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Aerospace Engineering

Entry requirements


Access to HE Diploma

M:15,P:30

Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, in a mathematics-related programme from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

English Language at grade C or 4 Maths at grade C or 4 **GCSE equivalents** Level 2 Literacy or Functional Skills Level 2 English Level 2 Numeracy or Functional Skills Level 2 Maths

UCAS Tariff

112-120

This must include at least two A levels, equivalent BTEC National qualifications or T levels (to include mathematics (or a mathematics-based subject) and at least one other subject from Physics, Physical Science, Engineering science, Computer Science, Chemistry, Electronics, other Mathematically-based science or technology subject) but excludes general studies. For example: BBC-BBB at A Level including relevant subjects. DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma in a relevant subject. Merit overall from a T level qualification - Must include B from Core and must be an engineering T level- excluding Design and development for engineering and manufacturing. A combination of qualifications which must include relevant subjects and may include AS levels and EPQ.

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

Aerospace engineering

**Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**

**Course summary**
- Develop state-of-the-art scientific knowledge in aerospace engineering.

- Gain the practical skills to solve complex future aerospace challenges.

- Engage in live projects, numerical modelling and experimental techniques.

- Address sustainability challenges like decarbonisation and FlyZero-2030.

- Develop technology expertise in aviation and next-generation space missions.

This course prepares you for diverse roles in aerospace research and development, manufacturing, product design, testing, modelling, simulating and other commercial engineering enterprises. You’ll engage in professional practice from day one, working on industry-led projects and addressing complex aerospace problems.

If you don't meet the entry requirements for this course, or you’d like extra preparation before starting degree-level study, we recommend you join the foundation course.

You could also consider our integrated Masters MEng course. With an extra year to develop specialist knowledge and enhance your research and project-management experience, you gain advanced technical and professional skills to increase your future job prospects. Or, as long as you meet the required academic standards, you could enrol on the BEng and swap to the MEng later.

**How you learn**

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

On this course you’ll take an active, research-informed approach to learning, preparing for future aerospace challenges within a diverse student community.

You’ll gain skills and confidence through state-of-the-art teaching techniques – such as flipped learning, think-pair-share, digital-technology aided teaching, online learning and a variety of activities..

You learn through:

- Diverse lectures emphasising peer collaboration.

- Tutorials to practise and apply your knowledge ahead of assessments.

- Hands-on lab experience including computational modelling and simulation.

- Q&A and discussions for self-assessment and understanding.

- Support sessions for receiving feedback and preparing for assessments.

- Teamwork activities for collaboration in an innovative environment.

- Project-based learning to apply knowledge, creativity, design, critical analysis and professional skills to real-world projects.

**Course topics**

You’ll apply your learning to solve real-world problems across core subject areas – including aerodynamics, thermodynamics, structures, propulsion, flight dynamics and control, systems and avionics. You’ll also explore case studies within the aerospace industry – insightful examples of ongoing research and industry practice.

Further themes of the course range from fluid mechanics and aerospace materials to aircraft design, numerical methods, modelling and simulation.

Assessments on the course include exams, coursework, case studies, phase tests, viva presentations and portfolios, offering equal opportunities to demonstrate your learning and potential.

**Course support**

You’ll be supported in your learning journey towards highly skilled, graduate level employment. This includes: 

- Access to our unique student support triangle to help with your personal, academic and career development.

- Access to our Skills Centre with one-on-ones, webinars and online resources, where you can get help with planning and structuring your assignments.

- The Engineering Café, a weekly drop-in session where you can ask questions and get advice from academics.

- A dedicated Maths and Stats Support drop-in session that runs twice a week.

**Applied learning**

**Work placements**

You’ll have the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement between your second and third years.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.

**Important notice:** The structure for this course is currently being reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment are all likely to change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Once the changes have been confirmed, updated module information will be published on this page.

You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.

**Year 1 **

**Compulsory modules**

Aerospace Engineering Fundamentals

Materials, Manufacturing And Design For Transportation

Maths And Engineering Science For Transportation

Sustainable Engineering And Interdisciplinary Practice

**Year 2**

**Compulsory modules **

Applied Thermodynamics, Aircraft Systems And Manufacturing

Numerical Methods And Applications

Structures, Aerodynamics And Flight Mechanics

Systems Modelling And Simulation

**Year 3 **

**Optional modules **

Placement Year

**Final year **

**Compulsory modules **

Advanced Aerospace Engineering And Design

Aircraft Design And Simulation

Project: Implementation

Project: Management And Scoping

Assessment methods

Coursework
Practical
Exam

Tuition fees

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

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£16,655
per year
International
£16,655
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

Extra funding

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

The Uni


Course location:

Sheffield Hallam University

Department:

College of Business Technology and 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.

56%
Aerospace engineering

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

53%
Staff make the subject interesting
66%
Staff are good at explaining things
69%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
66%
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

59%
Library resources
69%
IT resources
81%
Course specific equipment and facilities
28%
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?

95%
UK students
5%
International students
90%
Male students
10%
Female students
74%
2:1 or above
17%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
C
C

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
90%
low
Employed or in further education
55%
low
Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

44%
Engineering professionals
16%
Science, engineering and production technicians
12%
Sales assistants and retail cashiers

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.

£27k

£27k

£34k

£34k

£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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