MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology

Develop your knowledge and practical experience of design and development of future aerospace systems. Learn everything you need to know about space vehicles including rocket propulsion, space flight control and satellite communication systems.

Typical offer: 128–136
Entry requirements
Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)
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UCAS code: H402
Course length: Various
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Location:
University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Institute code: H36
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To ensure this course continues to be cutting-edge and enables you to be ready for the modern workplace, it is due to be reviewed by November 2024.

Our website will typically be updated within a month of the review confirming any enhancements, including:

module titles (and whether they are core or optional)
expected contact hours
assessment methods
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Study at one of the largest engineering departments in the UK

Access fantastic facilities, from flight simulators to wind tunnels

1st in the East of England for Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering (Complete University Guide, 2023)

Spectra at Herts

Course overview

Like the BEng, this course includes many of the modules featured on our general aerospace engineering course, as well as special modules on the design of space vehicles, rocket propulsion, space flight control and satellite communication systems. However, in your MEng year you’ll deepen your skills and knowledge, taking extra modules in aerospace embedded systems, computational fluid dynamics and human resource management. As with the BEng, you’ll have the chance to join with other aerospace students to design a complete aircraft. You’ll also work with astrophysicists to design a space vehicle in conjunction with a major space industry employer.

Why choose this course?

Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard facilities: The University of Hertfordshire has produced aerospace engineers with practical experience of design and development for future aerospace systems. You will have access to a flight simulator, wind tunnels, specialist laboratories and CAE software. You will be offered the opportunity to take a short air-experience flight in the second year of the course, flying either a light aircraft or a microlight aircraft. Please note, this is subsidised by the University but still incurs an added cost.

Benefit from our strong links to industry: Our students have had work placements at companies such as Airbus, Virgin Atlantic Engineering and BAE Systems. Recent aerospace engineering graduates have gone on to work at organisations including The Royal Air Force, Jaguar Land Rover and BAE Systems.

Apply your knowledge through design and build projects: We are members of the CDIO Initiative (Conceive Design Implement Operate), a worldwide network of academic professionals, industry representatives and engineering leaders who have a passion for engineering education and engineering leadership. The CDIO framework has been embedded into our undergraduate degree programme, ensuring you’ll put into practice what you learn through “Design and Build” projects during your studies.

Professional accreditations

The MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology course is accredited by RAeS as detailed in the programme specification and satisfies, in full, the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration for intake years 2022 to 2026.

Your future career

Career prospects for graduates are excellent across the space, aircraft, and defence sides of the aerospace industry. An impressive 93% of our students are employed or in further study (Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22). Graduates of this course are strong candidates for employment on projects such as the development of missile systems, satellites and space vehicles. An MEng makes you even more attractive to employers.

Many graduates have gone on to become:

production engineer
repair engineer
aircraft engineer.

See what recent graduates are up to

What you'll study

The School has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning with most modules delivered through a combination of traditional face to face teaching and distance learning through the university's StudyNet web based facility. StudyNet allows students to access electronic learning resources, electronic discussion with staff and other students, and, for some modules, submit coursework 24/7 from anywhere in the world! With a heavy emphasis on Computer Aided Engineering, the school has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible. The school also operate an open access laboratory policy of when possible students doing experiments in their own time.

In your first year, you will study the fundamental skills and knowledge required by a modern engineer including principles of flight and aircraft operations. In particular you will be introduced to computer packages commonly used in aerospace industry.

In your second year, the first year core themes are developed for application in aerospace engineering. You will learn about the design process through both group design and detail design work, and expand your knowledge of aerodynamics, with wind tunnel experiments. You will also have the opportunity to fly at a local flying school.

You may take a placement year if you wish, where you will gain excellent work experience, and this will be followed by your fourth year where for many students, the highlights of the course are the group design projects in which you will join other aerospace students to design a complete aircraft, and work with the astrophysicists to design a space vehicle in conjunction with a major space industry employer. For others the self-confidence developed during the Individual Major Project that challenges them to research an aerospace relevant topic entirely by themselves using either the University or industrial facilities is the most rewarding part of your degree and can lead to future employment. There is also the opportunity for flying lessons.

