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The MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at Queen Mary University of London is a four-year, on-campus integrated master’s program for ambitious students aiming for leadership roles in aerospace and related sectors. You’ll gain advanced expertise in aircraft and spacecraft design, propulsion, aerostructures, and systems, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and industry alignment.
Year 1: Gain a strong foundation in engineering design, experimental practice, and computational modelling. Modules include Materials Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics, and Exploring Aerospace Engineering. Early lab exposure and vocational training build a robust technical base.
Year 2: Deepen your understanding through modules such as Applied Solid Mechanics, Aerothermodynamics of Flows, Control System Analysis, and Introduction to Spacecraft Dynamics. You’ll also study Data Science in Engineering, Subsonic Aerodynamics, and Instrumentation and Measurements.
Year 3: Advance into topics like Simulation Tools in Engineering Analysis, Conceptual Design of Aircraft, and Flight Dynamics & Stability. The Integrated Design Project mirrors real-world engineering problems. Electives include Spacecraft Design, Aircraft Structures, and Propulsion Systems.
Year 4: Focus on a major Industry/Research Project alongside modules such as Computational Engineering, Engineering Design Optimisation, Advanced Flight Control, Aeroelasticity, and Machine Learning & AI for Engineering. Optional topics include Spacecraft Systems Engineering and Modern Robotics.
Focus areas: Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Aircraft and Spacecraft Design, Flight Dynamics, Aerospace Structures, Systems Engineering, Sustainability, Computational Engineering
Learning outcomes: Advanced problem-solving, mastery of engineering principles, research and project management, digital tool proficiency (MATLAB, Python, CAD), teamwork, and professional communication
Professional alignment (accreditation): Fully accredited by the IMechE and RAeS, meeting all academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
Reputation (employability rankings): Queen Mary is a UK leader in engineering education. Median graduate salary: £30,000 within 15 months; strong aerospace sector employability
You’ll gain practical skills in Queen Mary’s advanced aero lab, featuring a state-of-the-art flight simulator, mechanical testing facilities, and teaching laboratories. The Whitehead Aeronautical Laboratory contains both low- and high-speed wind tunnels, and you’ll have access to an acoustics research rig and a purpose-built, fully equipped teaching workshop. You'll have access to:
State-of-the-art flight simulator with a moving-base platform and virtual vision
Mechanical testing facilities for materials and structures
Teaching laboratories for hands-on experiments
Whitehead Aeronautical Laboratory with low- and high-speed wind tunnels for aerodynamic testing and research
Acoustics research rig for noise and vibration studies
Fully equipped teaching workshop for prototyping and manufacturing
Access to computational modelling facilities (ABAQUS for structures, FLUENT for aerodynamics) and high-performance computing clusters
Individual lab-based research project in the final year
Industry networking at the Industrial Liaison Forum
Guest lectures from leading aerospace companies
Graduates of the MEng Aerospace Engineering at Queen Mary are highly employable, with strong technical and leadership skills for aerospace and related sectors. Typical job roles include Aerospace Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer, and Project Manager.
You’ll benefit from:
Career support and networking: Industrial Liaison Forum for employer networking and career support
Industry and research links: Strong partnerships with leading aerospace companies and research centres
Professional accreditation: Accredited status by RAeS and IMechE, to enhance your route to Chartered Engineer registration
Reputation and employability: The University's established reputation and highest employability league tables
Enhanced Academic Progression: Students can progress to study at postgraduate level in fields such as MSc Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautics, or Astronautics. The advanced technical and research foundation of the program also offers access to fields such as AI & Data Science, Management, and Technical Development.
10th Grade transcript and 12th Grade predicted from school counselorEnglish test results: IELTS 6.0+ (no less than 5.5 in any band), TOEFL iBT 79+, Cambridge CAE 169+, PTE Academic 57+UCAS Personal Statement upto 600 wordsOne teacher's letter of recommendationEducational Resume showcasing all extracurriculars, internships, projects, etc A-levels: AAA including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking)International Baccalaureate: 36+ points with required subjectsGCSEs: Minimum grade 4/C in English and MathsPortfolio, project links, or YouTube channel to enhance your application (optional)Application via UCASAerospace EngineerAvionics EngineerFlight Test EngineerPropulsion EngineerAircraft Design EngineerSystems Integration EngineerStructural AnalystUAV SpecialistSatellite Systems EngineerResearch and Development Engineer
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