Aerospace Engineering

On this module you'll analyse the functionality of each aerospace vehicle system. You'll also learn methods for safety assessment in relation to the design, reliability, safety and certification of vehicle systems.

You'll be introduced to the basic concepts, theories and methodologies needed for the analysis of simple deformable structural components. You'll also learn about the generation of lift and drag on lifting surfaces operating in incompressible flows.

This module aims to develop your knowledge and skills in Engineering Design. You'll develop skills in design methodology, computer aided design, technical drawing and sustainable design.

This module enables you to recognise and use essential core mathematical methods and computational analysis to support further study of engineering and technology.

This module imparts knowledge of computer-aided design, programming, digital electronics, and manufacturing techniques. It readies you for diverse engineering tasks involving system design, manufacturing, and testing in various disciplines.

This module will develop and establish the fundamental principles of engineering science. You'll learn basic engineering practice and problem-solving techniques. You'll also be introduced to associated measurement techniques.

On this module you'll be introduced to fixed-wing aircraft design and optimisation using Systems Engineering principles. You'll practically analyse the basics of aircraft aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and control to design and manufacture a fully integrated UAV.

This module provides a technical overview of spacecraft flight and subsystems. You'll develop analytical and simulation techniques and skills for spacecraft mission planning.

You'll get a better understanding of fluid mechanics, emphasising high-speed compressible flow theory and its application to aircraft problems. You'll also apply stress analysis on aircraft components, and gain an appreciation for the interaction between aerodynamic loads and structural deformations.

This module will introduce you to the principles of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics in the context of aerodynamics and heat engines and motor sports engineering. It will develop your problem solving, mathematical modelling and computational modelling skills.

In this module you will develop the skills and knowledge that is needed to be able to participate in an operations management team.

On this module you'll further your knowledge of Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Simulation as used in the engineering industry.

This module aims to further develop your analytical knowledge and techniques necessary to analyse and solve a variety of engineering situations and problems.

This module looks at structural analysis, emphasising static stress analysis for elastic continua, including two-dimensional structures. You'll learn finite element methods for computational analysis using ANSYS/Comsol, aiming to understand key concepts in advanced fibre-reinforced composite structure design.

This module covers aircraft flight dynamics, stability, and control systems. It emphasises the importance of stability analysis and the inclusion of Stability Augmentation Systems (SAS) for improved control loop performance.

Our module aims to explore contemporary trends in technological developments. You will be provided a technical overview of main engine types and applications. You will also study scientific frameworks and research methods around calculating engine performance.

This module involves planning, executing, and reporting on an engineering project. The project includes investigation, analysis, design, evaluation, testing, and manufacturing, based on current research or development.

In this module, you will understand the complete process required to develop and compute a solution to a problem in fluid dynamics. You will perform a numerical CFD simulation of a simple flow of engineering interest.

You'll design, develop and demonstrate an integrated aerospace product comprising structure and systems, with due regard to business, commercial and environmental considerations. You'll participate in collaborative activities leading to initial concepts, down-selection, product mechanisation and flight clearance, including quality audits, risk management and safety cases. And you'll apply relevant analytical methods, including modelling and simulation. During the project you'll be expected to demonstrate your proficiency in the relevant mathematics, science and technologies, as well as your skills in management, communication, team performance and personal responsibility.

You'll develop skills and competence across a range of modelling and simulation methods. The module explains the underlying conceptual and mathematical foundations. As well as providing real engineering challenges.

You will gain experience in the processes of maintaining product integrity within engineering design and the product cycle. You'll look at the responsibilities of the engineer to both the enterprise and society by looking at both national and international standards. You will also analyse and evaluate several risks and ethical and legal responsibilities.

On this module, you'll integrate computational models of aerospace vehicles and systems to create and enhance flight simulators. This is for the purposes of virtual testing and evaluation. 

You'll investigate how the principles of high-speed aerodynamics influences the flight dynamics of flexible aircraft during different phases of flight. 

On this module you'll investigate material selection, structural assembly and the associated challenges of material degradation. You'll assess how they impact aerospace vehicle’s structures.