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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering

Loughborough University
Loughborough, England
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3 yearsDuration
£5,006Per Year (Intl)
£28,600Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PhD Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. Our reputation for pioneering and topical research is built on a long and successful history with aeronautical and automotive engineering. With programmes dating back to 1919, our reputation for research has been built on over 100 years of excellence. Our mission is to deliver world-leading excellence in our research, covering a full spectrum of engineering, technology and science activity essential to the fast-paced aeronautical and automotive industry. The department comprises of around 37 academic staff and nearly 150 postgraduate students on taught and research programmes. International tuition fees are £5,006 per year, home/UK fees are £28,600 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,500 within three years, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Aerodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
Combustion and Propulsion Systems
Vehicle Dynamics and Control
Structural Analysis and Materials Science
Research Methods and Academic Practice
Advanced Automotive Engineering Technologies
Computational Modelling and Simulation
Doctoral Research Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£5,006

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£15,018

Home Student Fee

£28,600

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
100%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Loughborough University

Loughborough University offers Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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