on their own projects with leading companies. The faculty consists of experts in their respective fields, including doctors and professionals from leading multinational companies in the aerospace sector.
Careers:
Graduates of the Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering are highly employable in leading companies in the sector. Potential career paths include:
- Aeronautics and space: Flight segment and earth segment
- Satellite Design
- Aircraft Builders and their Supply Chain
- Engine Builders and their Supply Chain
- Equipment and Systems Builders
- Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
- Aircraft and Navigation Aids
- Airport Infrastructures
- Public service: Defence, International Administration, General State Administration
- Teaching: Technological centers
- Public Sector
- Private Sector
Other:
The program has a number of unique features, including:
- Wind Tunnel: Universidad Europea has its own Wind Tunnel, which students can use to carry out research with innovative companies.
- FABLab: A space dedicated to 3D printing, allowing students to test the efficiency of wind turbines.
- Robot Learning Lab: Provides students with access to advanced robotics technology.
- University accommodation in Madrid: Offers students the option of living on campus.
- CRAI Dulce Chacón Library: Provides students with access to a comprehensive library collection.
- Sport Centre: Offers students a variety of sports facilities. The program also has a strong focus on international mobility, with agreements with universities on different continents.
