University of the West of Scotland
UCAS Code: H411 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
Including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English at Grade 5 or above
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
including Maths and Physics, plus English at Standard Level
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Including Maths and Physics, plus English at Ordinary Level
Scottish Higher
Including Maths and Physics, plus National 5 English at Grade C or above
T Level
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About this course
OVERVIEW
Prepare yourself for a career in the aerospace industry with MEng (Hons) Aircraft Engineering. Designed in partnership with industry, this programme will provide you with the skills required to work effectively in the aircraft design, manufacturing, aerodynamic and structural design and repair and overhaul sectors.
This programme is delivered via laboratories and software sessions to ensure you have a sound academic underpinning and the practical skills necessary to launch a successful career in this industry.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• You’ll gain the skills related to a wide range of sectors and specialisms within the aerospace industry.
• You’ll study project and quality management to ensure you’re equipped with the management skills required for a high-flying engineering career.
• Visits to organisations such as Spirit AeroSystems and British Airways will allow you to see real-world applications of the subjects you’ll study throughout this programme.
• MEng (Hons) Aircraft Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. The accredited MEng (Hons) Aircraft Engineering fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
PROGRAMME DETAILS
This programme has been designed to meet the needs of southwest Scotland’s aerospace cluster, which includes BAE Systems, Spirit AeroSystems, Collins
Aerospace and Ryanair. However, the skills you’ll develop are appropriate for careers in the UK and international industries too.
CAREERS
As an Aircraft Engineering graduate you’ll have the wide-ranging skills to take on roles in design, research, development, manufacturing, management or maintenance in the sector.
MODULES
Year 1
Applied statics and dynamics, materials and mathematics provide a foundation to engineering design. Professional and industrial studies are introduced alongside skills development in communications and IT technology.
Year 2
Topics include design of aerospace structures and systems, strength of materials, vibration theory, materials and manufacturing technology. The formal engineering design process and how it relates to aircraft engineering practice is introduced; as well as computer-aided design and information technology related techniques.
Year 3
Skills in design and applied mechanics are enhanced. Aerodynamics and aircraft performance; intelligent systems and control technologies; aircraft design and
modelling; advanced computer-based analysis and simulation techniques are introduced, along with project management skills.
Year 4
Aerodynamic understanding is enhanced whilst design, analysis and testing of composite structures is introduced. Computer-aided engineering design is explored further through finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics is introduced. Aircraft conceptual design and a major individual project complete the learning in Year 4.
Year 5
Aircraft Structural Analysis, Aeroelasticity, Advanced Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics and a major Group Project are amongst the modules to complete the MEng (Hons) programme of study.
ASSESSMENT METHOD
A variety of assessment approaches are utilised throughout the course such as examination, written coursework, portfolio and presentations.
PROFESSIONAL BODIES
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
• Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Modules
Throughout the course, a variety of topics will be covered which include the design of aerospace structures and systems, strength of materials, vibration theory, thermofluids, materials and manufacturing technology. The formal engineering design process and how it relates to aircraft engineering practice is introduced; as well as computer-aided design and information technology related techniques. You’ll also study project and business management to ensure you’re equipped with the management skills required for a demanding and rewarding engineering career. Check the 'Course Details' section on the course entry on the UWS website for more information on topics covered per year.
Assessment methods
A variety of assessment approaches are utilised throughout the course such as examination, written coursework, portfolio and presentations.
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Paisley Campus
Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences
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