How to Apply

All undergraduate applications must be made through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).

UK/EU students can apply between mid September 2008 and 15 January 2009 and International students can apply between mid September 2008 and 30 June 2009, for entry in October 2009.

While the average level entry onto our degree programmes is among the highest in the UK, we always look carefully at each individual application. In addition to your examination grades, we also take into account your personal statement and references. These give us an indication of your personal attributes and your enthusiasm for your chosen area of study.

Typical entry requirements of Aeronautics & Astronautics and Mechanical Engineering courses
Qualification Grade
GCSE English Language, at Grade C or above
A-level AAA, including Mathematics and Physics (General Studies not accepted)
Scottish Advanced Highers AAA, including Mathematics and Physics (General Studies not accepted)
IB 34 overall, with a total of 12 from Mathematics and Physics at Higher level

Note: The entry requirements for MEng Aeronautics & Astronautics / European Studies also require a grade A in GCSE French or German.

Typical entry requirements of Ship Science courses
Qualification Grade
GCSE English Language, at Grade C or above
A-level AAB, including maths and physics (general studies not accepted)
Scottish Advanced Highers AAB, including maths and physics (general studies not accepted)
IB 34 overall, 17 at Higher Level, including a total of 12 in Maths and Physics

Students with BTEC, Access, Irish leaving certificate and other qualifications will generally be admitted via the Engineering Foundation Year (H008).