MSc Aerospace Engineering at Swansea University

Programme overview

A research-led, industry-informed master's covering aerodynamics, structural mechanics, materials, flight dynamics and simulation, with links to sustainability, digitalisation and space systems. Students use the School's aerospace facilities, including an advanced flight simulator, and the course is accredited by IMechE and the Royal Aeronautical Society.

Faculty: Science and Engineering | Department: School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical & Mechanical Engineering | Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years or 3 years part-time | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Advanced Aerodynamics and Flight Dynamics, Advanced Aerostructures and Aeroelasticity, Group Project (Aerospace, 40 credits), Advanced Materials and Structural Integrity, Sustainable and Societal Engineering and a 60-credit MSc Dissertation in Aerospace Engineering.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared for roles such as aircraft design engineer, satellite design engineer, aircraft systems engineer, flight test engineer, defence engineer and MRO engineer, at organisations including Airbus, Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, QinetiQ, Leonardo, GE Aviation and the UK Space Agency.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a first or second class honours degree in Engineering or a similar relevant science discipline, with an overall mark of at least 55%; performance in key modules is also considered. International applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or another approved English test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,100 a year (2026/27). MSc, 1-year full-time. Source

International applicants: GBP 24,500 a year (2026/27). MSc, 1-year full-time. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years or 3 years part-time

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