You will then enter your final year where you will study at a Masters level, deepening your knowledge and understanding of aerospace topics as well as developing your business and management skills. The team project is a multidisciplinary and involves applying your skills to solve an unusual and challenging problem, for example the design of an autonomous unmanned aerial vehicle.

Level 4

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Aerospace Technology & Industry	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the basic design of an aircraft to achieve its functional and performance aims, civil and military aircraft operations. This module includes elements required for PPL Ground School Training.
Engineering Mathematics for Aerospace	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to enable students to explore mathematical techniques commonly used in engineering. Topics covered include functions frequently occurring in engineering applications, their manipulation and application, complex numbers, integration techniques, differentiation of functions of one or more variables, ordinary differential equations, determinants, matrices and vectors. A range of applications will support the mathematical content of the module.
Mechanical Science for Aircraft Engineering	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module encompasses: Statics (fundamental concept of units, forces, free body diagrams, moments, normal stresses, shear stresses, shear force-bending moment relationships) Dynamics (dynamics concepts, velocity and acceleration, linear & angular motion, moment of inertia, application of free-body diagrams, work and energy principles, impulse-momentum principles and simple harmonic motion).
Introduction to Projects and Design	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the engineering design process, from brief through to manufacture, to devise a solution to a posed engineering problem. Design activities are accomplished in small teams, thereby developing skills in teamwork, communication and leadership. Project management techniques are addressed and employed with the purpose of effective time and resource management. Students are exposed to the workshop environment, with the aim of constructing their solution. Students will be required to test their build to ensure performance meets the specified design brief.
Electrical Science for Aircraft Engineering	15 Credits	Compulsory
Many mechanical systems rely on electrical circuits for power, sensing and actuation. This module introduces the principles of electrical circuits and introduces the fundamental concepts of electrical units and relationships, basic AC and DC circuit theory, digital systems, A/D and D/A conversion, and electro-mechanical principles and devices. You will gain a secure foundation in the fundamental concepts of circuits, devices and systems that underpin all branches of engineering. This will include study of the mathematical operations of AC quantities, including phasors, vectors and complex numbers, some key semiconductor devices and circuits involving diodes and transistors and a fundamental knowledge of the principles and construction of DC and AC machines, transformers and linear actuators.
Programming for Aircraft Engineers	15 Credits	Compulsory
This course will enable the student to understand and appreciate the role of basic programming within engineering disciplines. This will be accomplished through applications of programming language with practical demonstrations to allow students gain insights into the application of their work. Topics for the lectures are given below, and will be accompanied by practical classes where students will write scripts and execute them to control a programmable circuit board. Introduction - Computers, Software, Hardware and microcontrollers including UART Communications Problem solving, structure and pseudocode Variables Operators Conditionals Functions Loops Strings Files Debugging Future Research and Developments
Aerospace Engineering Professionalism	15 Credits	Compulsory
Students introduced to their individual responsibilities and development to becoming professional engineers. Through relevant application of professionalism as students, they will develop skills and knowledge that will be transferable to industry practice or continued study. Using relevant academic research and industry examples students will learn about codes of conduct, relevant legislation, compliance and ethics as well as working in teams, leadership & management. The learning and assessment will be in conjunction with aligned and concurrent modules to allow this module to support and develop their skills for use in present application. The aim is to develop personal responsibility for their learning and professional development. Through industrial speakers and real case study examples students, will be faced with real professional discussions and dilemmas.
Introductory Robotics & Microcontrollers	15 Credits	Compulsory
The intended learning outcomes are facilitated through a combination of approaches to learning and teaching mainly based on active experiential learning methods. These activities will be supported by the module team and by encouraging the students to access a variety of resources including available equipment and appropriate software packages. Students will be assessed, in groups as well as individually, by their ability to conceive, design, implement and operate a low-budget autonomous electromechanical device. Content breakdown: Introduction to safety and hazardous substance legislation; Basic electronics CAD tools and CAE; Detail design; Introduction to design assemblies. Introduction to manufacturing; Sensors and actuators: information processing; Design validation process (Technical Performance Measure); Introduction to mechanical and physical properties; Introduction to manufacturing process determination. Alongside the above-mentioned topics, topics relating to project management and employability will be developed.

