Aerospace Engineering

Program Overview

The Aerospace Engineering Laurea program at Politecnico di Milano is a 3-year undergraduate program taught in Italian. It provides a solid technical-scientific foundation for versatile professionals in aircraft and space systems design, operation, and maintenance. Graduates pursue careers in aerospace-related industries, including aircraft and space vehicle manufacturing, and air transport service companies. Further education options include Master of Science degrees in Aeronautical or Space Engineering.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Name: Aerospace Engineering
• Degree Level: Laurea (equivalent to BSc)
• Duration: 3 years
• Campus: Milano Bovisa
• Language: Italian
• Mission and Goals:
• Provides a solid technical-scientific foundation for students.
• Aims to make graduates versatile professionals with a focus on aircraft and space systems design, operation, and maintenance.
• Covers knowledge common to all industrial engineering, including flight mechanics, aerospace technologies, propulsion systems, and on-board systems.
• Develops the engineering mentality of industrial engineers using aerospace as a study and educational environment.

Careers:

• Typical Employment:
• Aircraft and aircraft engine construction industries
• Space vehicle and component manufacturing
• Aerospace-related industries
• Companies managing and maintaining aircraft fleets
• Air transport service companies

Other:

• Possible Further Education:
• Graduates may pursue a Laurea Magistrale (equivalent to Master of Science) in Aeronautical or Space Engineering.
• Other Master of Science programs or 1st level Specializing Masters are also possible, subject to evaluation.