Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies
Are you fascinated by aircraft? This course combines the practical and theoretical aspects of flying with the underlying principles of Aerospace Engineering.
Benefit from the practical application of what you learn in the classroom in our full motion simulator. This programme is an ideal way to gain the theoretical training required to obtain a pilot’s license while simultaneously gaining an engineering degree.
You’ll undertake Private Pilot License (PPL) theoretical studies in Year 2. Successful completion of this is determined by passing the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Private Pilot’s Licence Examinations.
CAA examinations are an essential component of a PPL. This degree doesn’t include the practical flying components of the PPL (typically 45 hours) but we partner with a flight training school who will offer those for an additional fee.
In Year 4 you’ll be introduced to Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) theoretical studies. These are university examinations designed to prepare you for sitting CAA ATPL examinations after you’ve graduated – ideal if you want to become a commercial pilot in the future.
Why study with us
- During your studies you'll benefit from significant investment in the latest high quality facilities available, including state-of-the-art software tools, flight simulators, subsonic and supersonic wind tunnels and a UAV Lab.
- You’ll undertake Private Pilot License (PPL) theoretical studies in Year 2.
- There’s an optional 48-week sandwich placement in industry for full-time students between Year 2 and Year 3.
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What you'll do
- You’ll graduate with a rounded education in aerospace engineering which can lead to a wide range of career options.
- Our Engineering Innovation Centre enables you to work on real-world projects with commercial partners in state-of-the-art facilities.
- Fine tune your practical skills using the University’s excellent flight simulators and UAV lab.
Study in our Engineering Innovation Centre (EIC)
During your studies with us you’ll benefit from our new £35 million EIC building which provides an integrated teaching space in state-of-the-art facilities.
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Course Delivery
This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.
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During your studies you'll benefit from significant investment in the latest high quality facilities available, including state-of-the-art software tools, flight simulators and a UAV Lab.
You’ll take to the skies in our immersive flight simulators, including the Redbird FMX, which will help reinforce your understanding of flight dynamics.
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Future Careers
Studying Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies leads to careers in the aerospace, space, defence, automotive, biotechnology, computing, electronics, energy and manufacturing sectors.
The MEng option is ideal if you aspire to become a commercial pilot. It introduces Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) theoretical studies in Year 4. These are university examinations designed to prepare you for sitting CAA ATPL examinations after you’ve graduated.
You’ll be able to make use of our simulation facilities to further develop your flying skills, and practical flying can be arranged at additional cost with our flight training school partners. This is a great way to gain the theoretical training required to obtain a pilot’s license while simultaneously gaining an engineering degree.
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Come and discover why our campus is the perfect place for you. You can ask current students about their experiences and immerse yourself in campus and accommodation tours.
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Scholarships and Bursaries
We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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This course is based in the School of Engineering located in the Faculty of Science and Technology
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