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Kingston University LondonStudents who are enthusiastic about aeroplanes, spacecraft, and space systems are the target audience for Kingston University London's BEng Aerospace Engineering, Astronautics and Space Technology program. To prepare for a career in aerospace and space technology, you will study a combination of technical, design, and analytical modules.
Curriculum structure:
Year 1: You will be introduced to aerospace engineering and astronautics in foundation modules such as Introduction to Aerospace Engineering/Astronautics, Engineering Design and Manufacture, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, Engineering Mechanics and Materials, and Engineering Mathematics I. You will also be taking Navigate for the Professional Engineer during the year, introducing you to professional practice early.
Year 2: Specialised topics are introduced, including Aerodynamics and Propulsion, Computer Aided Aerospace Engineering Design, Aerospace Electronics and Control Systems, and Aerospace Structures, Materials and Vibrations. You’ll also study Aircraft Performance and Design and Space Technology Design, applying knowledge in a design-oriented module on Project Management.
Year 3: You will further develop your knowledge with Further Aerodynamics, Further Aerospace Structures, and Flight Dynamics and Propulsion. The year includes an extensive Individual Project, Applied Business Management, Aircraft Design Project, and specialist units such as Further Space Vehicle Engineering and Space Technology Design Project that emphasize technical, as well as business, skill.
Focus areas: Aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, dynamics, materials, spacecraft design, space mission analysis, electronics, control systems, project management.
Learning outcomes: Aerospace and astronautics fundamentals mastered, hands-on design and analysis, advanced problem-solving, teamwork, project management, and readiness for aerospace and space industry careers.
Professional alignment (accreditation): Accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), meeting Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
Reputation (employability rankings): Kingston's Mechanical Engineering BEng and MEng graduates are in highly-skilled employment or further study within six months.
You’ll develop practical skills in Kingston’s advanced aerospace facilities, including a rocket propulsion test lab, flight simulator, wind tunnels, and mission control room. The curriculum integrates industry-standard software, group projects, and real-world assignments. Students benefit from live rocket testing, prototype manufacturing, and a flight test course onboard a flying laboratory aircraft. Here’s how you’ll gain hands-on experience:
Live rocket testing, rocket propulsion test laboratory
CNC-equipped manufacturing workshop
3D rapid prototype printers to test models
Mission control with high-performance computing
Flight simulator for on-the-fly testing of designs
Large wind tunnels and laser Doppler anemometry
Space-related coursework and group design projects
Satellite ground station access and advanced metrology equipment access
An optional fourth-year industrial placement to gain hands-on experience
Participation in the Formula Student Competition
Graduates of the BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering Astronautics and Space Technology at Kingston University London have excellent employability prospects, with opportunities in aerospace, space, and satellite engineering, spacecraft design, rocket propulsion, and research. The programme is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), advancing your path to Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration and is highly respected by major UK and overseas employers.
You will enjoy:
Professional accreditation: Accredited degree to underpin your pathway to CEng registration, to the Engineering Council standard
Industry connections: Widespread industry connections with employers such as Boeing, BAE Systems, Qinetiq, Airbus, Rolls-Royce, Thales, Lockheed Martin, General Electric, and British Airways. Graduates have gained employment opportunities like production engineer, repair engineer, applications engineer, telemetry and loads analysis engineer, and bid manager
Practical experience: Hands-on experience in cutting-edge facilities, such as a rocket test facility, mission control room, satellite ground station, full-scale wind tunnels (90 mph), flight simulator, CNC factory fabrication facility, and 3D rapid prototyping
Project-based learning: Industry exposure and actual projects, like a hands-on flight test course on a flying lab aircraft, industry tours, group projects in design, and the Formula Student Competition
Career support: Personalised career direction and employability program, for example, Future Skills program, industrial placements, networking, and a robust alumni network in the UK aerospace industry
Graduate salaries: Median earnings of Kingston aerospace engineering graduates are £30,000 fifteen months after graduating, rising to £35,000 after five years. The average graduate's initial salaries are in the range £25,000–£26,000 with excellent progression as your career grows.
Further Academic Progression: Students may proceed to postgraduate research in areas such as MSc Aerospace Engineering, Space Systems Engineering, or Astronautics at Kingston or other top universities. The technical and industrial foundation of the course also opens up opportunities for entry into areas such as AI & Data Science, Management, and Technical Development. Several graduates proceed to master's or research, continuing to develop their professional and career prospects.
10th Grade transcript and 12th Grade predicted from school counselorEnglish test results: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 88UCAS Personal Statement upto 600 wordsOne teacher's letter of recommendationEducational Resume showcasing all extracurriculars, internships, projects, etc American High School / Secondary School Diploma GPA: 3.2 GPA and above - no additional test required. 2.8 to 3.1 GPA - one of the following tests in any subjects would be required: SAT - New SAT Reasoning Test 1050/1600 or Old SAT Reasoning Test 1650/2400 ACT 23-35 AP Tests - Grade 3 and above Honours class credits - Grade B College credits - Grade B. 2.7 GPA and below - Foundation entry A-levels: AAB-BBC including Mathematics and a science subject.GCSE: Minimum grade C/4 in English and MathInternational Baccalaureate: 32 points with relevant subjectsTariff points (UCAS): 112-128 pointsPortfolio, project links, or YouTube channel to enhance your application (optional)Application via UCASAerospace EngineerSatellite Systems EngineerPropulsion EngineerSpace Mission AnalystFlight Systems EngineerAvionics EngineerRocket Test EngineerAircraft Performance AnalystSpacecraft DesignerSystems Integration Engineer
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