MEng Aerospace Engineering
About this course
MEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering, beginning with a foundation year before progression to the main degree. Core topics include Systems Design and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The course includes an additional foundation year covering engineering mathematics, design, and analysis. It is designed to meet Engineering Council AHEP4 requirements for professional registration.
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Entry requirements
64 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP BTEC Diploma: MM Pass Access Course: 64 points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level subjects. T Level: P (D or E) IELTS: grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at Grade C /4 including Maths and English or equivalent Note: An ATAS may be required for overseas students – students are advised to ‘Check if you need an ATAS certificate (https://www.academic-technology-approval.service.gov.uk/)’ using CAH code CAH10-01-04
What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 72%
- Learning opportunities: 61%
- Assessment and feedback: 56%
- Academic support: 70%
- Organisation and management: 53%
- Learning resources: 58%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 55%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Customer service occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 68%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 5%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Study Skills and Information Technology
- Fundamental Tools for Engineers
- Design Studies for Engineers
- Analytical Studies for Engineers
- Fundamentals of Engineering Practice
- Foundation Mathematics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £35,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £43,000. The £35,500 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Aeronautical and aerospace engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of Lancashire 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 Aerospace Engineering at University of Lancashire?
72% 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 Lancashire?
The average entrant had 115 UCAS points.
Does MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of Lancashire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MEng Aerospace Engineering at University of Lancashire?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.