MEng Aeronautical Engineering at Imperial College London

Programme overview

Learn how vehicles and structures interact with air in this professionally accredited, integrated Master's degree. Develop engineering, computational, and analytical skills, as well as the specific knowledge and experience required for careers in the aerospace industry. Before choosing to continue or transfer to another course, all students apply to this degree, MEng Aeronautical Engineering (H401).

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: Department of Aeronautics | Duration: 4 years, 5 years | Study mode: full-time; options: Aeronautical Engineering with an Integrated Year Abroad; Aeronautical Engineering with a Year Abroad; Aeronautical Engineering with a Year in Industry (integrated master's) | Intake: October 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules include Aerodynamics 1, Computing and Numerical Methods 1, Engineering Practice 1, Introduction to Aerospace, Materials 1, Mathematics 1, Mechanics; Year 2 core modules include Aerodynamics 2, Computing and Numerical Methods 2, Engineering Practice 2 – Project Development, Engineering Practice 2 – Technical, Flight Dynamics and Control, Materials 2, Mathematics 2; Year 3 core modules include Aerodynamics 3, Aerospace Vehicle Design, Control Systems.

Career pathways

Graduates from our Department go on to successful careers across aerospace, engineering, technology, finance and consulting. Many work in aircraft and spacecraft design, robotics, simulation, software engineering, research and development, and data analytics. Typical roles include Aerospace Engineer, Graduate Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Simulation Engineer, Software Engineer, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Management Consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: minimum A*A*A or A*AAA including A* in Mathematics A/A* in Physics (A* is required if applying with three A-levels. At least an A is required if applying with four A-levels) A in a third and/or fourth subject; typical offer A*A*A* (applicants studying three A-levels) A*A*AA (applicants studying four A-levels). IB: minimum 40 points including 7 in Mathematics* at higher level 7 in Physics at higher level; typical offer 43 –44 points. Admissions test: ESAT and interview. English language: Imperial's standard university requirement.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). tuition fee for 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 47,800 a year (2027/28). tuition fee for 2027 entry Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 4 years, 5 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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