PgDip Aerospace Engineering at University of Salford

Programme overview

Postgraduate aerospace engineering course at Peel Park campus covering aerodynamics, structures, systems engineering, noise and vibration and aerospace operations. Practical learning includes wind-tunnel testing, a real aircraft flight test field trip and UAV design. The degree is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society under licence from the Engineering Council.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Environment | Intake: January 2027, September 2027 | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Trimester one: Advanced CFD, Advanced FEA, plus two electives from Advanced Aerodynamics, Advanced Aerospace Structures, Flight Handling Qualities and Flight Testing, and Airline and Airport Operations. Trimester two includes Engineering and Society. PgDip is 120 credits (full-time or part-time, September or January start).

Career pathways

Aerospace, aerodynamics, systems, flight performance, CFD/simulation and UAV systems engineer roles in aerospace, defence, advanced manufacturing, transport, energy and consultancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree or above in aerospace/aeronautical engineering, mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline (mechatronics, control engineering, automation, robotics), or a physical science such as physics or mathematics. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5. Accreditation of Prior Learning (including HNC/HND with industry experience) considered.

Intake: January 2027; September 2027

Duration: Full-time: One year; Part-time: 32 months

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