Aerospace Engineering Carleton University

Overview

The Aerospace Engineering programme at Carleton University provides students with a rigorous foundation in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced flight and space technologies. As the first institution in Canada to offer this specific degree, the university maintains a prestigious reputation for producing highly skilled engineers who lead innovations in aircraft and satellite systems.

Why Aerospace Engineering at Carleton University?

Carleton University holds a distinguished position as a leader in engineering education, with its faculty ranked among the top ten in Canada. Students benefit from access to world-class facilities, including dedicated labs for aerodynamics, wind tunnel testing, propulsion, and space systems dynamics. The institution is also home to renowned competition-style clubs like CU InSpace and Blackbird UAV, where students design and launch rockets or test uncrewed aerial vehicles in national and international competitions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 57806 per year
• National fee: CAD 14408 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum begins with a common core of mathematics, science, and engineering principles before students specialise in one of four streams: Aerodynamics, Propulsion and Vehicle Performance; Aerospace Structures, Systems and Vehicle Design; Aerospace Electronics and Systems; or Space Systems Design. Modules may include:

• Aerospace Engineering Graphical Design
• Aerospace Systems Design
• Orbital Mechanics
• Transatmospheric Propulsion
• Radar Systems
• Spacecraft Navigation
• Spacecraft Design
• Aerodynamics
• Propulsion Systems

Careers with Aerospace Engineering

Graduates are well-positioned for success within Canada's thriving aerospace sector, finding opportunities in government agencies, original equipment manufacturers, and innovative startups. The programme's strong industry links facilitate transitions into diverse roles across the globe. Potential career paths include:

• Aerodynamics and Propulsion Systems
• Aircraft Control Systems and Navigation
• Avionics and Satellite Communications
• Mission Control and Space Systems
• Aircraft Repair and Manufacturing
• Defense and Transportation
• Launch Vehicles and Spacecraft Design

Graduates have secured positions at prestigious organisations such as the Canadian Space Agency and SpaceX, working on both piloted and autonomous aircraft technologies.