| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-19 | - |
| 2024-01-09 | 2023-11-04 |
Program Overview
This four-year BEng or five-year BEng with placement year program in Aeronautical Engineering equips students with the theoretical, experimental, and computational skills for careers in the aeronautical and aerospace industry. Through block teaching, students delve into modules covering aerodynamics, aircraft design, flight dynamics, propulsion, and more. The program is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology and prepares graduates for careers in aeronautics, aerospace, and related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program Objectives:
- To equip students with the theoretical, experimental, and computational skills needed for careers in the aeronautical and aerospace industry.
- Aerodynamics (experimental and theoretical)
- Aircraft design
- Flight dynamics and control
- Aircraft propulsion
- Flight simulation technologies
- Aircraft structures
- Computational aerodynamics
Program Description:
- Duration: Four years full-time (BEng), five years full-time with placement year (BEng), four years full-time (MEng).
- Study Mode: Block teaching, where students focus on one module at a time.
- Modules:
- General Engineering Tools and Principles
- Fundamentals of Aeronautical Design
- Dynamics, Instrumentation, and Control
- Aircraft Structures and Flight Dynamics
- Propulsion Systems
- Human Factors and Aviation Management
- Modelling and Simulation for Aeronautical Projects
- Analysis, Programming and Simulation for Aeronautical Projects
- Materials and Design for Aeronautical Projects
- Engineering Business Environment and Research Methods
- Advanced Materials, Structures, and Design
- Manned and Unmanned Aircraft Design and Maintenance
- Group Project
Outline
Program Content:
- The program covers a wide range of topics in aeronautical engineering, including:
- Aerodynamics
- Aircraft design
- Flight dynamics and control
- Aircraft propulsion
- Flight simulation technologies
- Aircraft structures
- Computational aerodynamics
- Human factors
- Aviation management
- Engineering business environment
- Advanced materials
- Unmanned aircraft design
Course Schedule:
- The course is delivered using a block teaching approach, where students focus on one module at a time for seven weeks.
Assessment
Assessment Methods:
- Exams (unseen and open-book)
- Phase tests
- Group presentations
- Case study analysis
- Individual lab exercises
- Report portfolios
- Report writing
- Essay writing
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- A combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and laboratory classes.
- Student-centered learning through research, presentations, writing assignments, and practical exercises.
Faculty:
- Experienced and knowledgeable staff with professional experience.
Accreditation:
- Accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology, which helps students towards Chartered Engineer status.
Careers
Potential Career Paths:
- The program prepares students for careers in the following industries:
- Aeronautics
- Aerospace
- Civil aviation
- Defense sector
- Aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services (MRO)
Career Opportunities:
- Graduates have pursued careers as:
- Aeronautical engineers
- Aerospace engineers
- Aviation managers
- Aircraft maintenance engineers
Other
Facilities:
- Dedicated Aeronautical Engineering laboratories
- Subsonic wind tunnel
- AIRFOX DISO flight simulator
DMU Global:
- Opportunities for overseas study or work experience
Employability Support:
- Work placements
- Careers service
UK EU/International Institution code: D26 UCAS course code: BEng: H410 MEng: H403 Duration: Four years full-time, five years with placement Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250 Institution code: D26 UCAS course code: BEng: H410MEng: H403 Duration: Four years full-time, five years with placement Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for international students: £16,250 Find out more about available funding for international students.
