Aerospace Engineering
Queen's University BelfastCourse Overview
The BEng (Hon) Aerospace Engineering at Queen's University Belfast is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Aerospace Engineering is at the cutting edge of technology, applying scientific principles to the design, development and service of some of the most technologically advanced engineering products in the world. Aerospace engineers are responsible for not only the development of commercial aeroplanes and helicopters, but also spacecraft and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Aerospace engineers work in multidisciplinary environments, designing and supporting vehicles which operate in extreme settings. International tuition fees are £25,300 per year, home/UK fees are £4,750 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 82% student satisfaction rating, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Including A-level Mathematics + one from Physics (preferred), Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Technology & Design or Double Award Life and Health Sciences. A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction* being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level. A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation. |
| International Baccalaureate | 33 points Successful completion of IB Diploma Programme with 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Mathematics + Physics (preferred)/Biology/Chemistry. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£25,300
per year
Home Student Fee
£4,750
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Queen's University Belfast
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £33,000 | £34,000 |
UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10-01-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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