The MSc Aerospace Engineering (18 Month Route) at the University of Hertfordshire is a full-time 18 Months Postgraduate program in the field of Engineering. Delivered at the University's Hatfield campus in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, the course offers a balanced mix of academic study and practical experience.
Ideal for Bangladeshi students and other international applicants, this program provides high-quality education at a full-time competitive international tuition fee of £ 17,250 Starting each January, September, it is designed to equip students with essential skills for advanced study and professional growth.
The University of Hertfordshire offers modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring international students receive the guidance and resources needed for success. With a welcoming campus community and dedicated support services, Bangladeshi students can confidently plan their study abroad journey in the United Kingdom through this program.
Course Highlights
This is an integrated degree programme that brings together the key generic skills of management and research methods with specific modules focusing on aerodynamics and flight mechanics. This approach will help you to develop your critical thinking skills as a future engineering manager, or technical specialist enabling you effectively to analyse technical and or management issues. The programme aims to:
- equip you with the theory and the practice of relevant subjects, technologies and analytical tools to provide solutions for aerospace and related manufacturing problems.
- provide a blend of knowledge and application experience through case studies and project work.
- focus on the links between analysis and design and the supporting skills of management.
- provide education and experience which enhances prospects of professional employment within the industry.
Course Modules
- Aeroelasticity
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Aerospace Aerodynamics
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Aerospace Materials and Manufacturing
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- CFD & Applications
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- FEM & Applications
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Flight Mechanics
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Flight Simulation
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Propulsion Technology and Applications
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
Learning Structure
The School has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning, where nearly all MSc modules are delivered through a combination of traditional face-to-face teaching and backup tutorial's using the University's StudyNet web based facility. StudyNet allows students to access electronic teaching and learning resources, and conduct electronic discussion's with staff and other students. A heavy emphasis is placed on theory and practice and the School has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible.
The School also operate an open access laboratory, and computer policy, that will help students complete coursework and assignments, at a scheduled pace and on time.
Entry Requirements
- A 4-year Honours degree (or equivalent) in aerospace or aerospace systems engineering discipline with CGPA 2.75 or 55% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS Academic
- Overall 6.0
- With minimum 5.5 in each components
- TOEFL iBT
- Overall 65
- Minimum in Listening: 17, Reading: 17, Speaking: 18, Writing: 17
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic
- Overall 51
- With minimum 51 in each components
- LanguageCert Academic
- Overall 65
- With minimum 60 in each bands
- OIETC (Oxford International English Test Centre)
- Overall B2
- With minimum B1 in each bands
- Duolingo
- Overall 90
- With minimum 82 in each bands
Study Gaps
For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
To strengthen your profile, it is important to:
- Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
- Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
- Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.
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Last reviewed on 30 August 2025.