Level 5

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Avionics Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module explores the technology that enables aircraft avionics to function in a modern aircraft. It looks at the technological advances that have made modern avionics systems viable, and looks at some of the drivers for safety, reliability and security that modern avionics systems deliver.
Fluids & Aerodynamics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the fundamentals of fluid flow providing a basis for the study of aerodynamics. The study of aerodynamics includes speed measurement, aerodynamic forces and moments, aerodynamic drag and its estimation, wing vortex system and viscous drag, Reynolds number, Mach number. Wind tunnel testing. Compressible flow. Stagnation and static properties of flow. Compression and expansion waves. Normal and oblique shock waves.
Thermodynamics for Aerospace	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the fundamentals of thermodynamics and provides a basis for higher-level modules in thermodynamics and heat transfer. Lectures and tutorials are accompanied by laboratory sessions in thermodynamics. Assessment is through laboratory reports, quizzes and an examination.
Materials for Aerospace	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces: Strengthening mechanisms and processing-microstructure-property relationships, Ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys. Forming and shaping methods. Ceramics. Polymers. Composite Materials Corrosion Creep Fracture and fatigue Non-destructive testing
Practical Aerodynamics	15 Credits	Compulsory
The intended learning outcomes are facilitated through a combination of approaches to learning and teaching mainly based on active experiential learning methods. These activities will be supported by the module team and by encouraging the students to access a variety of resources including available equipment and appropriate software packages. Students will be assessed, in groups as well as individually, by their ability to conceive, design, implement and operate a structure and/or device supporting the movement of a fluid.
Control & Autopilot Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module will enable students to develop mathematical models of aerospace systems so that they can simulate their dynamic performance. Students will be introduced to the principles of feedback control systems and performance prediction using step responses and the S plane. Finally students will be introduced to Root Locus and State Space methods as a way to design simple controllers to modify the dynamic performance of aerospace systems. The module will make extensive use of MATLAB to develop simulations of a wide range of case studies.
Aircraft Structural Mechanics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module includes shear force-bending moment diagrams, beam theory, combined loading conditions, direct stress/strain, shear stress/strain, torsion of shafts, bending stresses in beams with unsymmetrical sections.
Structural Design & CAE	15 Credits	Compulsory
The intended learning outcomes are facilitated through a combination of approaches to learning and teaching mainly based on active experiential learning methods. These activities will be supported by the module team and by encouraging the students to access a variety of resources including available equipment and appropriate software packages. Students will be assessed, in groups as well as individually, by their ability to conceive, design, implement and test a mechanical structure.

