BEng (Hons) Astronautics and Space Engineering at University of Surrey

Programme overview

Our BEng and MEng Astronautics and Space Engineering degrees will prepare you for a dynamic career in the ever-evolving field of space. You'll study the principles and technologies essential for space exploration and satellite systems.

Department: School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September 2027 (UCAS HH67) | Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On our astronautics and space engineering course, you’ll apply your knowledge through projects on which you'll work closely with academics from . This means you'll gain practical, hands-on experience of the technologies which are so crucial for successful space missions. You can apply to study for either a BEng or MEng astronautics and space engineering degree. Year 1 core modules include Electronic Circuits, Computer and Digital Logic, Engineering Mathematics, Laboratories, Design & Professional Studies I, Mathematics Ii: Engineering Mathematics, Electrical Science I, Programming in C, Laboratories, Design & Professional Studies II.

Career pathways

It also offers an intellectually demanding and exciting opportunity to make new discoveries through research. Graduates of our astronautics and space engineering courses are not only in demand in research and development, but also in technical sales, management, government and public services.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level ABB. Required subjects: mathematics and another STEM subject. BTEC DDD. Required subjects: A-level Mathematics grade B and BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering. IB Diploma 33. Required subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL5/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL5 and HL5/SL6 in another STEM subject. IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK standard-year tuition fee; placement year fee approximately 20% of UK full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28). Overseas standard-year tuition fee; placement year fees apply separately Source

Intake: September 2027 (UCAS HH67)

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate

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