Course information
UK fee £10,700
International fee £23,650
Taught by School of Engineering
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Course description
Course description
This is for you if you are interested in studying Aerospace Engineering at an advanced level.
The course builds upon the General Engineering structure of the Department of Engineering. Hence, you will be exposed to a wide range of subjects across the Aerodynamics and Fluids, Materials and Control themes. There are few General Engineering departments in the UK which can offer such a broad perspective.
The modules of the course are organised in four themes. Control, Fluids, and Mechanics of Materials are core aerospace technology themes, which match the research background of the staff of the Department of Engineering. The fourth theme is the application of systems engineering to aerospace projects and missions.
The course includes the option of an industrial placement, which is a great way to gain valuable experience.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Good second class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as Aerospace Engineering.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.
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Fees and funding
UK Students
Starting in September 2024 or January 2025
- MSc: £10,700
- MSc with Industry: £11,800
An additional fee of £3,520 will be charged if a placement is secured.
If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.
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International Students
Starting in September 2024 or January 2025
- MSc: £23,650
- MSc with Industry: £24,500
An additional fee of £3,520 will be charged if a placement is secured.
You will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.
From 2022 onwards, EU nationals will pay the International fee. If you are an EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme, you may qualify for the UK fee (subject to criteria).
Find out more about scholarships and funding.
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Course structure
Modules
Modules
Core modules
- Engineering Design Case Study
- Fluid Instability, Transition and Turbulence
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Advanced Composite Materials
- Advanced Gas Turbines
- Attitude and Orbit Control Systems
Plus your Individual Project*
* Individual Project is in Year 2 in the 'with Industry' programme and January starters. January starters would have Semester 2 modules before Semester 1 modules.
Option modules
Choose two option modules from:
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Project
Project
After completing all the modules, you will apply the knowledge you have gained throughout the course to solving an engineering problem at a professional level as your Individual Project. You will define the nature of the problem and draw up plans for tackling it, presented as a formal proposal (including a financial costing). Your project supervisor will meet regularly with you for feedback on the project.
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Industry placement (optional)
Industry placement (optional)
Studying a 'with industry' masters degree is the perfect way for you to enhance your career prospects and deepen your understanding of your specific area of expertise. By experiencing real-world scenarios and applying your skills and knowledge to business challenges, you will gain a unique insight into how your studies can be utilised in industry. This will not only showcase your abilities to future employers, but will also enhance your studies when you return to University to complete your programme.
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Why Leicester
The School of Engineering operates an Open Door policy meaning you can access support when you need it.
Our practical modules enable you to gain skills in state-of-the-art engineering and the latest technologies.
The School is internationally renowned for quality research and excellent teaching, and has links with many of the world's major engineering companies.
The School of Engineering has around 600 undergraduates, 100 postgraduates and researchers, 30 academic staff and a similar number of support staff.
Teaching and learning
Teaching methods include lectures and seminars supported by practical and lab work. Assessment is a mix of open and closed exams and continuous assessment. Your dissertation will be assessed separately.
Key dates
September 2025 start
- Application deadline: 8 September 2025 (Please note if you require a visa to study you will be required to submit your course application by 25 July 2025)
- Deposit payment deadline: 8 August 2025
- CAS request deadline: 5 September 2025
- 70% tuition payment deadline: 5 September 2025
January 2025 start
- Application deadline: 1 December 2024 (Please ensure this is a fully completed application form with all supporting documentation.)
- Deposit payment deadline: 8 December 2024
- CAS request deadline: 15 December 2024
- 70% tuition payment deadline: 15 December 2024
The key dates are deadlines to ensure you are able to join your course on the course start date. If you feel you are unable to meet any of the above deadlines, please contact the Admissions and Applicant Experience team on +44 (0)116 252 5281 or email study@le.ac.uk.
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| Course | Qualification | Duration | Start Dates | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Aerospace Engineering | Qualification MSc | Duration 12-16 months, full-time | Start Dates September each year, January 2025 | Availability Apply Now |
| Course Aerospace Engineering with Industry | Qualification MSc | Duration 24-28 months, full-time | Start Dates September each year, January 2025 | Availability Apply Now |
