
Overview
Key facts
You have the choice of two specialist options which you chose once you commence your studies: Flight Dynamics or Aerodynamics.
Aerodynamics and flight dynamics will remain a key element in the development of future aircraft and in reducing civil transport environmental issues, making significant contributions to the next generation of aircraft configurations.
In the military arena, aerodynamic modelling and flight dynamics play an important role in the design and development of combat aircraft and unmanned air vehicles (UAVs). The continuing search for aerodynamic refinement and performance optimisation for the next generation of aircraft and surface vehicles creates the need for specialist knowledge of fluid flow behaviour.
Cranfield University has been at the forefront of postgraduate education in aerospace engineering since 1946. The MSc in Aerospace Dynamics from Cranfield University stems from the programme in Aerodynamics which was one of the first masters' courses offered by Cranfield and is an important part of our heritage. The integration of aerodynamics with flight dynamics reflects the long-term link with the aircraft flight test activity established by Cranfield.
Graduates of this course are eligible to join the Cranfield College of Aeronautics Alumni Association (CCAAA), an active community which holds a number of networking and social events throughout the year.
Career
Industry driven research makes our graduates some of the most desirable in the world for recruitment in a wide range of career paths within the aerospace and military sector. A successful graduate should be able to integrate immediately into an industrial or research environment and make an immediate contribution to the group without further training. Increasingly, these skills are in demand in other areas including automotive, environmental, energy and medicine. Recent graduates have found positions in the aerospace, automotive and related sectors.
Employers include:
- Airbus
- BAE Systems
- Onera
- Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR)
- Defence, Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL)
- QinetiQ
- Rolls-Royce plc
- Snecma
- Thales
Accreditation
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Flight Experimental Methods (Group Flight Test Report)
- Individual Research Project
- Compressible Flows
- Control Systems
- Experimental Aerodynamics
- Flight Dynamics Principles
- Flying Qualities and Flight Control
Audience
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Although there are no set application deadlines, we recommend that you apply as early as possible to secure your place.
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Disciplines
Aerospace Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 94 other Masters in Aerospace Engineering in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A first or second class UK Honours degree or equivalent in mathematics, physics or an engineering discipline.
- Applicants who do not fulfil the standard entry requirements can apply for the Pre-Masters programme, successful completion of which will qualify them for entry to this course for a second year of study.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
22150 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22150 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
10825 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10825 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Home:
- PgCert Full-time: £4,750
International:
- PgCert Full-time: £8,950
Living costs for Cranfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
- ISTAT Foundation Scholarships
- GREAT China Scholarship
- GREAT Thailand Scholarship
- The Cranfield Scholarship
- Masters Loan from Student Finance England
- Santander Scholarship
- Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Countries
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.