Advanced Aerospace Engineering (Taught)

Choose your start date. You have six opportunities to join this course throughout the year.

This course covers subjects such as advanced computer aided engineering for aerodynamics and structures simulation, experimental methods to analyse structures and materials, and emerging aircraft technologies like unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones.

• The aviation and aerospace industry are committed to a sustainable future and our course covers the appropriate techniques, methods and subjects within this ever-changing industrial environment in more detail.

• With an emphasis on applied technical work, particular prominence is given to the developments in aircraft autonomy, the design and analysis of aircraft structures, computational fluid dynamics, advanced materials and processes, flight simulation and experimental methods.

• You will have the option to apply for a ‘work placement’ opportunity2, designed to further develop your skills and knowledge with the aim of maximising your employability prospects. See modules for more information.

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1. Propulsion Systems and Aerodynamics (30 credits)
2. Flight Dynamics and Autonomous Systems (30 credits)
3. Design for Sustainability (30 credits)
4. Structural Integrity and Dynamic Behaviour (30 credits)
5. Individual Project (60 credits)

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This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which could vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include coursework, tests, essays and formal examinations. This course is predominantly assessed by coursework.

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