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Aerospace Computational Engineering MSc at Cranfield University

Cranfield University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The demand for engineers and leaders who will be using 100% digital techniques for aerospace applications in design and testing is continuously increasing. This unique course covers a wide range of applications focused on aerospace computational aspects. The MSc in Aerospace Computational Engineering aims to enhance your skills through a detailed introduction to the state-of-the-art computational methods and their applications for digital age aerospace engineering applications.

Faculty: Aerospace  |  Duration: Full-time: MSc - one year; Part-time: MSc - up to three years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Cranfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Delivery: Taught modules: 40%, group project: 20%, individual research project: 40%. Compulsory modules: Computational Aerodynamics, Validation and Verification for Aerospace Applications, Modelling Approaches for Aerospace Applications, Numerical Modelling for Compressible Flows, CAD & Airframe Design, Scientific Computing with Python, UAS Modelling and Simulation, UAS Dynamics and Control.

Career pathways

The MSc in Aerospace Computational Engineering is designed to equip you with the skills required to pursue a successful career in computational aerospace design and engineering, both in the UK and globally.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK first or second class undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied in mathematics, physics, computer science or an engineering subject. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components. ATAS clearance required for international students who need a visa (except exempt nationalities).

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,000 for the whole programme (2027/28). MSc Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 35,000 for the whole programme (2027/28). MSc Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: MSc - one year; Part-time: MSc - up to three years

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