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Wrexham Glyndwr UniversityThe Wrexham Glyndwr University BEng (Hons) Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year is a four-year, on-campus program of study that prepares students for university-level education and a career in the aerospace and mechanical engineering fields. The foundation year builds foundational skills in mechanical and design engineering, and subsequent years offer technical and practical skills in both disciplines in depth.
Curriculum structure:
Foundation Year: You'll have a grounding in all aspects of engineering and design, including Analytical Methods for Engineering, The Skills You Need, Design and Technology, Mechanical Science, Electrical and Electronic Science, and Contextual Studies. The year establishes you for the technical challenge of degree-level study.
Year 1 (Level 4): You’ll study Introduction to Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Science, CAD and Production Science, Materials and Environment, Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Professional Development, and Modern Aircraft Technology. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in labs and workshops, building core engineering competencies.
Year 2 (Level 5): You will enhance your understanding with modules such as Engineering Futures – Research, Ethics and Sustainability, Thermo-Fluid and Propulsion, Further Engineering Mathematics, Computer Aided Manufacturing, Mechanics, Structures & FEA, and Flight Mechanics, Avionics and Control. This year focuses on advanced design, analysis, and business skills.
Year 3 (Level 6): You'll develop critical understanding and application of higher-level topics such as Mechanical Engineering Modelling & Simulation, Aerodynamics, Aircraft Design & Flight Stability, and complete a personal Project (Honours). Optional modules are Advanced Structures and Vibrations or Professional Engineering, so you can tailor your learning.
Focus areas: Aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, flight mechanics, avionics, CAD, manufacturing, thermodynamics, materials, engineering mathematics.
Learning outcomes: Developing engineering fundamentals, advanced problem-solving, design and analysis in the laboratory, group work, project management, and readiness for aerospace and manufacturing sectors.
Reputation (employability rankings): Strong industry links with companies such as Airbus and Raytheon; lecturing staff with extensive industrial experience.
You’ll gain practical skills in state-of-the-art facilities, including subsonic and supersonic wind tunnels, the Merlin Flight Simulator, and the Advanced Composite Training and Development Centre at Broughton. The curriculum integrates CAD and simulation software (ANSYS, Abaqus, MATLAB, Simulink), rapid prototyping, and a 3D laser scanner. You’ll design and test aircraft, work on real-world projects, and develop manufacturing skills in modern workshops. Experiential highlights include:
Merlin Flight Simulator for design and testing
Subsonic and supersonic wind tunnel facilities
Advanced Composite Training and Development Centre
Rapid prototyping and specialist manufacturing systems simulation
3D laser scanner for advanced measurement
Access to industry-standard software: ANSYS, Abaqus, MATLAB, Simulink
Industry-experienced teaching team
Opportunities for industrial placement or foundation year support
Wrexham Glyndwr University BEng (Hons) Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year graduates are highly employable, going on to become aerospace engineers, aircraft designers, mechanical engineers, flight test engineers, manufacturing engineers, and researchers. The course has excellent industry links with Airbus, Raytheon, and JCB, giving you access to the latest facilities and direct industry contact.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Industry collaboration: Close industry relationships with Airbus, Raytheon, JCB, and the Advanced Composite Training and Development Centre in Broughton, with direct access to real engineering scenarios
Practical experience: Practical experience of the latest Merlin Flight Simulator (design and fly your own aircraft), subsonic and supersonic wind tunnels, rapid prototyping facilities, and advanced CAD and simulation tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, MATLAB, and Simulink
Hands-on activities: Real-life activities like practice on jet engine aircraft in the university hangar, advanced manufacturing simulation, and experience with Boeing 747 simulation packages
Career support: Specialised careers guidance through Wrexham's Careers and Employability service with individual advice, network events, and placement experience to help you plan your next step and to meet with employers
Professional recognition: Eligibility for student membership with IMechE, RAeS, and IET, and gaining Catia Certification (official centre; £50 charge) as a means to improve your CV
Student satisfaction: Leading 10 in the UK on assessment, feedback, learning materials, and student voice (NSS 2024), and shared 3rd on overall satisfaction in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland
Graduate outcomes: The mean initial salary for Wrexham Glyndwr engineering graduates is approximately £20,000, with mechanical and aerospace engineering graduates having median earnings of £36,000 within one year, £42,000 within three years, and £39,000 within five years. 86.9% of graduates are employed or continuing their studies within a few months of graduation, with full-time employment rates above the UK average.
Academic Progression: You may transfer to an integrated master's (MEng) in Year 2, or pursue postgraduate courses such as MSc Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or others. The program's technical and industry foundation also opens doors to fields such as AI & Data Science, Management, and Technical Development.
10th & 12th-grade transcripts / predicted gradesEnglish test results: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 80UCAS personal statement (up to 600 words)One teacher’s recommendation letterA-levels: DDD-EEE (equivalent to 48-72 UCAS points)International Baccalaureate is acceptedUniversity's general requirement for the foundation year is UCAS tariff points of 48-72 but all applications are considered individually and admissions consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications, as well as motivation and potential to succeed.Application via UCASAerospace EngineerDesign EngineerMechanical EngineerCertification and Airworthiness EngineerProject ManagerResearch EngineerSystems EngineerFlight Test EngineerPropulsion EngineerMaintenance Engineer
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