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The BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at St George’s, University of London (delivered in partnership with City, University of London) is a three-year, on-campus degree focused on the design, analysis, and testing of aerospace vehicles and systems. You’ll gain advanced technical and professional skills, preparing for a career in air transport, defence, and space—the UK’s fastest-growing engineering sectors.
Curriculum structure:
Year 1: You’ll build a strong foundation in engineering with modules in Mathematics, Engineering Design I, Mechanics of Materials and Manufacturing, Electronics, Introduction to Programming, Engineering Science, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, and The Engineer in Society—Social Responsibility. This year focuses on fundamental science, mathematics, and professional skills through group projects and lab work.
Year 2: You’ll advance to specialist aerospace topics, including Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Structures and Materials, Mechatronics and Systems, Engineering Design II (Aerospace), Mathematics II, Data Analysis for Engineers, and The Engineer in Society—Sustainability and Circular Economy. This year emphasizes design, computational analysis, and engineering management, with the option to undertake a paid industrial placement.
Year 3: You’ll specialise in advanced modules such as Aerospace Propulsion, Gas Dynamics, Flight Mechanics and Control, Composite Analysis and Manufacturing, Structural Analysis and Finite Element, and The Engineer in Society—Zero Emissions. The year culminates in a major Individual Project, integrating research, design, and analysis in a real-world aerospace context.
Focus areas: Aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, flight mechanics, composite analysis, computational methods, sustainability, aerospace design, engineering management.
Learning outcomes: Achievement of aerospace engineering principles, higher design and analysis, experiential problem-solving, working in groups, project management, and readiness for professional careers in aerospace.
Professional congruence (accreditation): Targeted to become fully accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) with a view towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
Reputation (employability tables): Students obtain employment with elite organisations like BAE Systems, Airbus, Rolls-Royce, Raytheon, Bombardier, and Dassault. The high-profile industry connections, coupled with the inter-disciplinary nature of the courses, translate into high degrees of employability in air transport, defence, and space.
St George’s University of London, through its partnership with City, University of London, offers some of the UK’s most advanced and historic aerospace research facilities. The Aeronautics and Aerospace Research Centre is internationally recognised for both its legacy and its cutting-edge resources, supporting world-class research and education in sustainable aviation and space exploration.
Key Facilities:
Four wind tunnels: Including low turbulence and high-speed tunnels, part of the UK National Wind Tunnel Facility, enabling advanced aerodynamic testing and research on both traditional and innovative aircraft and UAV designs.
One water tunnel: Used for fluid dynamics research and flow visualisation.
Two flight simulators: One is a full Airbus A320 flight deck simulator; the other is a dynamic small aircraft simulator. These simulators support both research and student training in flight operations, systems, and human factors.
Handley Lab: Houses advanced optical flow measurement technologies (wall shear-stress sensors, 3-D Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), BOS Schlieren), purpose-built test rigs, and high-performance computational resources (including a dedicated supercomputer) for Direct Numerical Simulation (DNS) and Large Eddy Simulation (LES) of aerodynamic and aeroacoustic phenomena.
Simulation lab: Supports research and teaching in big data, AI, optimisation, gaming theory, and virtual/augmented reality for aviation and space applications.
Composite materials and adaptive structures labs: Enable the development and testing of nature-inspired flow optimisation strategies, composite material design, health-monitoring, and self-healing technologies for next-generation aerospace structures.
Graduates of the BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at St George’s, University of London (delivered with City, University of London) are highly employable, moving into roles such as aerospace engineer, aircraft designer, flight test engineer, propulsion engineer, and manufacturing engineer. Alumni have secured positions with leading employers, including BAE Systems, Airbus, Rolls-Royce, Raytheon, Bombardier, and Dassault, reflecting the course’s strong industry reputation.
You’ll benefit from:
Accredited degree: The program is expected to receive full accreditation from the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), supporting your pathway to Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration
Strong industry partnerships: Direct links with BAE Systems, Airbus, Rolls-Royce, Raytheon, Bombardier, and Dassault provide access to guest lectures, industry projects, and placement opportunities. Recent placement students have worked at BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, and Airbus
Hands-on experience: Study in world-class facilities, including low turbulence and high-speed wind tunnels (part of the UK National Wind Tunnel Facility), state-of-the-art experimental equipment, and advanced computational fluid solvers developed and supported by global experts
Real-world projects and placements: The curriculum features challenging design projects and the option for a year-long industrial placement, enhancing your employability and practical skills
Dedicated career support: Benefit from networking events, employability workshops, and tailored guidance to help you secure graduate roles in the aerospace sector
Graduate outcomes: The average salary for engineering graduates from City St George’s is £30,500 three years after graduation, with salaries rising as you gain experience. 80% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after finishing the course.
Further Academic Progression: You can progress to postgraduate study such as MSc Aerospace Engineering, Space Systems Engineering, or Advanced Aerospace Engineering with Sustainable Technologies, which includes specialisations in green aerospace, UAVs, and advanced manufacturing. The program’s strong technical and industry foundation also opens doors to careers in research, management, and advanced technical development in the aerospace sector.
10th Grade transcript and 12th Grade predicted from school counselorEnglish test results: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 80UCAS Personal Statement upto 600 wordsOne teacher's letter of recommendationEducational Resume showcasing all extracurriculars, internships, projects, etc Participation in STEM fairs, Olympiads, or national-level engineering contests is encouragedPrior hands-on experience in model aircraft or robotics competitions is beneficialUS students requirement: Advanced Placements 444A-level: BBB (including Mathematics)International Baccalaureate: 30 points with 'Higher Level Mathematics at grade 5' OR 'Standard Level Mathematics at grade 7 AND Higher Level Physics/Biology/Chemistry at grade 5' and minimum of grade 5 in Standard Level English.GCSE: A minimum of grade 4 (C) in English Language and Mathematics in addition to other outlined requirements.Tariff points (UCAS): 120 pointsPortfolio, project links, or YouTube channel to enhance your application (optional)Application via UCASAerospace EngineerDesign EngineerMechanical EngineerCertification and Airworthiness EngineerProject ManagerResearch EngineerSystems EngineerFlight Test EngineerPropulsion EngineerMaintenance Engineer
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