BEng Hons Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies

The University of Liverpool BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies is a three-year campus-based program that integrates core aerospace engineering with flight training. The degree is ideal for students who want to learn both engineering principles and experience in flying, opening doors to careers in aviation, aerospace, and related industries.

Curriculum structure:

• Year 1:
  You will learn fundamental subjects of aerodynamics, aerostructures, flight control and dynamics, propulsion, avionics, and aircraft materials. The year includes a Pilot Studies module adopting the PPL ground school curriculum and a compulsory 20-hour flight training lesson, providing practice flying experience.

• Year 2:
  Curriculum advances with the addition of aircraft performance, advanced aerodynamics, and systems engineering modules. Pilot Studies persist with utilising the Air Transport Pilot's Licence (ATPL) ground school syllabus to work on your practical and theoretical aviated knowledge.

• Year 3:
  You'll learn specialist modules such as flight test engineering, avionics, and aircraft communications. The highlight is an independent research project, where you can innovate in your technical area of interest. You'll also take a two-day Jetstream aircraft flight test course, translating classroom learning into contact with real flight operations.

Focus areas: Aerodynamics, aero structures, flight dynamics and control, propulsion systems, avionics, pilot studies, aircraft materials, aircraft design.

Learning outcomes: Design, analyse, and test aeronautical systems; use advanced mathematics and engineering concepts; operate and evaluate aircraft; conduct independent investigations; explain technical concepts clearly.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), meeting academic standards for Incorporated Engineer and partly for Chartered Engineer status.

Reputation (employability rankings): 95% employed or in further study within 15 months; mean salary £29,000 after 15 months; the University of Liverpool has an excellent reputation for UK engineering education.