Aeronautical Engineering
MSc Aeronautical Engineering
Aeronautical engineering is a fast paced and popular area of engineering. With the global trend towards high-speed travel and the recent radical design of doubledecker commercial aircraft, there’s never been a more exciting or interesting time to study this subject. Glyndŵr University has close links with the aerospace industry including Airbus UK, which has helped tailor the course to meet industry requirements.
Special features
- This course allows you to apply to become a student member of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers and the Royal Aeronautical Society.
- The programme will stimulate your interests in aeronautical engineering and enable you to develop new concepts.
- The degree is focused on research and development in areas such as computational fluid dynamics, finite element analysis, design, applied aerodynamics, blended wing, structure design, aerodynamic noise reduction and advanced materials development.
Career opportunities
The course will give you the chance to advance your career to management levels. You also might consider consultancy, research and development, testing and design positions within the aeronautical industry, such as at Airbus.
Course content
- Research Design and Methods
- Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Aerospace Structures and Numerical Analysis
- Applied Aerodynamics
- Advanced Aeronautical Materials
- Dissertation
Options
- Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
- Flight Dynamics and Control
Assessment
You will be assessed throughout your course by a variety of methods including portfolios, presentations and, for certain subjects, examinations.
Entry requirements
An honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate engineering discipline or relevant professional experience.
Course length
Full time: 1 year
Part time: 2-3 years
