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Aerospace Technology

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,C

to include Mathematics AND one from Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Biology, Further Maths, Electronics, Engineering or BTEC Certificate in Engineering. Excludes General Studies.

Access to HE Diploma

M:30,P:15

The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits at Merit and 15 Level 3 credits at Pass all to be in Mathematics or Physical Science units. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English and Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

14

Overall pass in IB including at least 14 points from three HL subjects one of which must be Maths with a minimum of 4 points

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DMM

BTec in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar, to include a Distinction in the 'Further Engineering Mathematics' unit 28, or 8, or Calculus To Solve Engineering Problems Unit 7, or DM in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering plus Grade B from one A level in either Mathematics or Physics. Does not include BTECs with maintenance or technology in the title.

Scottish Higher

B,B,C,C,C-B,C,C,C,C


To include Mathematics AND one from Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Computing Science, ICT or Engineering Science at Advanced Level.

UCAS Tariff

112

[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excludes General Studies) [2] Must include Mathematics qualification [3] AND additional qualification in one of the following areas: Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Biology, Further Maths, Electronics, Engineering [4] AND ALSO demonstrate in criteria [2] and [3] minimum 40 Tariff points in one and 32 tariff points in another

About this course


This course has alternative study modes. Contact the university to find out how the information below might vary.

Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

4 years | Sandwich | 2024

Subject

Space technology

This course is designed to provide you with the opportunity to acquire the vital technical and management skills required to join and support the engineering teams, to solve these multi-disciplinary problems in the aerospace industry.

This course gives you the opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of the principles of mechanical, electrical and aerospace engineering, and how this knowledge is applied in the development projects for aerospace systems and their management.

**Key Course Benefits**

* This course offers a variety of curriculum and learning opportunities, industry insight and a range of technical facilities*.

* This course aims to enable you to develop and critically analyse engineering technologies, components and processes utilised in the aerospace industry.

* The course is designed for engineering students that are interested in working in the global aerospace. You can expect to learn how to apply your engineering knowledge to address the rapid development of technology and the requirement for cost-effective carbon-reduction solutions.

* This course aims to meet the demand for skilled engineers and upon successful completion, graduate career prospects could be wide-ranging, including design, manufacturing, MRO engineering and management.     

* The highly practical and technical focus of the programme concentrates on engineering mathematics, aircraft systems, control systems, aerodynamics, aircraft structures and manufacturing, mechanical engineering and engineering management, all of which give our graduates the opportunity to build a strong base from which to start professional work in aerospace design, using the latest software tools.

*Facilities are subject to availability. Due to the ongoing restrictions relating to COVID-19, some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and may have reduced availability or restrictions on their use.

Modules

This course has a common first year 

The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn.

If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).

Common first-year courses 

Aerospace Systems Engineering BEng (Hons)
Aerospace Systems Engineering MEng

Modules
Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics
Mechanical Engineering Principles for Aerospace Engineers
Engineering Mathematics
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Principles
Engineering Design
Aerospace Engineering Skills

Year Two
The second year builds on the foundations of the first year to enhance your specialist knowledge of the analysis and design aspects of individual aerospace systems, along with aircraft maintenance management, aerodynamics and structures. The majority of the modules include teaching of industry standard specialist computer aided analysis tools to support your studies and future employability.

Modules
Aerospace Maintenance Management
Aerospace Structural Analysis
Avionics and Instrumentation
Aircraft Systems
Human Factors and Safety in Aerospace
Aircraft Aerodynamics

Placement Year
There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time, you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Final Year
Year three aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from year one and two. You could also work on a large final project in an area of your interest, with the support of a mentor and your Academic Personal Tutor.

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

Assessment methods

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods include:

Formal examinations
Phase tests
Essays
Group work
Presentations
Reports
Projects
Coursework
Exams
Individual Assignments

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Coventry University

Department:

School of Future Transport Engineering

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

86%
Space technology

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Aeronautical and aerospace engineering

Teaching and learning

86%
Staff make the subject interesting
91%
Staff are good at explaining things
78%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
81%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

84%
Library resources
91%
IT resources
91%
Course specific equipment and facilities
73%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

71%
UK students
29%
International students
85%
Male students
15%
Female students
84%
2:1 or above
18%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

B
C
B

After graduation


The stats in this section relate to the general subject area/s at this university – not this specific course. We show this where there isn't enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Aeronautical and aerospace engineering

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£25,000
med
Average annual salary
98%
high
Employed or in further education
63%
med
Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

28%
Engineering professionals
16%
Information technology and telecommunications professionals
6%
Managers and directors in transport and logistics

Just over a thousand UK graduates got a degree in aerospace engineering in 2015. There are a few dedicated employers, unevenly spread around the country, and so there's often competition for graduates looking for their first job - which leads to a relatively high (although improving) early unemployment rate, and a good grade is particularly important for graduates. Sponsorship and work experience can be key if you're after the most sought-after roles in the industry. Starting salaries are usually good and graduates commonly go into the aerospace (yes, this does include manufacture of equipment for satellites and space operations) and defence industries. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Aeronautical and aerospace engineering

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£26k

£26k

£30k

£30k

£37k

£37k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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