Program Overview

Aerospace Engineering MEng

The Aerospace Engineering MEng program at the University of Birmingham is designed to equip students with advanced expertise in the field, enabling them to launch their careers as aerospace engineers. The program covers fundamental mathematics and mechanics, aerodynamics, systems engineering, and performance analysis, providing in-depth knowledge and practical experience.

Course Overview

The MEng Aerospace Engineering program is a four-year full-time course that includes taught and optional modules. Students are assessed using a combination of exams, written assignments, oral presentations, computer-based tests, laboratory reports, and projects.

Accredited Degree

The program is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) on behalf of the Engineering Council, fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Why Study Aerospace Engineering at Birmingham?

The course allows students to take modules in different engineering disciplines, including mechanical, materials, and electrical engineering. Unlike other aerospace engineering degrees, students can study spacecraft engineering alongside terrestrial aviation as early as year 2.

Course Structure

The program comprises four years of full-time study, with a combination of compulsory and optional modules. Students take modules totaling 120 credits each year, with years 1 and 2 being exclusively compulsory modules, and years 3 and 4 being a combination of compulsory and optional modules.

Module Information

The modules listed for this program are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Modules are either worth 10 or 20 credits, and students take modules totaling 120 credits each year.

Year 1

• Electrical and Magnetic Engineering (20 credits)
• Materials, Manufacturing and Sustainability (20 credits)
• Mathematics and Computing for Engineers (20 credits)
• Mechanics and Structures (20 credits)
• Practical and Design Skills for Aerospace (20 credits)
• Thermodynamics, Kinetics and Fluids (20 credits)

Teaching Staff

The program is taught by expert academics, including Dr. Mark Ward, the Admissions Tutor.

Entry Requirements

To secure a place at Birmingham, students need to meet the general entry requirements as well as those specific to the course. The typical offer is AAA to include A-level Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry or Further Maths or Computer Science.

Fees and Scholarships

The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. The fee for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27 is £9,535 per year.

Application Process

Applications are made online through UCAS, and the UCAS code for this course is H402. The application deadline for September 2026 entry is January 14, 2026.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are equipped with a broad skillset and research experience to begin careers in both terrestrial and space-based aerospace engineering. They can also apply their skills to pursue careers and research opportunities in non-aerospace areas.

Related Courses

• Aerospace Engineering BEng

Student Experience

The University of Birmingham offers a range of accommodation options, a vibrant campus life, and excellent facilities. Students can also take advantage of the University's flexible programs, which allow them to combine subjects and shape their degree around their interests.