Aerospace Engineering
University of the West of ScotlandCourse Overview
The BEng (Hon) Aerospace Engineering at University of the West of Scotland is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Paisley, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This new course will replace the hugely successful MEng (Hons) / BEng (Hons) Aircraft Engineering over the next few years. Building upon the strengths of Aircraft Engineering, the MEng (Hons) / BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering will commence with Year 1 entry only in September 2026. Let Your Engineering Career Soar The MEng (Hons) / BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering at UWS will provide you the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills needed for the design, build and technological advancement of aerospace vehicles and their systems. You will be able to explore and learn about... International tuition fees are £18,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCD including Maths and Physics |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points including Maths and Physics at Higher level |
| UCAS Points | 88 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,000
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 — University of the West of Scotland
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £30,500 | £34,000 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £34,500 | £42,500 |
UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
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
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of the West of Scotland
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