Level 6

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Control Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module will further the students understanding of classical control theory and give the experience of applying the theory to modify the dynamic performance of systems. The module will introduce root locus methods for the design of series controllers, in both continuous and digitally controlled systems. The module will also extend the students understanding of frequency response methods into the design of controllers and the analysis of non-linear systems using describing functions to predict limit cycles. Where possible students will be encouraged to use Matlab to check theoretical calculations and to design controllers.
Industrial Placement	0 Credits	Optional
The optional placement year is undertaken in the academic year prior to the final year of study, and must meet University standard requirements for the length of placement to be considered for the conferment of "with Sandwich" upon graduation. Students undertake the placement within an organisation that can provide an appropriate learning experience within an engineering or general STEM environment/role. To be eligible for placement, students must normally have achieved sufficient credit at Levels 4 and 5 to be able to enter the final year upon completion of the placement. While the School and University actively support the placements process ultimately it is the placement company that will select students, normally through an interview process. During the placement, a member of School staff will be assigned to the student as a tutor and will monitor the student's progress during the placement period.
Rocket Performance and Propulsion	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module will introduce students to flight dynamics of rockets and their propulsion systems. Typical applications under consideration will include satellite launch and insertion into orbit, sounding rockets and potential future applications such as space tourism.
Year Abroad	0 Credits	Optional
The Year Abroad will provide students with the opportunity to expand, develop and apply the knowledge and skills gained in the first two taught years of the degree within a different organisational and cultural environment in a partner academic institution. The host institution will appoint a Programme Co-ordinator who will oversee the student's programme during the Year Abroad and will liaise with the appointed UH Supervisor.
Satellite Terrestrial Communication Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces the student to the principles of terrestrial, mobile, satellite and space communication system design, including communication system building blocks, antenna properties and radio wave propagation phenomena. Treatment of some material is at systems level with some topics being treated at more in-depth, analytical level. Theoretical study is supported by practical exercises and lab experiments and where appropriate, software based simulation tools.
Careers Portfolio	0 Credits	Optional
This module will help students identify the employability skills necessary to enter their chosen profession. They will be required to develop a portfolio that evidences the following employability skills relevant for their chosen profession, from a combination of employment experience and academic modules. Skills include; Self Management and Development, Team Working, Communicating, Specialist Technologies, Professional Awareness and Problem Solving/Creativity.
Semester Abroad	0 Credits	Optional
The Semester Abroad will provide students with the opportunity to expand, develop and apply the knowledge and skills gained in the first two taught years of the degree within a different organisational and cultural environment in a partner academic institution. The host institution will appoint a Programme Co-ordinator who will oversee the student's programme during the Semester Abroad and will liaise with the appointed UH Supervisor.
Aerospace Performance and Propulsion	15 Credits	Compulsory
Aircraft Performance - including; atmosphere properties and air speed definitions; straight and level flight performance, range calculations, climb rate prediction, accelerated flight. Propulsion - including; development and variants of gas turbine engines; Gas turbine component design and performance characteristics. Intakes; axial & centrifugal compressors; combustion chambers; turbines; exhaust systems; engine systems; and the principles of conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer.
Aerospace Vehicle Design	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module is a group design project requiring the conceptual design of a complete aircraft to meet a given specification. Each member of the team will fulfil a distinct role, and will contribute to the progress of the team. During the module, the team will produce a seminar presentation and each team member a detailed technical report.
Flight Testing	15 Credits	Compulsory
Modern aircraft (either piloted or autonomous) are highly complex, integrated systems that arise from the application of a number of highly specialised fields including (but not limited to): Aerodynamics, Flight dynamics and control, Structural statics and dynamics, Avionics, Propulsion, Human factors. These are all blended together to achieve an aircraft that (hopefully) achieves all of its design requirements. Because of the interdisciplinary process of aircraft design, flight testing must also be interdisciplinary and is a crucial end-of-design process that evaluates the suitability and capability that the aircraft was originally designed for. This module develops the student s knowledge and analysis skills in testing procedures and equipment, flight test planning, and analytical skills in the analysis and evaluation of flight test data.
Satellite Communications	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces the student to the principles of terrestrial, mobile, satellite and space communication system design, including communication system building blocks, antenna properties and radio wave propagation phenomena. Treatment of some material is at systems level with some topics being treated at more in-depth, analytical level. Theoretical study is supported by practical exercises and lab experiments and where appropriate, software based simulation tools.
MEng Individual Project (Aerospace)	30 Credits	Compulsory
The major individual project occurs in either third or fourth (sandwich awards) year of study can take several forms ranging from design-oriented work to investigative work and research projects and placing their findings in the context of the application of real world engineering. Students are highly encouraged to propose their own topics for investigation. The project title and topic are chosen and moderated to provide an intellectual challenge appropriate to an honours programme of study in a specific engineering field. The student is expected to firstly identify and elucidate the problems through a critical review of a subject area and then plan, organise, and execute a significant individual programme of work related to a chosen field of study through the analysis and synthesis of results. Students should demonstrate initiative and creativity in applying skills, knowledge and experience gained from previous work in an individual practical, problem solving project. Student will be subjected to both end-point assessments and a continuous progress assessment that will assess the learning outcomes.
Integrated Aerospace Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module introduces students to systems engineering approach and aircraft systems integration. Additionally, students will learn about Safety Management Systems (SMS) as mandated by International Civil Aviation Organisation and implemented by aerospace regulators such as European Aviation Safety Agency and the Civil Aviation Authority. The students examine the application of quality management in the aerospace industry, the four pillars of SMS, risk management (including human factors) and reliability engineering. Furthermore, students will learn how to mitigate security risks in the context of aerospace systems. Case studies will be used to evaluate the top-level architecture of systems, e.g. human, electrical and multidisciplinary projects such as Heathrow T5, and the interaction of sub-systems through verification and testing processes.

