MSc Aerospace Engineering at University of Manchester

Master your skills and launch your career at the most sought-after university by top employers (High Fliers, 2026). Number-one most targeted university by top UK employers (High Fliers, 2026). The first English university to offer an engineering degree, and we continue to lead the way from computational fluid dynamics to how engineering impacts public policy.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering  |  Duration: 12 months [Full-Time]  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

If you are an international student applying for ATAS clearance, please use the ATAS application guidance and course unit lists sent directly to you. If you have not yet received this, please email us to request it before making your ATAS application. Compulsory units include Aerospace Group Design Project, Dissertation (Aerospace Engineering), Experimental Methods (MSc Aerospace Engineering), Engineering and Society.

Career pathways

With a strong focus on employability and excellent industry connections, this MSc is designed to provide you with the opportunities and options needed to enter a career in an area you are truly passionate about. Upon completion of this course, you will be in a strong position to seek employment with companies such as Airbus, Rolls Royce, GE Aviation, Bombardier Transportation, BAE Systems, MBDA, SAFRAN, GKN Aerospace, Spirit, Finmeccanica, EDF,...

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