Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies, MEng (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Four-year integrated MEng (Hons) in aerospace engineering with pilot studies at the Preston campus, delivered by the School of Engineering and Computing. It adds Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) theoretical studies in Year 4 for students who aspire to become commercial pilots.

Faculty: School of Engineering and Computing | Duration: 4 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Study mode: integrated | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Aerospace engineering with pilot studies, including Pilot Operations PPL, then Pilot Operations ATPL, Group Project, Engineer in Society, Aerospace Vehicle Simulation, Aircraft Flight Physics and Aerospace Structures and Materials in the master's year.

Career pathways

Careers in the aerospace, space, defence, automotive, biotechnology, computing, electronics, energy and manufacturing sectors; the ATPL theory studies prepare students to sit CAA ATPL examinations after graduating.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: 112-120 points at A2 including Maths and Physics or STEM at grade C. Acceptable STEM Subjects to replace Physics: Applied Science, Engineering, Electronics, Biology, Chemistry or Computer Science; BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM in Engineering including Maths units. Please see UCAS for specific unit requirements; Pass Access Course: 112-120 points including 15 level 3 credits in Maths and Physics or STEM at Merit; International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 112-120 points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level 6 in Maths and Physics or STEM; T Level: M including Maths and Physics. Please see UCAS for a list of the T Levels we can accept; IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent; Note: An ATAS may be required for overseas students – students are advised to ‘Check if you need an ATAS certificate (https://www.academic-technology-approval.service.gov.uk/)’ using CAH code CAH10-01-04. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component lower than 5.5 (or equivalent); WASSCE English grade C6 accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 18,750 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 4 years

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