If you are interested in becoming either a private or professional pilot, this is the programme for you.
Introduction
The MEng is designed to offer students a greater depth and breadth of specialist knowledge in the core aerospace subjects with a range of advanced modules.
In addition to studying the core aerospace engineering topics outlined, you will also take the pilot studies modules and develop knowledge, skills and experience of flying. As well as the flight training, pilot studies students also have access to and use of the students’ pilots lab and can join the Flight Simulation Group (FSG). Study Aerospace Engineering and by the end of your time at Liverpool, you will be able to show that you can now design, build, test and fly an aircraft.
As an aerospace engineering student, you will experience a wide variety of topics and modes of study, whether it be conducting research, analysing reports or designing and building an aircraft. You will have have the opportunity to study a wide range of topics during your time at Liverpool such as aerodynamics, aerostructures, flight dynamics and control, propulsion systems, avionics, aerospace materials and aircraft design.
Aerospace Engineers design, analyse, build, test and maintain vehicles, their sub-assemblies and components as well as their associated systems that fly. Flight is not limited to simply within the Earth’s atmosphere, and can also be outside of it.
Conducting independent research as part of an individual project will provide you with the knowledge to develop innovative concepts in your preferred technical area of interest. All of our Aerospace Engineering degree programmes are accredited, or pending accreditation, by our professional bodies, the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institute of Mechanical Engineers and are a recognised qualification on the route to Chartered Engineer status.
This programme also has a year abroad option, an incredible opportunity to spend an academic year at one of our partner universities. On the 4-year integrated masters programme, you can go abroad either between Year 2 and 3 (apply in Year 2) OR Year 3 and 4 (apply in Year 3).
What you'll learn
Aircraft design and manufacturing
Flight testing
Systems engineering
How to conduct independent research
Aerodynamics
Flight dynamics and control
How to deal with complex problems that may require compromise to meet competing requirements
Access to and use of pilots lab
Accreditation
All of our BEng/MEng degree programmes are accredited, or preparing for accreditation, by at least one professional engineering institution, providing you with a solid foundation for your career. An MEng degree in aerospace, civil and mechanical engineering from Liverpool, satisfies all of the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). We have excellent links with the professional engineering institutions and benefit from their support.
If you've received your results, you can apply now. You’ll usually need to have achieved BBC or above at A level or meet our requirements for other accepted qualifications. Higher entry criteria may apply for a small number of courses.
If you live in a postcode area where you’re less likely to go to university, or if you’ve spent any time in social care, we’ll take this into account when considering your application. We may be able to make you a reduced offer for the course you want to study.
International entry requirements
International Baccalaureate
26 points overall including 5 in HL Maths and 5 in HL Physics, plus 5 in SL English or 4 in HL English. IB Maths ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ pathways both acceptable at Higher Level.
As a graduate of aerospace engineering, you will be equipped with the skills to work in the development and maintenance of aircraft, satellites, and space vehicles.
Typical types of work our graduates have gone on include:
Airline operators
Armed forces,
Government research agencies like the Ministry of Defence (MoD)
Recent employers of our graduates are from the following industries and companies:
Engineering and Infrastructure: ABB Ltd, Bentley, Metronet Rail, Rolls Royce;
Utilities: United Utilities;
Defence and Military: BAE Systems, British Army, RAF (Royal Air Force), Royal Navy;
Aviation: British Airways;
Government organisations: National Nuclear Laboratory (Government-owned).
4 in 5 of our engineering students find their main activity after graduation meaningful.
Graduate Outcomes survey, 2018-19.
Fees and funding
Your tuition fees, funding your studies, and other costs to consider.
Tuition fees
UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland)
Full-time place, per year
£9,250
Year in industry fee
£1,850
Year abroad fee
£1,385
International fees
Full-time place, per year
£27,200
Year in industry fee
£1,850
Year abroad fee
£13,600
Fees are correct for the academic year 2024/25. Please note that the Year Abroad fee also applies to the Year in China.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support. Learn more about paying for your studies.
Additional costs
We understand that budgeting for your time at university is important, and we want to make sure you understand any course-related costs that are not covered by your tuition fee. This includes the cost of flight training, an aircraft checklist, and a study pack. All safety equipment, other than boots, is provided free of charge by the department.
We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries to provide tuition fee discounts and help with living expenses while at university.
Check out our Liverpool Bursary, worth up to £2,000 per year for eligible UK students. Or for international students, our Undergraduate Global Advancement Scholarship offers a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000 for eligible international students starting an undergraduate degree from September 2024.
As a graduate of aerospace engineering, you will be equipped with the skills to work in the development and maintenance of aircraft, satellites, and space vehicles.
Typical types of work our graduates have gone on include:
Airline operators
Armed forces,
Government research agencies like the Ministry of Defence (MoD)
Recent employers of our graduates are from the following industries and companies:
Engineering and Infrastructure: ABB Ltd, Bentley, Metronet Rail, Rolls Royce;
Utilities: United Utilities;
Defence and Military: BAE Systems, British Army, RAF (Royal Air Force), Royal Navy;
Aviation: British Airways;
Government organisations: National Nuclear Laboratory (Government-owned).
4 in 5 of our engineering students find their main activity after graduation meaningful.
Graduate Outcomes survey, 2018-19.
Contact us
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