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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
University of NottinghamThe BEng Aerospace Engineering with an Industrial Placement Year at the University of Nottingham is tailored for students passionate about aircraft design, manufacturing, and the science of flight. You’ll learn from leading aviation researchers and gain advanced technical and managerial skills through a blend of academic study and real-world industry experience.
Curriculum structure:
Year 1: You will build a solid foundation in aircraft technology and engineering analysis with laboratory and workshop experience. Modules include Laboratory and Workshop Elements, Aircraft Technology, and Engineering Analysis.
Year 2: You will expand your technical competence and collaboration skills with modules such as Laboratory Work, Systems Approach, and an Integrating Design-Make-Test Project. There is an increased focus on group problem-solving and real-world applications.
Year 3 (Industrial Placement): You'll spend a full year working in the aerospace industry, solving actual engineering challenges and developing professional, technical, and managerial expertise. The university’s dedicated Placements Team will support you throughout the process.
Year 4: You'll take on a final-year group design-and-make project and choose from specialist modules in flight physics, airframe design, avionics, or systems, enabling you to tailor your studies to your career goals.
Focus areas: Aircraft Design, Flight Physics, Aerodynamics, Avionics, Systems Integration
Learning outcomes: Advanced technical skills, hands-on engineering experience, project management, collaboration, industry preparedness
Professional alignment (accreditation): The Royal Aeronautical Society’s official list (as of August 2023) includes University of Nottingham Aerospace Engineering degrees as being under consideration for accreditation, but does not yet confirm full accreditation for the UK campus
Reputation (employability rankings): 95% of graduates in work or further study within 15 months. Average salary: £32,500 after 15 months, rising to £38,500 after 5 years.
You’ll gain practical skills in Nottingham’s outstanding aerospace engineering facilities, designed for hands-on learning and bridging theory with real-world application. The department features industry-standard equipment and collaborative environments for designing, building, and testing aerospace systems. You'll have access to:
ALSIM AL250 Flight Simulator: One of the only UK university simulators with bespoke flight models, used in advanced flight dynamics modules and individual projects, plus four Next Level Flight Simulator Cockpits for immersive training
Wind Tunnels: First-rate teaching wind tunnels, including a novel closed return wind tunnel with rolling-road facility, for aerodynamics testing and student-driven UAV/drone projects
Space Lab: Satellite tracking facilities, CubeSat simulators, and a magnetic resonance simulator, complementing modules like 'Introduction to Space' and international CubeSat competitions
Aerospace Design Studio & Project Design and Make Room: Dedicated facilities for collaborative design, prototyping, and large-scale production via 3D printers
Teaching in jet engine and access to specialist research laboratories, including the Aerospace Research Centre and Aircraft Electric Power Systems Innovations Laboratory
Institute for Aerospace Technology (IAT): A world-class research institute in support of advanced learning and innovation, with over 400 aerospace professionals and £75 million of projects
Guest lectures from industry, company visits, and placement opportunities with Airbus, Boeing, and Rolls-Royce
Graduates of the BEng Aerospace Engineering with an Industrial Placement Year at the University of Nottingham are in high demand, with strong career outcomes and industry-ready experience. The program prepares students for leadership roles across aerospace and related sectors, with typical career paths including Aerospace Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, and Project Manager.
You'll benefit from:
Placement experience: Industrial Placement Year providing hands-on work experience with leading aerospace employers
Industry links: Strong partnerships with major companies like Airbus, Boeing, Rolls-Royce Aerospace, and BAE Systems
Professional accreditation: Accredited degree (in preparation for), supporting your pathway to Chartered Engineer registration
Reputation and employability: The University's outstanding reputation and high graduate employability rankings
Further Academic Progress: Students can continue into postgraduate study in MSc Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautics, or Astronautics. The program’s technical strength and industry immersion also support careers in AI & Data Science, Management, and Technical Development.
10th & 12th-grade transcripts / predicted gradesEnglish test results: IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element), PTE 65+ (minimum 59 in each component), TOEFL 80+ or equivalentUCAS personal statement (up to 600 words)One teacher’s recommendation letterResume (extracurriculars, projects, internships)Recommendation letter from teachers, advisers, or professionals who know you academicallyA-levels: A in Maths and either Physics (preferred) or Further Maths, or Maths with two of Chemistry, Biology, Design, Economics, Psychology, Electronics, Computer ScienceGCSE English grade 4 (C) or equivalentAerospace EngineerAvionics EngineerFlight Test EngineerPropulsion EngineerAircraft Design EngineerSystems Integration EngineerStructural AnalystUAV SpecialistSatellite Systems EngineerResearch and Development Engineer
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