Aerospace Engineering MSc

The MSc in Aerospace Engineering provides a rigorous and systematic understanding of the field, equipping you with the critical awareness and insight required to become a credible aerospace engineer.<br/><br/>You will be prepared in the theory and operation of aeronautical vehicles, from propeller-driven and jet-powered planes, to helicopters and gliders. This covers design, analysis, testing and flight.<br/><br/>Practical experience will be partly gained through your access to one of the world’s most advanced engineering flight simulators housed within Engineering.<br/><br/>Why Aerospace Engineering at Swansea?<br/>Aerospace Engineering at Swansea University is a globally distinguished department and its work attracts interest and engagement from far and wide.<br/><br/>97th in the World for Engineering – Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing (QS World University Rankings 2024)<br/>100% world-leading and internationally excellent environment - Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021<br/><br/>Your Aerospace Engineering Experience<br/>World-class aerospace research informs high quality teaching in a state-of-the-art learning environment at Swansea University.<br/><br/>Maintaining some of the University’s strongest industry connections has helped us to establish a leading status in engineering development. We work with such blue chip companies such as Tata, Rolls-Royce, Airbus, BAE Systems and HP.<br/><br/>You can expect to benefit from close working relationships with industry experts.<br/><br/>Your studies will be nourished by an international community of over 500 postgraduate students and 120 research staff within Engineering.<br/><br/>Further study support comes in the form of 24 hour access to our on-site library, advanced laboratories, a year-round programme of guest lectures, and dedicated postgraduate work rooms.<br/><br/>Aerospace Engineering Employment Opportunities<br/>Graduates of the MSc Aerospace Engineering degree at Swansea are well positioned for rewarding employment opportunities. Your future could lie in any of the following roles:<br/><br/>Aircraft Design Engineer<br/>Satellite Design Engineer<br/>Aircraft Systems Engineer<br/>Rocket Scientist<br/>Aircraft MRO Engineer<br/>Defence Engineer<br/>Airline Pilot<br/>High Speed Railway Engineer<br/>Flight Test Engineer