Aerospace Engineering with Foundation

The programme begins with a one-year foundation which is designed to help you develop the study skills and academic knowledge needed for an engineering degree at Bachelors or Integrated Masters level.

Embark on a transformative journey into aerospace engineering with our comprehensive degree program, which includes a foundation year. Dive deep into the intricate world of aerospace vehicles and systems, where you'll gain invaluable insights into analysis, design, and operational tools essential for the industry's demands. Here's why our program stands out:

• Professional Skill Development: Throughout the course, we prioritise the cultivation of your engineering skills, emphasising innovation and sustainability to tackle present and future industry challenges.

• Hands-On Experience: Engage in dynamic design projects and opt for an industrial placement to refine your practical abilities and expand your career opportunities.

• Industry Integration: Benefit from our strong ties with industry leaders, ensuring that our curriculum remains relevant and up-to-date with contemporary aerospace practices.

• Sustainability Focus: Immerse yourself in our commitment to sustainable engineering, a core principle guiding the future of aerospace endeavors.

• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Explore our top-tier testing facilities, including the low-turbulence wind tunnel and high-speed tunnel, integral to national initiatives.

• State-of-the-Art Equipment: Access advanced experimental equipment and computational tools, developed and supported by leading experts in the field.

• Employability Boost: Enhance your career prospects with an optional placement year, gaining hands-on experience with renowned organisations like BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, and Airbus.

This course with foundation included is designed specifically to help people with the passion and potential to study with us. For example, mature students who need to update their technical knowledge and get used to studying again after being in work.

By the end of the first foundation year and on successful completion, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge to progress to a BEng or MEng degree.

Accreditation

We have every expectation that these degrees will receive full accreditation from the Royal Aeronautical Society, providing a path for you to gain Chartered Engineering status.

Course Modules

​​You can find extensive information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website:

https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/undergraduate/aerospace-engineering-with-foundation-year

Evaluation comprises a combination of coursework and examinations. Design studies and presentations foster the development of group learning and communication abilities. Laboratory work, data analysis, and project reports assess practical and technical skills.

Each year's grades contribute to the final degree classification, with greater emphasis placed on performance in the later years.