Level 7

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Procurement & Supply Chain Management	15 Credits	Compulsory
By studying this module, the students will be able to explore and develop an understanding of procurement & supply chain issues through case studies, group work and lectures. Key areas that will be developed include the role of procurement and supply chain management and the increased importance of managing the internal and external supply chain.
MEng Team Project	45 Credits	Compulsory
This project involves the undertaking of a realistic engineering task, plus the experience of leadership and project management in a challenging team project. Wherever possible, the project is generated and operated in collaboration with a suitable industrial company and is multidisciplinary in nature. Projects should help to develop understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied. [P1] Students apply their analytical skills gained earlier in their degree program to produce smart and innovative solutions to engineering problems. Each team undertakes formal planning and progress meetings throughout the duration of the project and offer both written and oral presentations of their work. [SM2m] Opportunities are available to integrate knowledge and understanding of other engineering disciplines alongside their own discipline. Including concepts from some areas outside engineering, students should be able to critique and apply these effectively in engineering projects. [SM3m]
Stability & Control of Aircraft	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module explores the stability of an aircraft through mathematical modelling and analysis and how to augment the aircraft stability using state space control systems techniques. Topics include: aircraft natural modes, linearised aircraft equations of motion, aerodynamic derivatives, analytical solution of aircraft equations of motion, long term effects of controls, aircraft static stability, state space modelling of aircraft, stability of state space models, control using state space methods, principles of digital control, control using digital state space methods.
Space Dynamics	15 Credits	Compulsory
Space dynamics is a coursework-only module. Students work in a computer lab supervised by the module facilitator. There are no formal lectures. Instead, students work their way through a set of computer exercises using Matlab. The exercises allow the student to tackle problems in different ways and develop their own style of problem-solving. The module covers various aspects in spacecraft dynamics including: atmospheric drag, aerobraking, transfer orbits, injection orbits, spacecraft spin, the stability of spinning motion Eulers equations, three-dimensional spin motion, and mass models of irregular objects. The module develops skills in research enquiry and problem solving, analysis and evaluation, interpersonal and communication skills, autonomy and responsibility for actions.
Aeroelasticity & Structural Failure	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module introduces students to the dynamic structural analysis of aerospace vehicles, togetherwith static and dynamic aeroelastic phenomena such as divergence, control reversal and flutter.Some typical aerospace vehicle structural dynamic problems are considered, while aeroelasticanalysis is introduced through the consideration of the behaviour of a typical aerofoil and a highaspect ratio wing in bending and torsion.Student learning will be supported by assignments making use of aeroelastic analysis software and afinite element analysis package.
Space Systems	15 Credits	Compulsory
There are 7 major subsystems which make up a spacecraft. These are:- Structure, Propulsion, Thermal, Power, Control, Telecommand and Repeater. Besides all these there are the Systems aspects (Mass, Mission, Quality, EMC etc, Software etc - as listed below). Mechanical Structure design, overall configuration, appendage deployments math modelling, stress analysis, structure stiffness (35 Hz to meet launcher needs), sine and acoustic testing, interface loads, mechanisms Propulsion Apogee engine, orbit thrusters, piping, valves, tanks, fuel types, fuel metering (zero g).on orbit station keeping Thermal Exterior radiative surfaces, internal thermal control, heaters, heatpipes, thermocouples, thermistors Electrical Solar panels, solar array drive motors, power conditioning, battery control, power distribution internally, eclipse management, harness, circuit design, derating analysis, software (FPGA, ASIC, etc) Control Control laws, software, station keeping, (roll pitch yaw) gyros, momentum-reaction wheels. sensors (sun, earth, star), recovery modes Telecommand (& Telemetry) U plink and downlink signals, distribution inside spacecraft, internal data collection, Repeater (receiver and transmitter) Coverage areas & performance, uplink and downlink antennas, receive circuits, power amplifiers, up & down converters, phased arrays, cables, waveguides, switching networks System aspects Mass control (launch cost $10k per kg), mass distribution Mission (launch strategy, orbit, on station, station changes) All interfaces all 7 subsystems above plus launch vehicle Design Spacecraft configuration, layout, reliability, Worst Case Analysis, Parts Stress Analysis, Failure Mode Analysis Radiation analysis (all electrical circuits) Total dose, displacement damage, electrostatic discharge Repeater Electro-magnetic compatibility (EMC), PIM (passive inter modulation), Multipaction, Corona discharge, Quality
MEng Team Project	45 Credits	Compulsory
This project involves the undertaking of a realistic engineering task, plus the experience of leadership and project management in a challenging team project. Wherever possible, the project is generated and operated in collaboration with a suitable industrial company or research collaborator and is typically of a multidisciplinary systems-based nature. Projects should help to develop understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied. Students apply their analytical skills gained earlier in their degree programme to produce innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. Each team undertakes formal planning and progress meetings throughout the duration of the project and offer both written and oral presentations and reflections of their work. Opportunities are available to integrate knowledge and understanding of other engineering disciplines alongside their own discipline. Including concepts from some areas outside engineering, students should be able to critique and apply these effectively in engineering projects.

