BEng Aeronautical Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Aeronautical Engineering, an undergraduate engineering degree focused on aircraft systems, mechanics, and design. Core topics include Microelectronics, Control Systems, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Project Management, Engineering Design, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students may optionally undertake a professional placement year. The first year introduces fundamental concepts through modules such as Engineering Materials and Design, Engineering Principles, Applied Mathematics & Computing, and Thermofluids. The second year advances these principles with Advanced Mathematics and Modelling, Applied Electronics, Dynamics and Control, and Applied Mechanics alongside Applied Aeronautical Engineering. The final year focuses on complex applications via modules including Systems Integration, Advanced Aeronautical Engineering, and Sustainable and Green Aviation Technologies, culminating in a Capstone Project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: Level 3 / A Level passes in Maths and (Biology OR Chemistry OR Electronics OR Physics) BTEC in relevant subject including Maths and Further Maths Units with minimum grades M. Relevant subjects are: BTEC Aerospace and Aviation Engineering; BTEC Aeronautical Engineering; BTEC Computer Engineering; BTEC Engineering; BTEC Mechanical Engineering; BTEC Electrical Engineering; BTEC Manufacturing Engineering Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) in a relevant engineering subject (Access to HE Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Construction and Civil Engineering) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3 to include at least 30 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction and level 3 Maths (Calculus, Differentiation and Integration) – all with Grade Merit. T Levels - we do not accept for this course, except for the Foundation Year International Baccalaureate – 27 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level. Must include Maths and Physics at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualificati
What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Skilled trades occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 100 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 72%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- 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
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
- Maths for Engineering and Science
- Media and Communication Skills
- Engineering and Construction in Practice
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 1
- Engineering Materials and Design
- Engineering Principles
- Applied Mathematics & Computing
- Thermofluids
- Engineering Mechanics
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2
- Advanced Mathematics and Modelling
- Applied Electronics
- Dynamics and Control
- Applied Mechanics
- Applied Aeronautical Engineering*
- Capstone Project
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 3
- Systems Integration
- Advanced Aeronautical Engineering*
- Sustainable and Green Aviation Technologies
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Aeronautical Engineering at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £44,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Aeronautical Engineering at University of East London do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Aeronautical Engineering at University of East London?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Aeronautical Engineering at University of East London?
The typical offer is 27 points in the IB. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Does BEng Aeronautical Engineering at University of East London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BEng Aeronautical Engineering at University of East London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.