
Aerospace Engineering Beng (Hon)
Course Overview - Aerospace Engineering Beng (Hon)
Develop skills in designing and analysing aerospace systems through a course taught in Coventry, a city known for its historic role in aircraft manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to use specialist facilities and benefit from industry-informed teaching.
Designed for those interested in the future of flight, this course combines theory and applied learning in aerospace engineering, helping you build the skills needed to prepare for roles in aviation, defence and emerging technologies.
• Study flight dynamics, propulsion, avionics and m...
<strong>Develop skills in designing and analysing aerospace systems through a course taught in Coventry, a city known for its historic role in aircraft manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to use specialist facilities and benefit from industry-informed teaching.</strong><br/><br/>Designed for those interested in the future of flight, this course combines theory and applied learning in aerospace engineering, helping you build the skills needed to prepare for roles in aviation, defence and emerging technologies.<br/><br/><br/>• Study flight dynamics, propulsion, avionics and materials.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn about technologies such as sustainable aviation and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from pathways to upgrade from BEng (Hons) to MEng (subject to meeting progression requirements), allowing you allowing you to study at the postgraduate level while paying undergraduate tuition fees throughout.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why you should study this course</strong><br/>- <strong>Hands-on learning with industry-standard facilities</strong>: gain practical experience using flight simulators, wind tunnels and real aircraft (including a Harrier Jump Jet), alongside advanced CFD and FEA software.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Strong industry connections and employability:</strong> work on real-world projects from Airbus, Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems through in-class case studies. You may have the opportunity to apply for optional placements with other industry connections.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Future-focused curriculum</strong>: study emerging technologies including sustainable aviation, hydrogen propulsion and UAVs, helping you understand developments shaping the future of aerospace engineering.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Global career opportunities:</strong> boost your prospects with opportunities to apply for optional industry placements, internships and an optional study abroad year.<br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll study</strong> <br/>Gain the specialist knowledge to design, build and test next-generation aircraft and systems. Study key topics including aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, avionics and sustainability, while developing core engineering skills in maths, electronics and design.<br/><br/>Apply theory using industry-standard tools like computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and gain practical experience through labs, flight testing and a group-based systems integration project. Explore the role of aerospace in addressing global challenges, with a focus on efficiency and innovation. This course aims to prepare you for a wide range of careers across the aerospace and aviation industries.<br/><br/>Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Codes/info
Course Code
H410
Institution Code
C85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
120
[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excludes general studies) [2] Must include 40 tariff points in Mathematics AND [3] 40 tariff points in one of the following areas: Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Biology, Further Maths, Electronics, Engineering [4] May also include AS level and EPQ
Scottish Higher
B,B,C,C,C
B,C,C,C,C
BB/CCC to BC/CCC to include Mathematics AND one from Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Computing Science, ICT or Engineering Science at Advanced Level.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits at Merit all to be in Mathematics or Physical Science units. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Overall pass in IB including at least 15 points from three HL subjects one of which must be Maths with a minimum of 5 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTec in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar, to include a Distinction in the 'Further Engineering Mathematics' unit 28, or 8, or Calculus To Solve Engineering Problems Unit 7, or DM in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering plus Grade B from one A level in either Mathematics or Physics. Does not include BTECs with maintenance or technology in the title.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English and Mathematics.
A level
B,B,B
To include Mathematics AND one from Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Biology, Further Maths, Electronics, Engineering or BTEC Certificate in Engineering: Excludes General Studies.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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