What if I need support?

We’re here for you. Our school is a warm, welcoming community where you’ll find plenty of people to encourage you through your studies. You’ll have your own Academic Support Tutor for the whole time you’re here, and our friendly course and cohort leaders are always happy to talk things through. You will benefit from a Success and Skills Support Unit, which is aimed at helping you build your employability and academic skills. Plus, have access to industry mentors who will provide you with pastoral support, vocational guidance, and career progression opportunities.

For additional help with study skills, including referencing, essay writing and presentations, you’ll have access to our academic support services. You can attend workshops, 1-to-1 sessions and online tutorials. Both our LRCs (Learning Resources Centres) run drop-in study skills sessions. And the best thing is, it’s all free.

Optional sandwich year

Graduate with invaluable work experience alongside your degree and stand out from the crowd.

This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a work placement sandwich year. It’s a chance to explore career possibilities, make valuable contacts and gain sought after professional skills.

Our dedicated Careers and Employment team are here to help guide you through the process. Students have previously undertaken placements in organisations such as:

Airbus
MBDA
Lockheed Martin
Virgin Atlantic Engineering
Marshall Aerospace
BAE Systems
Rolls Royce Plc
Numerous small companies

If you take up a work placement between your second and third year of study, at the University of Hertfordshire you’ll pay no tuition fee for this year. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it.

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An opportunity for an amazing experience, which will help make you stand out from the crowd. With more and more companies working internationally, experience of living in another country can make a great impression on future employers.

This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a sandwich year abroad. The University has partnerships with over 150 universities around the world, including the USA, Canada, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America and closer to home in Europe.

If you study abroad between your second and third year of study, you’ll pay no tuition fee to the partner university and no tuition fee to us either. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it.

Please note Erasmus+ funding is only available until May 2023. For students starting their course in September 2022 and wishing to study abroad in 2023-24 or 2024-25, please refer to the Turing Scheme.

Find out more about study abroad options

Graduate with invaluable work experience alongside your degree and stand out from the crowd.

Our dedicated Careers and Employment team are here to help guide you through the process. Students have previously undertaken placements in organisations such as:

Airbus
MBDA
Lockheed Martin
Virgin Atlantic Engineering
Marshall Aerospace
BAE Systems
Rolls Royce Plc
Numerous small companies

Find out more about work placements

Find out more about study abroad options

Where you'll study

You'll be taught on our College Lane campus, this is where the creative arts, science and health-related subjects are based. This means you’ll share the campus with future nurses, scientists, artists and more. You can use the common rooms to relax with friends, work out in the 24-hour gym or have a drink in our on-campus bar or cafes. We also have restaurants for you to eat in or grab something on the go. Our Learning Resources Centres are open 24/7, which means you can study whenever suits you best. Want to pop over to the other campus? You can take the free shuttle bus or walk there in just 15 minutes.

