ENGINEERING (AERONAUTICAL) BENG (HONS) TOP-UP DEGREE

Transform your foundation in engineering into a full honours degree with a top-up programme that develops advanced technical expertise, critical problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of aeronautical systems, preparing you to excel in the fast-evolving aerospace industry.

The Engineering Aeronautical BEng Top-Up Degree is designed for those with a Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification who wish to progress to a full degree in aeronautical engineering. The curriculum provides a strong grounding in core mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles, all applied specifically to the field of aeronautics. You will master the technical skills needed to design, develop, operate, and maintain complex aircraft and aerospace systems, using industry-standard tools and software.

Key features include a focus on sustainability, ensuring you understand the environmental and societal impact of engineering decisions, and the development of crucial transferable skills such as time management, teamwork, communication, and IT proficiency. The programme also emphasises research and project management, equipping you to analyse data, draw sound conclusions, and present your findings effectively. Modules such as Major Project, Quality Management and Leadership, UAV Group Design Project, Control and Systems, Aircraft Performance and Systems, and Avionic Systems Engineering provide a comprehensive and practical learning experience.

Studying with us means joining a supportive academic community dedicated to your professional growth. Graduates are well prepared for a wide range of roles in the aerospace sector, making this degree an excellent choice for those seeking to advance their career in aeronautical engineering.

This programme is ideal for those with a relevant foundation in engineering, such as a Higher National Diploma, who want to progress to a full honours degree in Aeronautical Engineering.

• Foundational Knowledge: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts of mathematics, science, and engineering as they apply to aeronautics.
• Problem-Solving and Design: Develop critical problem-solving skills to tackle complex aeronautical engineering challenges and design innovative solutions.
• Technical Expertise: Master the technical skills required to understand, design, develop, operate, and maintain various aeronautical systems.
• Practical Skills: Receive hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and software packages used by professional aeronautical engineers.
• Transferable Skills Development: Hone crucial transferable skills like time management, planning, critical thinking, teamwork, communication (written and oral), and IT proficiency - all essential for a successful engineering career.
• Sustainability Focus: Learn about current practices for managing engineering projects with a sustainable approach and understand the broader environmental and societal impact of engineering.
• Research and Project Management: Develop your research capabilities to analyse and evaluate data, identify limitations, draw sound conclusions, and effectively present your findings. Additionally, gain project management skills to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams, demonstrating strong decision-making abilities.

The structure of our programmes follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes:

Programme Specification for Engineering (Aeronautical) BEng (Hons) Top-up Degree

Please note that while we make reasonable adjustments to remove any barriers to education, additional fees may be payable where this is not possible. For example, to provide additional support due to a disability. Please contact us if you believe you have any additional needs so that we can discuss your options before enrolling on a course.