Aerospace Systems
About this course
BEng/MEng in Aerospace Systems, an aerospace engineering degree focused on the onboard systems of aircraft and spacecraft. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Microelectronics, and Entrepreneurship. Students participate in practical laboratories and undertake a flight-testing course in a Saab 340B aircraft in the fifth year of the MEng. The first year introduces fundamental principles through modules such as Aerospace Engineering 1, Analogue Electronics 1, Engineering Skills 1, and Materials 1. The second year develops core competencies through Aerospace Design Project 2, Embedded Processors 2, Engineering Electromagnetics 2, and Aerodynamics & Aircraft Performance 2. The third year builds advanced knowledge via Advanced Programming and Software Engineering 3, Aerospace Team Design Project 3, Communication Systems 3, and Control 3. The fourth year incorporates Aerospace Systems Design Project 4, Control 4, Individual Project 4, and Business Planning and Management for Engineers. The fifth year concludes with Advanced Control 5, Aircraft Development 5, and Individual Project 5.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB or AAA (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Physics. (Design & Technology may be accepted in place of Physics, 3D or Product Design options only).) IB: 34 (6,5,5) or 38 (6,6,6) (Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics. (SL6 can be accepted for either Mathematics or Physics).) Scottish Higher: BEng : AABB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science at AA. (AB or BA may be considered). MEng : AAAB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science at AA. Scottish Higher (widening access): BEng: MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) BEng: MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools. Direct entry to Year 2 via UofG HNC programmes*
What students say
Based on about 65 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 68%
- Academic support: 79%
- Organisation and management: 62%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 30 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 55%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 5%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 4%
- London: 2%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 11%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 61%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 205 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 86%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Access course: 10%
- Other qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Modules
- Aerospace Engineering 1
- Analogue Electronics 1
- Engineering Skills 1
- Materials 1
- Dynamics 1
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Microelectronic Systems 1
- Statics 1
- Thermodynamics 1
- Aerospace Design Project 2
- Embedded Processors 2
- Engineering Electromagnetics 2
- Aerodynamics & Aircraft Performance 2
- Mathematics AE2X
- Thermodynamics 2
- Engineering Skills 2
- Introductory Programming 2
- Dynamics 2
- Fluid Mechanics 2
- Engineering Mathematics 2
- Advanced Programming and Software Engineering 3
- Aerospace Team Design Project 3
- Communication Systems 3
- Control 3
- Electromagnetic Compatiblity 3
- Instrumentation and Data Systems 3
- Simulation of Engineering Systems 3
- Dynamics 3
- Propulsion & Turbomachinery 3
- Real Time Computer Systems 3
- Aircraft Performance and Design Analysis 3
- Flight Mechanics 3
- Aerospace Systems Design Project 4
- Control 4
- Individual Project 4
- Flight Dynamics 4
- Business Planning and Management for Engineers
- Advanced Control 5
- Aircraft Development 5
- Individual Project 5
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £33,000 after 15 months, £32,000 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £45,000. The £38,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Aeronautical and aerospace engineering.
What do graduates of Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow?
80% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 208 UCAS points.
Is Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Does Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Aerospace Systems at University of Glasgow?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.