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MEng Aerospace Engineering

University of South Wales

About this course

MEng in Aerospace Engineering. Core topics include environmental analysis. The programme includes supervised work experience, a professional engineering management module, and both individual and integrative MEng group projects. The qualification also provides a basis for careers in mechanical engineering.

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Institution
University of South Wales
Level
undergraduate
Subject
MEng Aerospace Engineering
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
H502
Typical offer
A-level BBB, UCAS 120
Median salary
£35,000 after 5 years

Entry requirements

UCAS Points: 120 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: BBB - to include Mathematics and one other Science subject. Welsh BACC: Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales Grade B and BB at A Level to include Mathematics and one other Science subject. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Distinction Merit in a relevant Maths, Science or Engineering subject which must include Maths modules. Access to HE: Pass an Access to HE Diploma in Maths/Science and obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points T Level - M Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances.

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What students say

Based on about 26 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 90%
  • Learning opportunities: 89%
  • Assessment and feedback: 87%
  • Academic support: 97%
  • Organisation and management: 92%
  • Learning resources: 85%
  • Student voice: 85%

What graduates do next

Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 75%
  • Working and studying: 15%

Most common jobs

  • Engineering professionals: 35%
  • Skilled trades occupations: 25%
  • Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
  • Sales occupations: 10%
  • Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 10%
  • Find their work meaningful: 85%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 60%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North West: 4%
  • East Midlands: 3%
  • West Midlands: 7%
  • East of England: 6%
  • London: 12%
  • South East: 4%
  • South West: 19%
  • Wales: 43%
  • Scotland: 3%
  • Northern Ireland: 1%

Who gets in

Based on about 140 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • A levels: 57%
  • Baccalaureate: 1%
  • A degree: 6%
  • Other HE qualification: 25%
  • Other qualifications: 5%
  • No formal qualifications: 6%

Modules

  • Mathematics for Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineers
  • Design and Manufacture
  • Engineering Computing Applications
  • Engineering Mechanics 1
  • Electrical Science
  • Thermofluids 1
  • Control and Instrumentation
  • Thermofluids 2
  • Engineering Materials
  • Further Engineering Mathematics
  • Rocket and Space Technology
  • Aerospace Design
  • Integrative MEng Group Project
  • Engineering Computational Analysis
  • Aircraft Flight Dynamics
  • Aerospace Propulsion
  • Aerospace Structures & Materials
  • Supervised Work Experience
  • Individual MEng Group Project
  • Aeroelasticity
  • Space Environmental Management
  • Professional Engineering Management
  • Aerospace Systems
  • Aerothermodynamics

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of South Wales earn?

The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £35,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £40,000. The £35,000 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Aeronautical and aerospace engineering.

What do graduates of MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of South Wales do next?

90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of South Wales?

90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of South Wales?

The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.