Aerospace Systems Engineering

Understand the relevance of mathematics in engineering and develop the mathematical and data skills needed to solve engineering problems.

Learn how to define problems, identify requirements and apply engineering principles within design, manufacturing, materials and practice.

Gain a grounding in the use of computing to simulate and solve engineering problems, including the use of programming code and computer-aided design.

Solve mechanical problems in static and dynamic systems, looking at key concepts such as stress, bending, torsion and vibration.

Analyse alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) circuits, including different combinations of resistor/inductor/capacitor (RLC), voltage and current sources.

Understand the basic thermodynamic and fluid mechanic properties of both liquids and gases, applying thermodynamic principles to key engineering processes.

Get to grips with widely used control strategies for single-input and single-output (SISO) control and instrumentation systems, looking at various sensors and transducers.

Combine advanced principles of thermodynamics and apply them to aerospace engineering applications, exploring different methods of analysis for working fluids.

Use standard testing methods to identify causes of failure, and explore how the structure, properties and processing of engineering materials influence their use in aerospace.

Bring your inner Einstein to the fore as you solve engineering challenges using advanced mathematical models such as differential equations, eigenvalues and z-transform.

Learn what it takes to get a rocket to space and keep spacecraft there safely as you explore orbital mechanics, rocket science, robotics and satellite communication.

Working in groups, develop a conceptual aircraft design and produce an RC aircraft. Explore rocket design by producing a model rocket.

Use industry-leading tools such as Ansys Fluent software and wind tunnels to solve problems within finite element analysis and computation fluid dynamics.

Spend plenty of time in the flight simulator as you assess the flying and handling qualities of an aircraft and produce a detailed report.

Identify, research and present your findings on an aerospace engineering topic that fascinates you, bringing all your skills and knowledge together.

Explore a range of solid and liquid propulsion systems including scramjet and ramjet engines, and design and analyse your own system.

Understand the design principles of aerospace structures and components such as wings, fuselages, control surfaces, stabilisers and satellite frames.

Prepare to thrive in the engineering workplace as you develop key qualities around management, quality assurance, commercial and environmental knowledge.

You have the option to undertake a sandwich placement after your second year at a key aerospace, aeronautical or mechanical engineering organisation such as Airbus.