Aircraft Engineering
Entry requirements
A level
to include Mathematics and Science (General Studies and native language A-levels are not accepted)
Access to HE Diploma
Equivalent to 120 - 96 tariff points. In an Engineering subject. Maths and Physics units graded Distinction
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grades A*-C (or comparable numeric score under the newly-reformed grading) including Mathematics, English Language and a science or technology subject. Native language GCSEs, Essential Skills Level 2 Communication and Application of Number, and IGCSE English as a Second Language are not accepted.
Equivalent to 120 - 96 tariff points. To include Maths and a Science
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in an Engineering subject to include Further Mathematics for Engineering
Equivalent to 120 - 96 tariff points. To include Maths and a Science
T Level
M-Pass (C and above)
In an Engineering subject, equivalent to between 120-96 tariff points
UCAS Tariff
About this course
Are you considering a career in aircraft maintenance? This degree, offered in partnership with and awarded by Kingston University, will set you on the path to becoming an aircraft maintenance engineer and a maintenance manager in the future.
You will be based at our International Centre for Aerospace Training (ICAT), where your studies will include hands-on experience of aircraft component and equipment replacement, inspection, condition monitoring, fault diagnosis and rectification. You’ll become familiar with the work environment and the legal requirements relating to the commercial aviation industry. As part of your studies you will have unlimited access to our state-of-the-art Elite Flight Simulators to enhance your learning experience.
This is the only UK degree that mirrors the requirements of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-147- approved courses. Once you graduate, you’ll need just two years’ maintenance experience before applying to the CAA for your B Licence (the main licence for aircraft maintenance staff ).
The course covers all the knowledge requirements specified in the EASA category B1.1 aircraft maintenance engineering licence syllabus (Part 66). It introduces you to practical and maintenance skills, and provides you with opportunities to practice and develop these skills.
The degree is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) as meeting the requirements for IEng registration with the Engineering Council.
Modules
Year 1 - Mathematics and Physics for Practitioner Engineers; Electrical Engineering Fundamentals ; Aerodynamics and Aircraft Electronic and Digital Systems; HE Study Skills and Professional Development
Year 2 - Aircraft Materials, Hardware and Maintenance; Aircraft and Their Systems; Practical Engineering Skills and CAD; Professional Practice for Aircraft Engineers.
Year 3 - Turbine Engines and Thermodynamics; Aircraft Maintenance Practices; Individual Project (Aircraft IEng); Air Transport Economics.
Assessment methods
Teaching includes lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical laboratory sessions, backed up by workshop sessions, simulated aircraft work experience and live aircraft work experience.
Assessment includes portfolios of evidence, practical exercises, assignments, reports, presentations and formal written examinations. Some of the modules are assessed by coursework only.
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Extra funding
CAVC has a range of bursaries and scholarships that students on undergraduate, higher education programmes can apply for to support their studies. Applicants can find more information by visiting the college website
The Uni
International Centre for Aerospace Training (ICAT)
Aerospace and Aviation Science
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