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Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology course at University of Hertfordshire.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,B,B

Maths and either physics or technology or engineering based subjects, excluding general studies/critical thinking

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: H402

Here's what University of Hertfordshire says about its Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology course.

This course specialises in the design of space vehicles with a particular emphasis on rocket propulsion, space flight control, and satellite communication systems; students have access to flight simulators, wind tunnels, specialist laboratories and CAE software; they are offered a flying course at a local flying school with 1-1 instruction on both fixed wing aircraft and helicopters, which gives an applied approach to the teaching. Design of a modern aerospace system requires a team of engineers, each with their own specialisation. Development of the systems often transcends national boundaries to international flight, worldwide satellite communications and deep space exploration and is a truly international industry. The University has projects in both Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAVs) and rocketry, with student projects, research and other activities already running. We have established the UK's premier UAV competition, in conjunction with the Royal Aeronautical Society, for universities across the UK and Europe. We also have a link with two space tourism organisations, and this year we are building a scale prototype of a space-plane, which will be powered by jet engines and a rocket motor. This degree programme includes a module on rocket performance and propulsion. You will have opportunities to gain flying experience at a local flying school. You will also benefit from use of our flight simulator which will enhance your understanding of aircraft performance, stability and control.

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology at University of Hertfordshire.

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3 course options available.

Qualification

Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

Department

Aerospace Engineering

Location

Main Site | Hatfield

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Aerospace engineering

Start date

September 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

University of Hertfordshire reviews

(4.2)
Based on 101 reviews from University of Hertfordshire's students and alumni
5 star
48%
4 star
31%
3 star
17%
2 star
2%
1 star
1%
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Hertfordshire students who took the Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology course - or another course in the same subject area.

Aeronautical and aerospace engineering

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

84%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

85%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

60%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

80%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

84%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

78%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

78%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

74%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

75%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

71%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

76%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

56%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

58%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

73%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

70%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

74%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

63%

low

How well organised is your course?

64%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

77%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

86%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

80%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

46%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

59%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

61%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

60%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

68%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

74%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of Hertfordshire. These students are taking Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology or another course from the same subject area.

Aerospace engineering
Mode of study
Full-time85%Part-time15%
Gender ratio
Female14%Male86%
Where students come from
International29%UK71%
Student performance
2:1 or above62%
First year dropout rate10%
Number of students560
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsC
PhysicsC
ChemistryE
Computer ScienceD
GeographyC
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Hertfordshire graduates who took Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology - or another course in the same subject area.

Aeronautical and aerospace engineering

Graduate statistics

65%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

84%

In work, study or other activity

70%

Say it fits with future plans

55%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

25%

Engineering professionals

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

5%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Hertfordshire graduates who took Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology - or another course in the same subject area.

Engineering

Earnings

£23.2k

First year after graduation

£29.6k

Third year after graduation

£37.6k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology.

Source: LEO

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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