Aerospace Engineering with a Year in Industry

Swansea University
Undergraduate BEng (Hon) Full-time 4 Years Aeronautical and aerospace engineering

A-Level Entry

ABB - BCC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£31,000

About this course

Studying a BEng Aerospace Engineering with a Year in Industry 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.

The third year of this 4-year course with a Year in Industry will be spent on placement. You will have the opportunity to gain real-world industry experience and develop your employability skill set. We have a strong network of industry contacts, and you will receive dedicated support from our employability team, ranging from CV advice through to mock interviews.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB - BCC
BTEC D*D*D - D*D*D*

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2129 Engineering professionals
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
2126 Aerospace engineers
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
3115 Quality assurance technicians
2124 Electronics engineers

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Swansea
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Aeronautical and aerospace engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£31,000