
- UCAS course code
- H4ND
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Overview
- Degree awarded
- MEng
- Duration
- 4 years
- Typical A-level offer
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Grades AAA
- Typical contextual A-level offer (what is this?)
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Grades AAB.
- Typical International Baccalaureate offer
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36 points overall with 6,6,6 in Higher Level subjects.
The course specific requirements are: 36 points overall with 6, 6, 6 at Higher level in Mathematics, Physics and one other subject
We also accept 5 in English Language at Standard level to meet our English language requirements.
Changes to International Baccalaureate Diploma Mathematics Courses from September 2019, first examination 2021. We are aware of the planned changes to the IB Mathematics curriculum. IB students will be able to choose from: Mathematics: analysis and approaches and Mathematics: applications and interpretation from September 2019.
For this programme of study we will accept: Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation.
- How to apply
- Apply through UCAS .
- UCAS course code
- H4ND
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Course overview
- Our course has been developed in consultation with industry, covering aerospace content that is relevant to graduate careers and cutting-edge research.
- Focus on development of both theoretical and practical engineering skills.
- Specialisation in management aspects of engineering.
- Fully accredited course suitable for those interested in gaining chartered engineering status.
- Specialisation in aerospace units based on the world-leading research profiles of our staff.
Open days
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Fees
Tuition fees for home students commencing their studies in September 2021 will be £9,250 per annum. Tuition fees for international students will be £24,000 per annum. For general information please see the undergraduate finance pages.
Policy on additional costs
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).
Scholarships/sponsorships
Contact details
- Department
- Department of Mechanical, Aerospace & Civil Engineering
- Contact name
- Undergraduate Admissions
- Telephone
- +44 (0)161 543 4015
- ug-mace@manchester.ac.uk
- Website
- https://www.mace.manchester.ac.uk/
- School/Faculty overview
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The School of Engineering creates a world of possibilities for students pursuing skills and understanding. Through dynamic research and teaching we develop engineering solutions that make a difference to society in an ethical and sustainable way. Science-based engineering is at the heart of what we do, and through collaboration we support the engineers and scientists of tomorrow to become technically strong, analytically innovative and creative. Find out more about Science and Engineering at Manchester .
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Entry requirements
A-level
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken.
Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.
AS-level
Unit grade information
The University of Manchester welcomes the provision of unit information where available. Like all other information provided by applicants this may be taken into consideration when assessing your application. Unit grades will not normally form part of an offer conditions.
GCSE
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including:
Five GCSES/iGCSES at Grades A*-C or 9-4
English Language and Mathematics are required at GCSE/iGCSE level with a minimum Grade of C or 4 . GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language.
Please note that if you hold English as a second language iGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic Department for clarification.
International Baccalaureate
36 points overall with 6,6,6 in Higher Level subjects.
The course specific requirements are: 36 points overall with 6, 6, 6 at Higher level in Mathematics, Physics and one other subject
We also accept 5 in English Language at Standard level to meet our English language requirements.
Changes to International Baccalaureate Diploma Mathematics Courses from September 2019, first examination 2021. We are aware of the planned changes to the IB Mathematics curriculum. IB students will be able to choose from: Mathematics: analysis and approaches and Mathematics: applications and interpretation from September 2019.
For this programme of study we will accept: Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation.
Other international entry requirements
Scottish requirements
Three Advanced Highers including Mathematics and Physics at grades AAA .
We will accept two Highers in place of the 3 rd Advanced Higher.English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic Department(s) you plan to apply to.
Welsh Baccalaureate
The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements (our MEng A level requirements are grades AAA).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the academic Department(s) you plan to apply to.
European Baccalaureate
We normally require: Overall average of 85% in the European Baccalaureate with 85% in Mathematics and Physics and 70% in English Language
AQA Baccalaureate
In making offers, the University will focus on the three A Levels taken within the AQA Baccalaureate. Students need to check the standard A Level requirements for their chosen course.
The units of broader study, enrichment activities and the Extended Project are considered to be valuable elements of the AQA Baccalaureate and we would therefore strongly encourage students to draw upon these experiences within their personal statement.
Foundation year
The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme, including:
Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme in Engineering, are required to achieve grades AAA including Mathematics and Physics, and an EAP score of C.
Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year in Engineering are required to achieve AAA including Mathematics and Physics and an EAP requirements score of C.
Applicants studying other Foundation programmes should contact the academic Department to check if their qualification is recognised for entry to this programme and for specific entry requirements.
Pearson BTEC qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DDD plus A Level Maths at grade A.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma
We consider the National Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD plus A Level Maths at grade A.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma
We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus A Level Maths and Physics at grade A.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate
We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grades D plus A Level Maths and Physics at grade A.
The University of Manchester welcomes applications from students who have achieved legacy BTEC qualifications (pre-2016) such as the BTEC Extended Diploma, BTEC Diploma, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, and BTEC Certificate. The grades required are likely to be the same or vary similar to the new BTEC qualifications (first teaching 2016, awarded 2018).
Please contact the Academic Department for clarification. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the academic Department(s) you plan to apply to.
OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications
Cambridge Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma (CTEC)
We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DDD plus A Level Maths at grade A.
Cambridge Level 3 Technical Diploma (CTEC)
We consider the Technical Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD plus A Level Maths at grade A.
Cambridge Level 3 Technical Foundation Diploma (CTEC)
We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus A Level Maths and Physics at grade A.
Cambridge Level 3 Technical Extended Certificate (CTEC)
We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grades D plus A Level Maths and Physics at grade A.
The University of Manchester welcomes applications from students who have achieved legacy CTEC qualifications (pre-2016) such as the CTEC Extended Diploma, CTEC Diploma, CTEC Subsidiary Diploma, and CTEC Certificate. The grades required are likely to be the same or vary similar to the new CTEC qualifications (first teaching 2016, awarded 2018).
Please contact the Academic Department for clarification. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic Department(s) you plan to apply to.
Access to HE Diploma
We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course.
For entry onto this course we would also require an A level in Mathematics at grade A in addition to the HE Diploma.Cambridge Pre-U
We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken.
We require grades D3 D3 D3 including Mathematics and Physics.If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic Department(s) you plan to apply to.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Core Maths
The University welcomes and recognises the value of Level 3 core mathematics qualifications (e.g. AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies).
Core Mathematics is not a compulsory element of post-16 study and as a result we will not normally include it in the conditions of any offer made to the student. However, if a student chooses to undertake a core mathematics qualification this may be taken into account when we consider their application, particularly for certain non-science courses with a distinct mathematical or statistical element.
We advise students to contact the academic Department, who will clarify whether their specific portfolio of qualifications is acceptable for entry on to their chosen course.
Home-schooled applicants
Non-standard educational routes
English language
All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either:
- GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade C/4, or;
- IELTS 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5 , or;
- An acceptable equivalent qualification.
Please note that if you hold English as a second language iGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic Department for clarification.
The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student from outside the UK and the EU must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language in order to be granted a UK visa (Tier 4 visa) to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. This level is often referred to as the 'B2 level'.
Additionally, our individual Departments may ask for specific English Language proficiency levels that are necessary for their academic programmes. In most cases these requirements are likely to be higher than the B2 level. Further information about our English Language policy, including a list of some of the English Language qualifications we accept, can be found here .
English language test validity
Application and selection
How to apply
Advice to applicants
Before applying, please ensure you check our standard entry requirements carefully. We have details of the minimum grades we would require for some international qualifications on our Department website.
If your qualifications are not listed on our website, or if have any queries about whether your qualifications would be suitable for entry onto our courses, please email details of the qualifications you are taking (including subjects studied and grades achieved to date) and we will be happy to advise you further: ug-mace@manchester.ac.uk
How your application is considered
All applications are considered on an individual basis once we receive your official UCAS application form, which includes full details of your qualifications to date, a personal statement, reference and your predicted grades (if you have not yet taken your final examinations).
Interview requirements
We do not hold interviews as part of our admissions process, however if we have any queries about your application or qualifications, we will contact you by email to request further information in order to consider your application.
UK-based applicants who receive an offer of a place to study on our courses will be invited to attend a post-offer Visit Day at the Department. These generally take place on Wednesday afternoons from November-March. Attendance is not compulsory, but is provides an opportunity for offer-holders to visit the Department, have a look at our facilities, take part in an engineering activity and meet some of our current undergraduate students and staff.
Transfers
Course details
Course description
The MEng Aerospace Engineering with Management provides students with a broad, well-balanced aerospace engineering education which prepares our graduates for professional careers in the aerospace industry, coupled with specialism in management.
We aim to instil a theoretical knowledge of engineering science in addition to a solid base of practical skills, an understanding of design, comprehension of the commercial world and competence in transferable skills (problem solving, team working, creativity and IT).
Engineering is not just about technology. It is about people, companies, manufacturing and commerce. Engineering decisions must normally be made within a commercial context and engineers are often found in senior management positions where they are required to be leaders and strategic planners, as well as problem-solvers and designers. Combining engineering with management produces a lively, interesting, and multidisciplinary degree, with excellent career prospects for graduates.
Graduates emerge from this degree as a well-rounded graduate with not only a solid engineering training, but also a useful insight into the commercial world. This will equip them for a wide range of careers, including general management and sales, as well as jobs in more technical fields.
Aims
This course aims to give students a comprehensive knowledge of engineering science and a strong base of practical skills. The course will develop competence in transferable skills, particularly team working, creativity and adaptability, as well as enabling students to specialise in advanced Aerospace engineering topics. Specialist management focused units enable our students to plan large engineering projects in addition to developing their technical skills.
Our MEng course gives students hands-on industrial and commercial experience to boost their career prospects and therefore our graduates are well prepared to take up leadership positions in a successful career in industry.
Additional course information
Teaching and learning
The course is taught via a combination of lectures, tutorial classes, practical laboratory sessions and computer-based sessions, There is a design project each year, which involves teamwork in small groups, and allows students to apply and develop their problem-solving and project management skills. In the third year each student undertakes an individual project, allowing them to pursue a particular subject or application area in greater depth.
