Aerospace Engineering MEng - 2022/3
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MEng Aerospace Engineering
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| BEng (Hons) | Aerospace Engineering |
| Ord | Aerospace Engineering |
| DipHE | Aerospace Engineering |
| CertHE | Aerospace Engineering |
| BSc (Hons) | Aerospace Engineering |
Professional recognition
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
Accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | UFE15900 | 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with PTY | UFE15900 | 600 credits and 300 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Engineering (Bachelor)
Other internal and / or external reference points
The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes : UK-SPEC (Engineering Council UK)
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences - Mechanical Engineering Sciences
Programme Leader
VIQUERAT Andrew (Mech Eng Sci)
Date of production/revision of spec
12/09/2023
Educational aims of the programme
- Develops in graduates the knowledge, understanding, practical and inter-personal transferable skills so as to prepare them for practice as professional engineers and scientists in industry, the public services and the academic world.
- Incorporates specialisation in Aerospace Engineering.
- Provides additional deepening and broadening in both theory and application beyond the BEng programme.
- Matches the standards required for the full educational base of a chartered engineer
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. | K | MEng | M1 |
| Develop critical awareness of wider context of engineering and new developments | KC | MEng | M1 |
| Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. | KC | MEng | M2 |
| Evaluate available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles | KC | MEng | M2 |
| Use engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete and discuss the limitations of the techniques employed | KC | MEng | M2 |
| Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex engineering problems | KC | MEng | M3 |
| Discuss limitations of computational and analytical modelling techniques for a given application | KC | MEng | M3 |
| Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems | KCP | MEng | M4 |
| Design solutions for complex engineering problems that evidence some originality | CP | MEng | M5 |
| Consider health + safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards | CPT | MEng | M5 |
| Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems | KC | MEng | M6 |
| Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems and minimise adverse impacts | CPT | MEng | M7 |
| Consider the entire life-cycle of a product or process | PT | MEng | M7 |
| Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices | PT | MEng | M8 |
| Be aware of professional codes of conduct | P | MEng | M8 |
| Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity | PT | MEng | M9 |
| Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks | PT | MEng | M10 |
| Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice | PT | MEng | M11 |
| Recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion | PT | MEng | M11 |
| Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems | PT | MEng | M12 |
| Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations | KC | MEng | M13 |
| Recognise the limitations of materials, equipment engineering technologies and processes | KC | MEng | M13 |
| Discuss the role of quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of complex problems | PT | MEng | M14 |
| Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management | PT | MEng | M15 |
| Apply knowledge of relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights | PT | MEng | M15 |
| Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. | PT | MEng | M16 |
| Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance | PT | MEng | M16 |
| Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences | PT | MEng | M17 |
| Evaluate the effectiveness of chosen methods of communication | PT | MEng | M17 |
| Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD | PT | MEng | M18 |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Integrated Master's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of 480 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5, 6 and 7). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Honours) (360 credits)
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Full-time with PTY
This Integrated Master's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over five academic years, consisting of 600 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5, 6, 7 and the optional professional training year). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Honours) (360 credits)
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1061 | MATHEMATICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1062 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1063 | MATERIALS & STATICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1064 | DESIGN & COMPONENT PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1065 | MATHEMATICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1066 | SOLID MECHANICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1068 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1091 | EXPERIMENTAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2088 | SOLID MECHANICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2089 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2091 | AERODYNAMICS & FLIGHT MECHANICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2096 | AIRCRAFT STRUCTURES & AEROELASTICITY | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2124 | NUMERICAL METHODS & APPLIED PROGRAMMING | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2125 | DESIGN SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2126 | DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Module Selection for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 1: no options
Semester 2: choose 1 of the 3 listed optional modules
Year 4 - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 4 - FHEQ Level 7
Semester 1: choose Advanced Research Project or 1 from the listed 5 other optional modules
Semester 2: if Advanced Research Project was selected in Semester 1 select 2 modules from the listed 7 optional modules. If Advanced Research Project was not selected in Semester 1, select 3 modules from the listed 7 optional modules.
Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1061 | MATHEMATICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1062 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1063 | MATERIALS & STATICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1064 | DESIGN & COMPONENT PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1065 | MATHEMATICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1066 | SOLID MECHANICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1068 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1091 | EXPERIMENTAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2088 | SOLID MECHANICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2089 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2091 | AERODYNAMICS & FLIGHT MECHANICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2096 | AIRCRAFT STRUCTURES & AEROELASTICITY | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2124 | NUMERICAL METHODS & APPLIED PROGRAMMING | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2125 | DESIGN SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2126 | DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Module Selection for Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 1: no options
Semester 2: choose 1 of the 3 listed optional modules
Professional Training Year (PTY) -
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGP012 | PROFESSIONAL TRAINING YEAR MODULE (FULL-YEAR WORK) | Core | 120 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Professional Training Year (PTY) -
N/A
Year 4 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 4 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 7
Semester 1: choose Advanced Research Project or 1 from the listed 5 other optional modules
Semester 2: if Advanced Research Project was selected in Semester 1 select 2 modules from the listed 7 optional modules. If Advanced Research Project was not selected in Semester 1, select 3 modules from the listed 7 optional modules.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | Y | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
Other information
Note that for MEng students the PTY may be taken either between FHEQ Levels 5 + 6, or between FHEQ Levels 6 + 7.
To remain on the MEng Programme or to transfer in from the BEng programme, a student, in addition to the normal progression requirements, is normally required to achieve an aggregate mark of at least 50% at the end of FHEQ Level 6. MEng students dropping below an aggregate mark of 50% in FHEQ level 6 and above, but otherwise satisfying the normal progression requirements, may exit to the corresponding BEng Hons with at least 360 (480 if with PTY) credits.
Quality assurance
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Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2022/3 academic year.