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University degree

Aerospace Engineering

The University of Leicester
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

We’ve come a long way since the Wright Brothers. But in an area as innovative as aerospace engineering, the sky truly is the limit. From flight dynamics to aero-engine design, you’ll learn what it takes to make your mark in this exciting field.

The browser you are using is no longer supported and for that reason you will not get the best experience when using our website. We’ve come a long way since the Wright Brothers. But in an area as innovative as aerospace engineering, the sky truly is the limit.

From flight dynamics to aero-engine design, you’ll learn what it takes to make your mark in this exciting field. Ranked 17th in the UK for Aerospace Engineering (Complete University Guide 2027) Whether you study for the BEng or the MEng , your Aerospace Engineering degree starts by providing a broad engineering foundation, which includes mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering subjects. You will then develop further specific knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering with a focus on aerospace engineering.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts1%
96-111 pts26%
112-127 pts30%
128-143 pts14%
144-159 pts17%
160-175 pts6%
176-191 pts1%
192-207 pts1%
How they qualified
89% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel89%
otherHE10%
other1%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
96%
Continue past first year
88%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£30,000
3 years on
£38,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
88%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching80%
Assessment & feedback82%
Academic support67%
Well organised79%
Learning resources79%
Student community87%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Leicester's own site.
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