New School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science building now open

Learn in our new state-of-the-art building called Spectra, where you’ll experience a range of experiential learning zones. You will have access to modelling, simulation and research labs, our Merlin Flight Simulator and automotive workshop (complete with electric vehicle facility), wind tunnel, welding bay and controls testing suite.

You will also benefit from our Academic Support Hub, which is aimed at helping you build your employability and academic skills. Plus, have access to industry mentors who will provide you with pastoral support, vocational guidance, and career progression opportunities.

Spectra also provides space to collaborate, with plenty of workshops, social and meeting spaces available. Even better, the building has been designed with the University’s net zero carbon target in mind, and forms part of our plan to replace or upgrade older sites that are energy inefficient.

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How we support our students

At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible.

We offer a range of support services, from childcare to counselling, ensuring that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying, having fun, and have the support you need.

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Entry requirements

The University of Hertfordshire is committed to welcoming students with a wide range of qualifications and levels of experience. The entry requirements listed on the course pages provide a guide to the minimum level of qualifications needed to study each course. However, we have a flexible approach to admissions and each application will be considered on an individual basis.

Typical offer (UCAS points)	128–136
Typical A Level offer	ABB–AAB Mandatory subjects: Mathematics and either Physics or Technology or engineering-based subjects, excluding General Studies/Critical Thinking
Typical IB offer	128–136 UCAS points from a minimum of three HL subjects at grade 5 or above to include HL Mathematics and Physics
Typical BTEC offer	Not accepted
Accepted T Levels	None
Access courses	Not accepted
GSCE	Grade 4/C in English Language and 4/C Mathematics
Additional information	Find out more about our standard and contextual Undergraduate Entry Requirements.

English language	All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.
Additional information	Find out more about International Entry Requirements. All students applying for specific courses who are on time-limited visas are required to obtain ATAS approval prior to registering on the course. Find out more about the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)

English language

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.

Additional information

Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

All students applying for specific courses who are on time-limited visas are required to obtain ATAS approval prior to registering on the course.

Find out more about the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)

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UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status in the UK

Start date	Study type	Apply
September 2025	Full time	Apply via UCAS
	Full time with placement year	Apply via UCAS
	Full time with study abroad year	Apply via UCAS

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Fees and funding

At Herts, we’re dedicated to providing world-class teaching supported by industry-level facilities and incredible social spaces. We believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to higher education, and we strive to keep both our standard and additional costs as low as possible.

	Study type	Fees
UK students	Full time	£9,535 for the 2025/2026 academic year
UK students	Part time	£1,190 per 15 credits for the 2025/2026 academic year
EU students	Full time	£15,965 for the 2025/2026 academic year
EU students	Part time	£1,995 per 15 credits for the 2025/2026 academic year
International students	Full time	£15,965 for the 2025/2026 academic year
International students	Part time	£1,995 per 15 credits for the 2025/2026 academic year

Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students. Please see the University’s Fees and Finance Policy (and in particular the section headed “When tuition fees change”), for further information about when and by how much the University may increase its fees for future years.

Scholarships, grants and bursaries	Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship, grant or bursary to support your studies.
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MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology	Download PDF

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MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology	Download PDF

Additional information
Applications open to international and EU students	Yes
Course length	Full Time, 4 YearsSandwich, 5 Years

MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Space Technology

Develop your knowledge and practical experience of design and development of future aerospace systems. Learn everything you need to know about space vehicles including rocket propulsion, space flight control and satellite communication systems.

Typical offer: 128–136

Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)

UCAS code: H402

Course length: Various

Location: University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Institute code: H36

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Pratham - What I love about studying aerospace engineering at Herts

Pratham - A day in the life on my aerospace engineering course

Pratham - About the aerospace learning facilities and how I use them on my course

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