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Aerospace Engineering

University of the West of Scotland

Venues

Paisley Campus

Content

The MEng (Hons) / BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at UWS will provide you the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills needed for the design, build and technological advancement of aerospace vehicles and their systems.

You will be able to explore and learn about current and new emerging technologies which includes low and zero-carbon design for commercial aviation, drone technology, jet and space propulsion systems, and more.

By studying Aerospace Engineering you will be a critical role player in the field of aerospace and be able to apply your learnt knowledge and skills to design and deliver new products or services using new and/or existing technologies.

You will have the opportunity to visit major aerospace organisations such as Spirit AeroSystems, British Airways, and GE Aerospace to observe first-hand the workings of cutting-edge aerospace companies. A number of final year engineering projects may be offered in collaboration with these organisations.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at ABBB including Maths and Physics plus National 5 English.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

MEng

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

H421

Course Length

5 years

Faculty

School of Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences

Department

Engineering

SCQF Level

11

Website

www.uws.ac.uk

Career Area

Engineering

Career Sectors

Aeronautical Engineering

Chemical and Materials Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Engineering General

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (including Fabrication and Welding)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Offshore and Energy