Aerospace Engineering with a Year Abroad
Swansea UniversityAerospace Engineering with a Year Abroad BEng (Hon) is an undergraduate degree at Swansea University, based in Swansea, taught full-time with time abroad over 4 years. 83% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £31,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB - BCC.
A-Level Entry
ABB - BCC
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
82.51%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£31,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Studying an Aerospace Engineering degree gives you expert training in the theory and operation of aeronautical vehicles, from jet-powered and propeller-driven planes to gliders and helicopters.
You will learn about the full engineering journey, from concept on the ground to handling in the sky. Whether your main interest concerns design, analysis, testing or flight, at Swansea we have it covered.
During your degree, you can take a flying lesson and throughout your course will be working with facilities like the Merlin MPX521 Engineering Flight Simulator, the JetCat P120 Engine and multiple wind tunnels ensuring you are always fully up to speed.
This multidisciplinary course provides a real world insight into the atmosphere of our planet and the cosmos beyond, as well as the technologies needed to explore them.
As you progress, your developing analytical abilities will combine with hands-on experience of state-of-the-art equipment, establishing skills which are vital to securing employment in the wider aerospace industry.
As part of this programme, you will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year. If you wish to receive more information, please get in touch with us at study@swansea.ac.uk
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
- Study Mode
- Full-time with time abroad
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Swansea
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Aeronautical and aerospace engineering
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £31,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