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Study Details: MSc: 12 months full-time; up to 36 months part-time
Choosing to study MSc Aerospace Engineering at the University of Strathclyde means joining a forward-thinking programme uniquely designed to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving aerospace industry.
Our course goes beyond traditional aerospace engineering by integrating cutting-edge interdisciplinary skills in artificial intelligence, sustainability, and engineering management, areas critical for future aerospace innovation and leadership.
At Strathclyde, you'll:
learn from experts at the forefront of aerospace research, including involvement in high-impact projects such as the CAELUS medical drone delivery network and the AI for Space Sustainability Institute
develop expertise in data-driven engineering and AI applications, preparing you to work with space-based observations, predictive analytics, and metamodeling
explore sustainability as a core theme, equipping you to help aerospace organisations align with global sustainability goals, and to leverage space and aerospace platforms for monitoring progress towards sustainable development
A first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, physical sciences, or a closely related discipline
Foundational knowledge in key areas such as thermodynamics, mechanics, dynamics, FEA, control, and programming
Relevant professional qualifications and work experience may be considered
The course prepares graduates for a wide range of roles within the aerospace sector by combining advanced technical skills with knowledge in sustainability, artificial intelligence, and management. The programme equips students to pursue careers in traditional aerospace engineering fields such as aircraft and spacecraft systems design, systems engineering, and structural/material engineering.
Additionally, the programme opens opportunities in earth observation, where graduates can apply satellite and drone technologies for environmental monitoring. The skills gained are transferable across industries such as renewable energy and automotive, enhancing employability. For professionals already in the field, this MSc offers the opportunity to deepen expertise and progress into higher-level roles within aerospace and related industries.
Core modules:
Professional Skills for Senior Engineers (10 credits)
Research Methodology (10 credits)
Spaceflight Systems (10 credits)
Atmospheric Flight Dynamics & Control (10 credits)
Lightweight Structures (10 credits)
Satellite Data Assimilation & Analysis (10 credits)
Optional modules:
Project Management (10 credits)
Risk Management (10 credits)
Design Management & Methods (10 credits)
Strategic Procurement Management (10 credits)
Sustainability (10 credits)
Sustainable Product Design & Manufacturing (10 credits)
Natural Resources, Sustainability & Governance (10 credits)
Advanced Materials Processing & Manufacturing (10 credits)
Electrical Power Systems (10 credits)
Degradation of Metals & Alloys (10 credits)
Finite Element Analysis in Mechanical Engineering Design (10 credits)
Fundamentals of Materials Science (10 credits)
Aerodynamics of Supersonic Aircraft (10 credits)
Industrial Metallurgy (10 credits)
Structural Integrity (10 credits)
Big Data Fundamentals
Fundamentals of Machine Learning for Data Analytics (10 credits)
Neural Networks & Deep Learning (10 credits)
Intelligent Sensing & Reasoning through Machine Learning (10 credits)
Systems Engineering Concepts (10 credits)
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