Aerospace Engineering

Our BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering degree is designed for students who want to understand the physics of flight and turn creative ideas into practical engineering solutions. Through hands-on learning that blends engineering science with extensive laboratory and workshop activity, you will put your ideas into practice through wind tunnel testing, and simulation-based exploration of flight.

Each year includes collaborative design projects shaped by industry partners, giving you the chance to apply your ideas to authentic engineering problems. As your studies progress, you'll build expertise in aerodynamics, propulsion, aerospace materials, and avionic and control systems, supported by modern facilities and specialist equipment.

You will benefit from strong regional industry connections and insights into emerging technologies such as hydrogen fuel cells, biofuels, and advanced manufacturing. With the option of a year-long placement, you'll graduate with the technical capability and professional confidence to begin your aerospace career.

This course is also available with a foundation year.

Features and Benefits:

Professional study environment: Study in our £115m Dalton building, designed for collaboration, innovation and world-class learning and research.

Taught by leading researchers: 100% of our research impact in Engineering is world-leading or internationally excellent - and 75% is at the highest 4* level (REF 2021).

Gain interdisciplinary expertise: Develop the skills needed to design the structures, systems and technologies that power the next generation of aircraft, bringing together engineering disciplines in one integrated degree.

Graduate ready for the future: Join the engineers driving the next generation of aircraft and position yourself for careers in an industry led by innovation, sustainability and advanced engineering.

Study in a city built for aerospace innovation: Study in one of the UK's leading aerospace hubs, surrounded by world-class manufacturers and engineering consultancies that make Manchester an ideal place to explore the future of flight.

Strong industry links: Work on industry-shaped projects each year, gaining direct insight from aerospace engineers, which in turn prepares you for your future in engineering.