Aeronautical Engineering (Hons) Loughborough University

Overview

On this Aeronautical Engineering (Hons) degree from  Loughborough University , you can study topics such as Aircraft Systems, Performance and Design, Sensor Fusion, Machine Intelligence, Noise Control, and Computational Fluid Dynamics, all grounded in core engineering principles. This mix of technical expertise and creative problem-solving opens doors to many industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, and technology.

Practical learning is a key part of the course. You’ll take part in a flight test module that includes up to four flights in a specially equipped aircraft with a flying laboratory. You’ll also learn how to apply engineering theory by designing aircraft systems and gas turbines, and in your final year, you’ll join a team to design an aircraft of the future while completing your own research project focused on solving a real engineering challenge.

Career opportunities:

• This course will equip you for careers in all branches of the aerospace industry, airline operators, Government research establishments and appropriate branches of the armed forces.
• Internationally, the aviation industry is forecasted to double in size over the next 15 years. Therefore, you will be well placed for involvement in a fast-paced and increasingly important sector of the global economy. We have also seen many of our graduates progress to become senior leaders in the aeronautical engineering sector.
• Your time at Loughborough University will form a launchpad from which you can build an exciting career. With so many opportunities available, you’ll never be short of ways to improve your employability.
• The award-winning Careers Network team is here to help and support you, offering everything from CV workshops, one-to-one advice sessions and mock interview practice sessions to high-profile employer events. We’ve got everything you need for a really successful future.

Accreditation

The Aeronautical Engineering BEng is accredited by both the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. This means that the programme provides students with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills to support their application for eventual professional registration to receive Chartered Engineer status.