Aircraft Engineering
University of the West of ScotlandCourse Overview
Offered by University of the West of Scotland, the BEng (Hon) Aircraft Engineering provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in computing and information technology. Based in Paisley, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Please note that this hugely successful programme is being replaced with the new B/MEng Hons Aerospace Engineering. Applications for Year 1 entry in September 2026 should be made to BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering H420. OVERVIEW Prepare yourself for a career in the aerospace industry with BEng (Hons) Aircraft Engineering. Designed in partnership with industry, this programme will provide you with the skills required to work effectively in the aircraft design, manufacturing, aerodynamic and structural design and repair and overhaul sectors. International tuition fees are £18,000 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 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 £26,500 within three years, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC Including Maths and Physics, for Year 2 entry |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Entry to year 2, including Maths and Physics |
🗣️ 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
£1,820
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 | £26,000 | £30,000 | £34,000 |
| 3 years | £20,500 | £26,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £26,000 | £33,000 | £40,000 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 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). 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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About University of the West of Scotland
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