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Aerospace Engineering

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A level

A*,A,A

A*AA including Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject. As practical skills are a crucial part of science education, you are required to pass the practical element of any Science A-Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this will likely be made explicit in the offers received. Typical Contextual Offer: AAA in Mathematics, Physics and one other subject.

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall and at least 45 at Level 3), with a Distinction in Mathematics and Physics modules. The specific requirements are: 45 graded credits at Level 3, with a minimum of 15 credits at Distinction and 30 at Merit. You should also have achieved a Distinction in both Mathematics and Physics modules, which we may request a copy of. Kindly note, we also require A-Level Mathematics at Grade A*.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2,D3,D3

We require Grades D2, D3, D3 in principal subjects, including Mathematics and Physics. We also consider applicants offering a mix of Pre-U Principal Subjects and A-Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall are taken. The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) and the opportunity it provides applicants to develop independent study and research skills. However, please note a GPR qualification will not form part of your offer conditions.

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunity it provides applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your application.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education. Typically this is five GCSEs/iGCSEs, including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy - equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. Kindly note, GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

37

37 points overall with 7, 6, 6 at Higher level in Mathematics, Physics and one other subject. We also accept: - Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches - Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma

DD

We consider the Technical Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require Grades DD, plus A-Level Mathematics at Grade A*.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate

D

We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require Grade D plus A-Levels in Mathematics and Physics at Grade A*A.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

DDD

We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require Grades DDD, plus A-Level Mathematics at Grade A*.

OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma

DD

We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require Grade D plus A-Levels in Mathematics and Physics at Grade A*A.

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

D

Grades D in a relevant subject plus A level Maths and Physics at Grade A.

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

DD

We consider the National Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require grades DD, plus A-Level Mathematics at Grade A*.

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

D

We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require Grade D, plus A-Levels Mathematics and Physics at Grade A*A.

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

DDD

We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require grades DDD, plus A-Level Mathematics at Grade A*.

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

D,D

We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry, provided it is in a relevant subject. We require Grade D plus A-Levels in Mathematics and Physics at Grade A*A.

Scottish Advanced Highers are usually required in one of the following two combinations: - Three Advanced Highers with Grades AAA, including Mathematics and Physics - Two Advanced Highers with Grades AA, including Mathematics and Physics, alongside two Highers with Grades AA in additional subjects Where English Language and Mathematics are not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher, they must have been achieved at SCQF Level 5 (minimum National 5 Grade C/Intermediate 2 Grade C/Standard Grade Credit level Grade 3).

Scottish Advanced Highers are usually required in one of the following two combinations: - Three Advanced Highers with Grades AAA, including Mathematics and Physics - Two Advanced Highers with Grades AA, including Mathematics and Physics, alongside two Highers with Grades AA in additional subjects Where English Language and Mathematics are not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher, they must have been achieved at SCQF Level 5 (minimum National 5 Grade C/Intermediate 2 Grade C/Standard Grade Credit level Grade 3).

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate, and consider this alongside two A-Levels or equivalent. We require Grade A in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate, plus A*A in A-Level Mathematics and Physics.

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About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Aerospace engineering

The BEng Aerospace Engineering will provide you with a broad, well-balanced preparation for a professional career in the aerospace industry.

As a graduate from The University of Manchester, you'll be prepared for leadership positions in a successful career in industry. You'll also gain skills useful for work in other areas, such as research, management, technical development and finance. Perhaps you'd prefer to work in areas such as design or development? Or you could end up working in the testing and operation of vehicles and systems.

We'll give you a theoretical knowledge of engineering science, in addition to a solid base of practical skills, an understanding of design, comprehension of the commercial world and competence in transferable skills (problem solving, team working, creativity, adaptability and IT). You'll be taught using interactive learning approaches and using cutting-edge and industry-standard tools.

The degree also provides an excellent route for individuals wishing to proceed to further postgraduate research.

The sky really is the limit!

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

Extra funding

For more information about scholarships and bursaries please see our undergraduate fees pages or visit the Scholarships and bursaries on the Department website.

The Uni


Course location:

University of Manchester

Department:

Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil 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.

64%
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

60%
Staff make the subject interesting
73%
Staff are good at explaining things
65%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
59%
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

71%
Library resources
84%
IT resources
83%
Course specific equipment and facilities
41%
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?

58%
UK students
42%
International students
83%
Male students
17%
Female students
77%
2:1 or above
9%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

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A
A

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
91%
med
Employed or in further education
58%
low
Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

33%
Engineering professionals
11%
Other elementary services occupations
7%
Senior officers in protective services

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

£33k

£33k

£38k

£38k

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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The Longitudinal Educational Outcomes dataset combines HRMC earnings data with student records from the Higher Education Statistics Agency.

While there are lots of factors at play when it comes to your future earnings, use this as a rough timeline of what graduates in this subject area were earning on average one, three and five years later. Can you see a steady increase in salary, or did grads need some experience under their belt before seeing a nice bump up in their pay packet?

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