About this course
Develop the skills to work on future interplanetary missions, or create new electronic systems for unmanned air vehicles. On this course, you'll explore the emerging technologies in aerospace engineering. You'll take group and individual projects to gain valuable technical and professional experience. Whatever topics you choose, you'll be well prepared for a career in the aerospace industry.
MEng Aerospace Electronic Engineering looks at the electronic systems that are vital for aircraft and spacecraft.
On this 4-year integrated master's, you'll learn essential engineering skills and specialise in aerospace topics, such as:
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flight mechanics
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navigation and control
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GPS and radar techniques
Our expert academics bring industry experience to the classroom. They have worked on projects with NASA and the European Space Agency.
As part of your electronic engineering for aerospace degree you can:
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design and build your own electronic circuits, systems and computer software
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use our research facilities, including a computer laboratory, high-voltage lab and a £110m clean room
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take part in a group design project, where you'll work for an industry or academic customer
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develop your enterprise skills with help from our startup supporter, Future Worlds
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study engineering management and law to help your career
You can take this course with an additional year-long, paid placement. Apply with UCAS code H61I for the Industrial Studies option.
This degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Course location
This course is based at Highfield.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
Download the programme specification
The programme specification sets out the learning outcomes of this course and details how the course is taught and assessed.
Entry requirements
For Academic year 202021
A-levels
A*AA including mathematics (minimum grade A) and an additional required subject (minimum grade A)
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A*A*B including mathematics (minimum grade A*) and an additional required subject (minimum grade A*)
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AAAA including mathematics and an additional required subject
A-levels additional information
Required A-level subjects include mathematics and either physics, electronics or further mathematics. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where applicable.
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer:
AAA including mathematics and an additional required subject, plus grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows:
AAA including mathematics and an additional required subject _x000D_
or_x000D_
A*AB including grades A*A in mathematics and an additional required subject (in any order)_x000D_
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with 38 points overall with 18 points required at Higher Level including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation, and 6 at Higher Level in Physics
International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information
Required Higher Level subjects include mathematics and physics
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus grades A*A in A-level mathematics and an additional required A-level subject
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D* in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus grades AA in A-level mathematics and an additional required A-level subject
We do not accept the BTEC Extended Diploma or the BTEC Diploma without additional A-levels.
Applicants with a BTEC Extended Diploma or a BTEC Diploma should apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics/Geophysics Foundation Year
BTEC additional information
Required A-level subjects include mathematics and either physics, electronics or further mathematics. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where applicable.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
COVID-19: we've made some changes to the structure of the course for this academic year. Download the programme specification addendum in 'About this course' to learn more.
Year 1 and 2 modules are similar across all our Electronic Engineering courses and provide a grounding in essential engineering topics. You'll also focus on the foundations of aerospace electronics.
In years 3 and 4 you can follow your interests by choosing from a wide range of optional modules. You can also take modules from other subject areas.
You’ll work in high-spec electronics and computer labs, equipped with the latest technology, hardware and software.
Year 1 overview
Compulsory modules will cover the foundations of electronic engineering, including:
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mathematics
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physics
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electronics
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programming
You’ll study digital systems, and electrical materials and fields. We'll develop your practical skills through extensive laboratory classes.
You'll also develop your knowledge in key areas of aerospace engineering. These include:
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flight mechanics
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the essentials of modelling
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the dynamics of aerospace vehicles
Year 2 overview
You'll take aerospace and electronic engineering modules, including topics such as:
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signal processing
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control and communication
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radar techniques
You'll also take a group project to design, build and test an autonomous or remote controlled drone.
Year 3 overview
You'll complete your individual project, which will develop your planning, presentation and problem-solving skills, and let you choose a topic that interests you. It typically involves designing, building and testing a new aerospace electronic system, and can lead to students publishing their first scientific paper.
You'll study guidance, navigation and control , and space system engineering. You'll also choose from a wide range of modules such as:
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robotics
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cyber security
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operational research
You can also choose to:
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study a language
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take modules from other disciplines such as psychology or anthropology
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take a range of innovative interdisciplinary modules
Year 4 overview
With the group design project, you'll use the skills you've developed throughout the course, and experience working for an industry or academic customer.
You’ll choose from a range of optional modules to further your specialisation. Topics include:
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GPS applications
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robotic aerospace vehicles
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electronics for spacecraft
You can also apply to study abroad for a semester.
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
For entry in Academic Year 2021-22
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
Learning and assessment
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- lectures
- classes and tutorials
- coursework
- individual and group projects
- independent learning (studying on your own)
Course time
How you'll spend your course time:
Year 1
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 1:
How we'll assess you
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Academic support
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor and have access to a senior tutor.
Course leader
Stephen Gabriel is the course leader.
Careers
Your specialist skills as an aerospace engineer will be in great demand after you graduate. Most of our graduates go straight into electronic engineering and aerospace electronics jobs in high-tech companies.
You could work for a small or large aerospace company, join a high-tech start-up, or go into an aerospace engineering consultancy.
This degree is also a great foundation for further study at master's or PhD level.
Our Electronics and Computer Science graduates have secured roles at organisations including:
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Apple
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Amazon
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BAE Systems
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Ericsson Television
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Jaguar Land Rover
Our faculty's Careers Hub provides specialist career support and lets you connect with employers. It includes:
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an Electronics and Computer Science careers fair attended by major electronics companies
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an online jobs and placements portal
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paid summer internships
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support with job applications
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interview preparation
Contact us to speak to a careers practitioner in Engineering and Physical Sciences.
Careers services at Southampton
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019). Our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:
work experience schemes
CV and interview skills and workshops
networking events
careers fairs attended by top employers
a wealth of volunteering opportunities
study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a vibrant entrepreneurship culture and our dedicated start-up supporter, Futureworlds, is open to every student.
Work in industry
Students on this course are encouraged to spend 20 weeks in industry, usually as two 10-week summer placements.
Between years 2 and 3 you can apply to take an industrial placement year with one of our partner companies. This will allow you to graduate with a MEng degree with Industrial Studies. This option is open to both UK and international students.
During your placement, you'll apply the knowledge and skills you’ve developed during your degree, and gain vital professional engineering experience.
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £9,250.
- EU and international students pay £22,760.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and all examinations.
Find out how to:
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. Explore:
Bursaries, scholarships and other funding
If you're a UK or EU student and your household income is under £25,000 a year, you may be able to get a University of Southampton bursary to help with your living costs. Find out about bursaries and other funding we offer at Southampton.
If you're a care leaver or estranged from your parents, you may be able to get a specific bursary.
Get in touch for advice about student money matters.
Scholarships and grants
You may be able to get a scholarship or grant that's linked to your chosen subject area.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Services Centre offers support and advice on money to students. You may be able to access our Student Support fund and other sources of financial support during your course.
Funding for EU and international students
Find out about funding you could get as an international student.
How to apply
When you apply use:
- UCAS course code: H402
- UCAS institution code: S27
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We aim to respond to you within 2 to 6 weeks with a decision about your application.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
