MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Industrial Placement Year in Preston United Kingdom | University of Lancashire

In this Aerospace Engineering program, you'll apply knowledge gained from our faculty experts to analyze and design aircraft and spacecraft. Read less The curriculum covers aerodynamics, structural design, propulsion systems, flight mechanics, mechanical engineering principles, and CAD technologies. In your third year, you'll undertake an innovative aerospace research project, followed by a collaborative design project in Year 4 that develops essential teamwork skills. Graduates emerge with comprehensive aerospace engineering training, equipped for diverse career paths that transform concepts into functional aircraft. Potential industries include aviation, space exploration, defense, automotive, biotech, computing, electronics, energy, and manufacturing. Those inclined toward theoretical aspects can pursue academic research or teaching opportunities, including postgraduate aerospace studies at our institution. The Aerospace Society hosts lectures, industry visits, and competitions, and students are encouraged to join the Royal Aeronautical Society for networking and professional development.
Our sandwich degree options combine academic rigor with practical industry experience, helping students develop workplace competencies and graduate career-ready.

Alumni frequently report that their placement year provided invaluable hands-on learning from industry professionals, often leading to employment opportunities in related fields after graduation.