BEng Aerospace Engineering at University of Manchester

Programme overview

With hands-on, highly transferable experience at the most targeted university, there’s no better place to launch your career (HiFliers, 2026). The first English university to offer an engineering degree, here you will benefit from our 200-year history at the forefront of engineering innovation. Stand out to employers at the number-one most sought-after university by Top Graduate Employers (High Fliers Graduate Market Report, 2026).

What you will study

The first year establishes a strategic overview of the main areas of aerospace engineering and introduces the underlying science and mathematics. Our students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of aerospace vehicles and systems as well as developing basic knowledge and skills applicable to all areas of engineering such as mechanics, structures, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and engineering design. Year 1 compulsory units include Fundamentals of Flight, Aerospace Design, Fluid Mechanics for Aerospace and Mechanical Engineers, PASS (Aerospace Engineering), Introduction to Aerospace Engineering, Introduction to Computer Aided Engineering.

Career pathways

As the number one university Most Targeted by Graduate Employers (High Fliers Graduate Market Report, 2026), it is our pleasure to equip you with the sought-after skills needed to journey into this sector- from design and development to testing and operation. Fully accredited by RAeS and IMechE, you can enjoy a new world of opportunities upon graduation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: A*AA including Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject. As practical skills are a crucial part of science education, you are required to pass the practical element of any Science A-Level taken. If you do not have the required grades or subjects, you may want to consider our integrated foundation year. International Baccalaureate: 37 points overall with 7, 6, 6 at Higher level in Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject. We accept Mathematics: analysis and approaches or Mathematics: applications and interpretation. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no subskill below 6.5. Interview: We do not hold interviews but applicants who receive an offer may be invited to a virtual webinar or an on-campus offer holder day which generally take place on Wednesday afternoons from February to April.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 37,500 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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

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