MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies
About this course
MEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering, combining aircraft engineering with pilot-informed understanding of flight operations. Core topics include Control Systems, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Laboratory Techniques. The four-year programme includes a final-year integrated master's focused on advanced engineering practice including CFD, FEA, and flight testing. The degree is accredited by The Royal Aeronautical Society under Engineering Council licence.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: English language and Mathematics at grade C/grade 4 or above UCAS tariff: 128 UCAS points If you are applying for September 2027, the entry requirements will be 120 UCAS points. A level: 128 points including two full A-levels required as a minimum, to include Grade B in Maths and an E in a Numerate Science (Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Design Technology, Computer Science, Statistics). If you are applying for September 2027, the entry requirements will be 120 UCAS points. BTEC: Grade DDM required from Engineering or Applied Science. Not accepted: Electrical Engineering, Aviation Operations T level: Grade D in one of the following subjects: Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing Maintenance Installation and Repair for Engineering Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control If you are applying for September 2027, the entry requirements will be grade M. Foundation Degree: Degree in a relevant subject (Aeronautical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering), passed with an overall mark of 60 or above. Access to HE: 128 UCAS Tariff points from a QAA approved Engineering or Science subject. Other subjects considered on a case-by-case basis. If you are applying for September 2027, the entry requirements will be 120 UCAS points.
What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 71%
- Learning opportunities: 70%
- Assessment and feedback: 67%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 46%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 58%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 85 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 88%
- Left higher education: 12%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 35%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 48%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 8%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 10%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 88%
- Access course: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
- Other qualifications: 3%
- No formal 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.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Aviation & Air Vehicle Design
- Engineering Dynamics & Electrical Systems
- Fundamentals of Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Structures & Engineering Materials
- Thermofluids fundamentals
- Principles of Air Navigation & Meteorology for Aviation
- Aerodynamics Fundamentals
- Aircraft Systems Design
- Aircraft Structures Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics
- Aircraft Stability & Automatic Control
- Navigation Systems & Route Planning
- Individual Project
- Compressible Aerodynamics & Aircraft Propulsion
- Aviation Safety, Human Factors & CRM
- Avionics
- Flight Dynamics & Control
- Advanced FEA
- Advanced CFD
- Flight Handling Qualities & Flight Testing
- Airline & Airport Operations
- Engineering & Society
- Aircraft Noise & Vibration
- Aerospace Systems Design
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £40,500. The £33,500 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Aeronautical and aerospace engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford?
71% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford?
The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford 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.
Does MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies at University of Salford?
88% of students continued into their second year, and 12% left higher education.