Aerospace Engineering

Five-year degree in Aerospace Engineering in Edinburgh at one of the UK's leading universities for engineering. Heriot-Watt University's Aerospace Engineering programme was ranked top 10 in the UK and 1st in Scotland by the Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. Aerospace Engineers design, develop and build aircraft, spacecraft, and satellites.

Advancements in commercial space exploration, drone technology, low carbon technologies and aerospace commerce make it one of the fastest growing specialisms in engineering. MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering combines the core disciplines of mechanical engineering with specific application to aerospace engineering, with a strong focus on the current and emerging needs of the aeronautical industry. The undergraduate degree will provide you with the core skills and specialist knowledge you need to launch a thriving career as an aerospace engineering.

You’ll take courses from across our engineering disciplines to ensure you gain a foundation of essential knowledge.