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Course summary
Develop engineering, computational, and analytical skills, as well as the specific knowledge and experience required for careers in the aerospace industry. Before choosing to continue or transfer to another course, all students apply to this degree, MEng Aeronautical Engineering (H401). You'll gain a solid understanding of aerodynamics, lightweight structures, and structural mechanics, as well as flight mechanics. You will study mechatronics, flight mechanics, propulsion and turbomachinery during year two, as well as attend a flight-testing course at Cranfield University's National Flying Laboratory Centre. In years three and four, you can choose from an extensive range of optional modules on specialist topics, allowing you to focus on aeronautical engineering areas of interest and access cutting-edge research. A group project in year three gives you the chance to simulate the work of a design team to take a design concept through different stages. During year four, you will complete a variety of advanced modules and an individual research project to allow you to pursue your own research. Professional accreditation This degree is professionally accredited by the following organisations on behalf of the Engineering Council:
- Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
- Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Modules
We recommend reviewing our course page for the latest information regarding the curriculum (including core and optional modules) and course structure, as this information may be subject to periodic change.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Aeronautical Society, Royal
- Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H401
- Institution code:
- I50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
An ATAS certificate is required for all visa-nationals, with the exception of EEA/Swiss nationals and nationals of the following countries: Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea and the USA.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - A*A*A* - A*AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 40 points
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D2, D2, D3
T Level - Not accepted
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/aeronautical-engineering/
Additional entry requirements
Admission tests
Interview
e-Interview with a member of staff. On the day of your e-Interview, you'll have the chance to join us on a virtual tour of the Department and have the opportunity to converse informally with our students and staff in our topical/themed e-rooms. The purpose of the interview is to enable us to explore your technical ability, your interest in the subject and your motivation to study aeronautics.
Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT)
Admissions test All applicants for Aeronautical Engineering are required to take the Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT). You will need to complete the following papers: Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2 and Physics. You must register in advance and take the test at an authorised assessment centre. Please see the admissions test page for more information.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge English Advanced | C | For pre-2015 test, the College requires grade C overall. If your test result is 2016 onwards, the College requires 176 overall with 169 in all elements/bands |
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 6.0 is required in all bands. Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid. |
| PTE Academic | 62 | Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 56 is required in all bands. Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 20 is required in all bands. Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid. |
For further information on the College English entry requirements and a full list of accepted tests and grade requirements, please visit the College website URL detailed below.
College English Language Entry Requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £40940 | Year 1 |
| International | £40940 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For further information on fees, funding, loans and grants, see: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/undergraduate/
For further information on fee status eligibility see: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/fee-status/
Sponsorship information
We’re offering up to £5,000 each year through our Imperial Bursary scheme for eligible Home undergraduates. If your household income remains under £70,000 a year, you’ll automatically qualify for every year of your course. Find out more about the Imperial Bursary Scheme on our website.
Provider information
Imperial College London
South Kensington Campus
Kensington and Chelsea
SW7 2AZ