Coursework and assessment
Course unit details
The first year establishes a strategic overview of the main areas of aerospace engineering and introduces the underlying science and mathematics. Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of aerospace vehicles and systems as well as developing basic knowledge and skills applicable to all areas of engineering such as mechanics, structures, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and engineering design.
The second and third years develop the key knowledge and understanding necessary to enter industry, or postgraduate study. Students will cover key aspects of aircraft and spacecraft systems, performance and design and will also develop further knowledge and skills in the key engineering disciplines of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, structures, dynamics and control. In the third year students will also have the opportunity to undertake an individual project linking with and supporting industrial or academic research within the university.
The final year comprises a full-year aerospace vehicle design and build project combining all of the engineering science taught up to this point. In addition to the design project, research-inspired specialist units are taught giving students the option to focus on their exact desired discipline.
Course content for year 1
Course units for year 1
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
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Materials 1 (Aerospace) | MACE10001 | 10 | Mandatory |
Workshop Practice | MACE10020 | 0 | Mandatory |
Introduction to Aircraft Design | MACE10302 | 10 | Mandatory |
Fluid Mechanics for Aerospace and Mechanical Engineers | MACE10421 | 10 | Mandatory |
Electrical Energy Supply & Circuits | MACE10492 | 10 | Mandatory |
PASS (Aerospace Engineering) | MACE10930 | 0 | Mandatory |
Structures 1 (Aero) | MACE11001 | 10 | Mandatory |
Aerospace and Mechanical Thermodynamics | MACE11005 | 10 | Mandatory |
Mechanics (Mechanical) | MACE11602 | 10 | Mandatory |
Mechanics (Aerospace) | MACE11622 | 10 | Mandatory |
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Course content for year 2
Course units for year 2
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
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Fundamentals of Financial Reporting B | BMAN10621B | 10 | Mandatory |
Marketing | BMAN20832 | 10 | Mandatory |
Workshop Practice | MACE20020 | 0 | Mandatory |
Fluid Mechanics 2 | MACE20121 | 10 | Mandatory |
Flight Test Course | MACE20230 | 0 | Mandatory |
Aircraft Performance and Design | MACE20400 | 20 | Mandatory |
Applied Thermodynamics (Aerospace) | MACE20432 | 10 | Mandatory |
Dynamics | MACE20442 | 10 | Mandatory |
Numerical Methods & Computing (Aerospace) | MACE20542 | 10 | Mandatory |
Space Systems | MACE21111 | 10 | Mandatory |
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Course content for year 3
Course units for year 3
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
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Strategy | BMAN30022 | 10 | Mandatory |
Heat Transfer | MACE30432 | 10 | Mandatory |
Operations Management | MACE30461 | 10 | Mandatory |
Control Engineering (Aerospace) | MACE30481 | 10 | Mandatory |
Individual Project | MACE31030 | 30 | Mandatory |
Aerospace Propulsion | MACE31212 | 10 | Mandatory |
Structures 3 (Aerospace) | MACE31302 | 10 | Mandatory |
Aircraft Aerodynamics | MACE31321 | 10 | Mandatory |
Conceptual Aerospace Systems Design | MACE31521 | 10 | Mandatory |
Flight Dynamics | MACE32202 | 10 | Mandatory |
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Course content for year 4
Course units for year 4
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
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Risk Management | MACE40032 | 15 | Mandatory |
Legal Issues | MACE40461 | 15 | Mandatory |
Engineering Foresight | MACE41011 | 15 | Mandatory |
Aerospace Group Design Project | MACE41520 | 30 | Mandatory |
Launch and Re-entry Gas Dynamics | MACE42111 | 15 | Mandatory |
Advanced Heat Transfer | MACE40051 | 15 | Optional |
Composites and Polymers | MACE40102 | 15 | Optional |
Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics | MACE40122 | 15 | Optional |
Acoustics & Advanced Vibrations | MACE40442 | 15 | Optional |
Legal Issues | MACE40461 | 15 | Optional |
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Scholarships and bursaries
For information about scholarships and bursaries please see further details on our Department website.
Facilities
Our students will have access to a nationally-unique set of wind tunnel facilities ranging from low subsonic to hypersonic flows. We have a range of facilities for building and testing of unmanned aerial vehicles and drones. We also have facilities for testing of propellers, micro jet engines and rocket motors. Additionally we have a suite of spacecraft environment test facilities and our own satellite ground station.
On the computational side, students have access to key aerospace engineering relevant software and unique computational facilities.
Disability support
Careers
Career opportunities
The MEng Aerospace Engineering provides students with a preparation for professional careers in the aerospace industry (design, development, testing and operation of vehicles and systems), as well as in other areas, such as research, technical development and finance. The enhanced management focus on this course is particularly suitable for careers in project management and management in general in the engineering industry. The course is fully accredited by RAeS and the IMechE and provides graduates with the all the required academic qualifications for those interested in achieving Chartered Engineering status.
Accrediting organisations
The process to become a Chartered Engineer has three stages:
- 1. The Educational Base (MEng, or BEng with MSc)
- 2. Initial Professional Development
- 3. Professional Review