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  Aircraft Design option - Aerospace Vehicle Design (MSc)


Cranfield University    Aerospace

Full time October, March MSc See website for details
Engineering (12)

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The Aerospace Vehicle Design (MSc) programme at Cranfield University offers the Aircraft Design option, focusing on the design of modern and efficient aircraft. This specialist programme covers aerodynamic performance, lightweight structures, and advanced systems engineering. It provides a comprehensive overview of the entire aircraft design process, including structures and systems integration. The course is suitable for students who want to gain knowledge in aircraft design and the design of aircraft structures and systems. Entry requirements include a first or second class UK Honours degree in engineering, or equivalent. For those with alternative qualifications, a one-year Pre-Master's preparatory course is available. Graduates of this programme have excellent career prospects in the aerospace industry.

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To design modern efficient aircraft requires a complex combination of aerodynamic performance, lightweight durable structures and advanced systems engineering. This specialist MSc Aerospace Vehicle Design option explores how different structural and systems elements can be designed and integrated using up-to-date methods and techniques.

Who is it for?

This option is suitable for those students wishing to gain an overview of the whole aircraft design process as well as the design of aircraft structures and systems. 

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Entry Requirements

A first or second class UK Honours degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline. There is a limited opportunity for candidates with other qualifications to enter the course via a one-year Pre-Master's preparatory course, which provides the necessary level of knowledge of engineering principles applicable to aerospace design.



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Student Profile

Lauren Carter

"I believe my MSc was invaluable in preparing me for my current role – covering a broad range of subjects has been extremely useful when liaising with different departments.
I got my job through the links Cranfield had with the company I’m currently working for, who were really impressed by the range of subjects covered as well as the detail and professionalism of my project.”

Scholarships

Cranfield University, in partnership with the British Council, is proud to join the Women in STEM Scholarship initiative by offering five fully funded scholarships for female students from wider Europe. We are looking for women with a background in STEM, who can demonstrate their need for financial support and who wish to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM.

This scholarship programme aims to increase opportunities in STEM for girls and women. According to data from the UN Scientific Education and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), fewer than 30 percent of researchers worldwide are women and only 30 percent of female students select STEM-related fields in higher education.

What it covers
A full scholarship which includes tuition fees, stipend, travel costs, visa and health coverage fees.

Who can apply
We are looking for applicants who:
- are a woman (cis-gendered or trans) or identify as non-binary
- are a citizen and resident of are a citizen and resident of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia.
- are able to take up a full-time course of study in the UK for the academic year from Sept/Oct 2024-25
- can demonstrate a need for financial support
- have an undergraduate degree that will enable them to gain access onto one of the eligible Cranfield Masters courses
- can attain the level of English required for postgraduate study at a UK university
- are active in the field with work experience or a proven interest in their subject area
- are passionate about their course of study and are willing to engage as committed British Council scholarship alumni

Value of Scholarship(s)

A full scholarship which includes tuition fees, stipend, travel costs, visa and health coverage fees.

Application Procedure

The first step is to check that your course choice is eligible and submit a scholarship application using the link below. This form should be submitted before you make an application for admission to your chosen Cranfield course. If your scholarship application progresses to the next stage you will be given instructions on the further steps you must undertake. Please do not submit an application for admission to Cranfield University until you are advised to do so.

You must complete the online application form even if you have already received an offer to study at Cranfield or have deferred your offer from a previous year. Only applicants who have completed the online scholarship application form can be considered.


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We have a limited number of scholarships available for the next intake of full-time master's students. Funding opportunities are available to recognise academic success and enable you to enrol at Cranfield University to continue your studies as a postgraduate learner.

Value of Scholarship(s)

Variable by course and applicant

Eligibility

What it covers -
Scholarships cover part of the tuition fee and the amount you can be awarded is at the discretion of the course director for the programme you have applied for.

Who can apply -
In order to be considered, you need to show both aptitude and ability for the subject you have applied for. Scholarships are available for full-time master's courses.

Application Procedure

Applicants wishing to be considered for a Cranfield Scholarship should indicate their interest on their course application form including a short statement of why they should be considered.


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