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Aerospace Engineering at Aston University, Birmingham - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Aston University, Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Looking to launch a career where science, sustainability and sky-high ambition take flight? Course outline Studying BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at Aston University will prepare you to tackle some of the most complex, high-stakes engineering challenges of our time, from net-zero aviation and electric propulsion to drone technologies and spacecraft design. You’ll build a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical engineering, aerodynamics, thermodynamics and structures, before specialising in advanced aerospace systems. Our hands-on, project-based approach means you won’t just learn about engineering, you’ll actively practise it. You’ll be taught by active researchers and industry-experienced academics, and benefit from cutting-edge facilities and Aston’s strong connections with aerospace employers. Your integrated placement year is more than experience. It is your launchpad. You’ll gain valuable insight into the sector, develop in-demand technical and professional skills, and graduate with the confidence and capabilities to lead change in a fast-moving global industry. Key benefits

  • Excellent prospects – Ranked 1st in the UK for ‘graduate prospects - outcomes’ (General Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
  • Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
  • Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
  • Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (Guardian, 2025)
  • Experiential learning - Design, build and race at Silverstone a single-seat racing car in IMechE’s national competition, Formula Student.
Where can this degree take me? The transferable skills that our aerospace engineering programmes provide mean that graduates may find opportunities in a wide range of roles, such as:
  • Aerospace engineer
  • Avionics engineer
  • Flight systems engineer
  • Aircraft design engineer
  • Propulsion engineer
  • Maintenance and safety engineer
  • UAV (drone) systems designer
  • Aerodynamics specialist
  • Systems integration engineer
  • Spacecraft engineer
  • Research and development engineer

Modules

For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/aerospace-engineering-beng

Assessment method

For more information on how this course is assessed, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/aerospace-engineering-beng

How to apply

14Jan

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:
H400
Institution code:
A80
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9790 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9790 Year 1
Scotland £9790 Year 1
Wales £9790 Year 1
International £22575 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

*On 20 October 2025, the Government announced that tuition fees in England for Home students will be increased annually in line with inflation, starting in 2026. The Government have since confirmed that it intends to determine the inflation-linked increase using the Retail Price Index, although this is subject to parliamentary approval. According to the Department for Education’s Policy Paper published on 26 November, the annual tuition fee for the Programme commencing in the academic year 2026/7 is expected to be £9,790, subject to parliamentary approval. If you are holding an offer at Aston, when the annual tuition fee for your Programme for the 2026/27 academic year has been confirmed, we will write to update you. We will also provide as much information as we can about the inflation-linked increase in tuition fees for future academic years. The duration of your programme is set out at the top of this webpage and you will be responsible for the payment of an annual tuition fee in each of these years. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions (https://www.aston.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2025-11/aston_university_undergraduate_terms_of_enrolment_20262027.pdf) and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. This means that your total tuition fee may be higher than stated above. An increase in fees will allow the University to cover the increased costs of delivering the course and ensure it is able to maintain high standards of education and facilities. **For international fee payers, the University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions (https://www.aston.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2025-11/aston_university_undergraduate_terms_of_enrolment_20262027.pdf) and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
Aerospace Engineering at Aston University, Birmingham - UCAS