Astronautics and Space Engineering Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Astronautics and Space Engineering Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Why choose this course
Become an astronautics and space engineering specialist at Surrey.
Having pioneered the UK small satellite industry 40 years ago, the [Surrey Space Centre](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/surrey-space-centre) designs and builds innovative commercial satellites to launch into orbit. This means our BEng and MEng Astronautics and Space Engineering courses give you a unique opportunity to learn from inspiring academics at the forefront of space engineering.
* Take the opportunity to get industry-ready with our ...
Why choose this course
Become an astronautics and space engineering specialist at Surrey.
Having pioneered the UK small satellite industry 40 years ago, the [Surrey Space Centre](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/surrey-space-centre) designs and builds innovative commercial satellites to launch into orbit. This means our BEng and MEng Astronautics and Space Engineering courses give you a unique opportunity to learn from inspiring academics at the forefront of space engineering.
* Take the opportunity to get industry-ready with our award-winning [Professional Training placements](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/professional-training-placements).
* Hone your practical, teamwork and leadership skills by joining one of our successful and dynamic student competition design groups. These include the [UAS Challenge](https://www.imeche.org/news/news-article/university-of-surrey-crowned-the-winners-of-the-2022-uas-challenge) team (champions in 2021 and 2022), and our [Team Peryton](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/news/surreys-peryton-space-team-flying-high) rocketry and satellite design teams (both category winners in 2023).
* With our strong heritage in space study, we're widely recognised as one of the best astronautical engineer universities in the UK.
Our astronautics and space engineering degree will prepare you for a career in space, research and development or you could transfer into other engineering sectors.
We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.
What you will study\
On our astronautics and space engineering course, you’ll apply your knowledge through projects on which you'll work closely with academics from [Surrey Space Centre](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/surrey-space-centre). This means you'll gain practical, hands-on experience of the technologies which are so crucial for successful space missions.
You can apply to study for either a BEng or MEng astronautics and space engineering degree. The MEng builds on the BEng with a masters year and is a direct route to a masters qualification, known as an [integrated masters](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/undergraduate-study/integrated-masters). Depending on your progress, you may have the option to switch to a BEng or MEng during your studies.
Course Information
2 option s available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Stag Hill
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A68-I14
Institution Code
S85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
Overall: AAA-AAB We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers. Required Subjects: Mathematics and another STEM subject. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,A,B
A,A,A,B,B
Overall: AAAAB-AAABB Required Subjects: Mathematics and another STEM subject. GCSE or Equivalent: English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Access to HE Diploma
Overall: QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 Credits overall including 45 level 3 credits at Distinction - 39 level 3 credits at Distinction and 6 level 3 credits at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B. Required Subjects: Modules must be in relevant subjects.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language at Grade C(4).
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A,A
A,A,B
Overall: AAA-AAB Required Subjects: Mathematics and another STEM subject. GCSE or Equivalent: English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Extended Project
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects. This grade reduction will not combine with other grade reduction policies, such as contextual admissions policy or In2Surrey.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35.0
34.0
Overall: 35-34 Required Subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL5/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL5 and HL5/SL6 in another STEM subject. GCSE or Equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Overall: Pass overall with AAA-AAB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels. Required subjects: A-levels in Mathematics and another STEM subject. A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass. GCSE or equivalent: English at grade 4 (C).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD
DDD
Overall: D*DD-DDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma and A Level Mathematics grade B. Required Subjects: BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering. A-level Mathematics grade B.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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