Aeronautical Engineering BEng(Hons)

• Overview

  This course provides you with a broad education in mechanical engineering and the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in aeronautical engineering. Graduates are well placed for a range of interesting careers in the aerospace sector. The industrial relevance of the course is enhanced by staff who are actively engaged with local industry and in conducting industrially relevant research.

  Throughout the course you also have the opportunity to take modern European languages including French, German and Spanish.

  Course duration

  Full-time: 3 years
  

  Part-time: up to 8 years
  

  Sandwich: 4 years
  

  UCAS code H410

• Course content

  Course structure

  In year 1, a major design project enables students to familiarise themselves with the course and their colleagues. Other modules provide a broad foundation in mechanical engineering.

  In year 2, subjects including management and aeronautical computer aided design and modelling are introduced. Design modules include hands-on workshop practice and transferable skills training. Industry-standard computer-aided engineering software is used throughout the course. After year 2 you can develop your experience by opting for an industrial placement year.

  The final year comprises specialist options and a major individual project which is often supported by industry. These courses benefit from the strong industrial links established by many of the staff. Students who achieve the required standard in the second year may choose to progress to year 3 of the MEng programme.

  This degree is also offered with an integrated foundation year (UCAS code: H415) offering access to this degree for applicants who do not meet standard entry requirements.

  Syllabus

  Year 1
  Design and Applications Project
  Aircraft and Automotive Systems
  Computer Aided Engineering and Design
  Materials and Manufacture
  Mathematics
  Engineering Concepts

  Year 2
  Thermofluids
  Materials
  Manufacturing Engineering
  Computer Aided Engineering
  Dynamics
  Aeronautical Instrumentation and Testing
  Mathematics and Control
  Engineering Design and Management

  Optional placement year or study abroad

  Final year
  Advanced Fluid Dynamics
  Aircraft Design
  Control Systems
  Engineering Simulation
  Product Innovation and Management
  Individual project

  2 options from:
  Radio and Navigation Systems
  Materials Engineering
  Aircraft Propulsion Systems

• Entry requirements

  Typical entry requirements
  individual offers may vary

  A-levels:
  ABB including maths and a physical science. Applicants with only two full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis. General Studies excluded.

  ND/C (Level 3):
  DDM.

  International Baccalaureate:
  34 points, specified subjects including maths and a physical science at Higher level.

  QAA-approved access course:
  not acceptable.

  GCSE (minimum grade C):
  at least five subjects including English language and mathematics and a physical science.

  Foundation degree/HND
  direct to year 2 for suitable applicants.

  For non-native speakers of English:
  IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.

  Other:
  Recognised foundation course containing mathematics and physical sciences.

• Location

  Location Moulsecoomb

• Career opportunities

  This degree is very popular in industry and consequently our graduates have a good employment record. Recent graduates have gone on to jobs including mechanical engineer at McAlpine Helicopters Ltd, logistics administrator for Lucas Aerospace and trainee graduate engineer at MSX International.

  Graduates are also well prepared to go on to further postgraduate study or research within the school or elsewhere.
  

  Visit the careers centre website.

• Fees and costs

  The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

  The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

  To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

  Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

  BEng(Hons) Aeronautical Engineering	[P1ED027]
  UK/EU (Full Time)	9,000 GBP
  Island Students (Full Time)	9,000 GBP
  International (Full Time)	12,500 GBP

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