Aeronautical engineers engage in designing, maintaining, and improving systems. Apprentices in aerospace fields must integrate multidisciplinary knowledge and work effectively in teams. Advanced topics include engineering analysis, aerodynamics, integrated systems, and manufacturing, with a focus on aerospace industry challenges.

Multidisciplinary teamwork is emphasized through core projects that connect apprentices with peers, academics, and industry experts. The curriculum enables apprentices to tackle real engineering challenges while considering the broader societal role of engineering.

Graduates will be prepared for aerospace engineering roles aligned with IfATE’s Standard ST0010, including project planning, technical analysis, design, testing, compliance, and continuous improvement of aerospace systems. They will be equipped to manage performance, risks, and regulatory requirements throughout the aerospace product lifecycle.

Year 1

• Aeronautical Principles – 30 credits
• Aerospace Mathematics and Applications – 30 credits
• Fundamentals of Materials for Manufacturing – 15 credits
• Fundamentals of Mechanical Principles – 15 credits
• Professional Practice for Engineers – 30 credits

Year 2

• Aircraft Systems Design – 15 credits
• Fundamental Aircraft Structures – 30 credits
• Principles of Aerodynamics – 15 credits
• Principles of Flight – 15 credits
• Principles of Propulsion – 15 credits

Year 3

• Aero Structures – 15 credits
• Composite Engineering – 15 credits
• Engineering Research and Collaborative Project – 30 credits
• Further Aerodynamics – 15 credits
• Integrated Electro-Mechanical Systems – 15 credits

Year 4

• Aerospace Engineer Apprenticeship (Integrated) End Point Assessment – 30 credits
• Aerospace Group Design Project – 15 credits
• Professionalism for Engineering Apprentices – 15 credits

This program offers an immersive learning experience, blending industry-driven curriculum with project-based learning. It supports apprentices' growth from novice to graduate, focusing on real-world engineering problems, interdisciplinary projects, and professional development. Mathematics is taught within an engineering context to enhance practical skills and problem-solving.

Whilst any entry requirements will be a matter for individual employers, typically an apprentice might be expected to have already achieved academic qualifications of 96* UCAS points or above at A-Level standard
or equivalent, to include two STEM based subject such as Maths, Physics, ICT, Computing, Electronics. Plus
Five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above ** including Mathematics, English and Double Science or equivalent
qualification. (*Equal to 240 UCAS points. Prior to 2017, ** equal to Grades C and above).