PhD Aerospace Engineering at Swansea University

Programme overview

The PhD/MPhil in Aerospace Engineering is a research degree at Bay Campus within Swansea's multidisciplinary engineering research environment, where computational mechanics underpins the majority of projects. Recent theses include work on uncertainty quantification, morphing aircraft structures, isogeometric finite element methods and CFD of high-speed viscous flows. A distance learning PhD route is also listed.

Department: School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering | Duration: PhD 3 years full time, 6 years part time; MPhil 2 years full time, 4 years part time | Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students undertake an independent supervised research project in aerospace engineering, with research skills training. Applicants are encouraged to submit a research proposal and discuss it with an admissions tutor before applying.

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Entry requirements

MPhil and PhD applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or non-UK equivalent) in Engineering or a similar relevant science discipline. IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component (or a recognised equivalent). Admissions decisions may also consider the research proposal, interview performance, competition for places and relevant professional experience. One reference is required. Non-UK applicants need ATAS clearance.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time PhD, year 1 Source

Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July

Duration: PhD 3 years full time, 6 years part time; MPhil 2 years full time, 4 years part time

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