Taught course
Aerospace Engineering
Entry requirements
- 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
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
Study at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, one of Europe’s leading cities for small satellite manufacturing.
- designed for students from aerospace, engineering, science, and related disciplines seeking a multidisciplinary advanced aerospace education
- develop advanced technical expertise in spacecraft design, space mission analysis, and propulsion systems, while gaining key insights into artificial intelligence, sustainability in space engineering, and engineering management - ensuring you're equipped for the demands of tomorrow's space sector.
- learn through a balanced curriculum mixing core aerospace modules, interdisciplinary electives, and an individual research project
- benefit from strong industry collaborations, including opportunities for research projects with leading aerospace companies and space sector organisations
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
- benefit from a flexible curriculum, that balances core aerospace modules with options in AI, sustainability, and management, allowing you to tailor your studies to your career aspirations
- join a vibrant, supportive learning community, in a University renowned for engineering excellence and innovation, located in Glasgow, a city with a rich aerospace heritage and thriving space sector.
Fees and funding
UK students
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/feesfunding/fees/
International students
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/feesfunding/fees/
Available scholarships can be found online.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time36 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Engineering Admissions
- eng-admissions@strath.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)141 574 5484