Aerospace Engineering
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: H402 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
A in Maths and either Physics (preferred) or Further Maths as a 2nd subject, or Maths with any two of the following: Chemistry, Biology, Design, Economics, Psychology, Electronics, Computer Science. For applicants predicted AAA including A in maths but not offering the subject combinations above - AAA including Maths and at least one of Chemistry, Biology, Electronics or Design. Excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, CIE Global Perspectives and Research, CIE Thinking Skills.
Access to HE Diploma
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits overall, 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction including 15 Mathematics credits and 15 Engineering/Science credits, plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Including D3 in Mathematics and M2 in Physics (preferred) or Further Maths as a second subject, or Maths with any two of the following: Chemistry, Biology, Design, Economics, Psychology, Electronics, Computer Science.
Extended Project
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and an alternative offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE requirements for all applicants - English grade C/4
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
including Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches - 6 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation – 6 at Higher Level only plus Physics at Higher or Standard Level.
BTEC Engineering Diploma DD + A in A Level Maths
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/ National Extended Certificate D + Maths grade A and Physics/Further Maths grade B
Extended Diploma in an Engineering subject: As part of the application process BTEC applicants without A level Maths who are predicted D*DD will receive an invitation to attend an interview with an academic member of staff. The meeting will assess applicants’ mathematical capability alongside their ability to build on their potential if they start straight into a course where their current maths preparation is not as rigorous as those holding other specific Mathematics qualifications. For many BTEC applicants the best route into an engineering degree is via a foundation course. The meeting, along with the UCAS application, will be used to help us decide whether we feel it is in the best interest of the applicant for us to make an offer for the applied-for course or be recommended to the foundation year. Our primary objective is to ensure that our students are fully prepared for year one to maximise the likelihood of achieving their study goals with us. For those with lower predicted grades, applications will be considered for entry onto the foundation year. For those considered for year one entry, our typical offer is as follows: RQF National Extended Diploma - DDD including Distinction in units Engineering Principles, Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Maths.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Advanced Higher grades AA including Mathematics and Physics plus Higher grades AABBB
Scottish Higher
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA including Mathematics and Physics
A level mathematics also required. For applicants with T Level qualifications without A level mathematics the Foundation Year (H100) is recommended.
Accepted and graded equally to A Levels
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About this course
Are you interested in the science behind flying? Maybe you are curious about aircraft design and manufacturing. Leading researchers in aviation teach our course to provide you with the skills and advanced knowledge needed to work in this exciting sector.
Our department has links with companies including:
- Airbus
- Boeing
- Rolls-Royce Aerospace.
Industry links will provide you with placement opportunities for real world learning. Our teaching facilities and regular guest lecturers will give you a fantastic insight into the growing aerospace industry.
Learning on this course includes hands on integrating projects throughout your studies. Your learning will cover topics including:
- Aerodynamics
- Avionics
- Flight mechanics
- Human Factors
Your final year will allow you to tailor your learning through a variety of specialist modules.
Modules
All students follow a common programme of study for the first two years, studying core material that provides a solid practical foundation in engineering analysis and aircraft technology with hands-on design exercises and laboratory tests. In year three, students will begin their individual research projects as well as undertaking core modules in computer modelling techniques and engineering management, professional practice, certification, safety and reliability. There are also a number of specialised optional modules across the aeromechanics, aeroelectrical and general streams.
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The Uni
University Park Campus
Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering
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Just over a thousand UK graduates got a degree in aerospace engineering in 2015. There are a few dedicated employers, unevenly spread around the country, and so there's often competition for graduates looking for their first job - which leads to a relatively high (although improving) early unemployment rate, and a good grade is particularly important for graduates. Sponsorship and work experience can be key if you're after the most sought-after roles in the industry. Starting salaries are usually good and graduates commonly go into the aerospace (yes, this does include manufacture of equipment for satellites and space operations) and defence industries. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.
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Aeronautical and aerospace engineering
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