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Heriot-Watt University's Aerospace Engineering programme was ranked top 10 in the UK and 1st in Scotland by the Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

Find out more about our 3 year honours degree option.

UCAS codeH3A1

LevelUndergraduate

Delivery typeFull Time

Degree qualificationBEng (Hons)

Mode of deliveryOn-Campus

Duration3-4 years

LocationEdinburgh

Start dateSeptember

Our BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering provides you with the core skills and specialist knowledge needed to launch your thriving career as an aerospace engineering, combining the core disciplines of mechanical engineering with specific application to aerospace engineering, with a strong focus on the current and emerging needs of the aeronautical industry.

This programme is aimed at those who are interested in getting a career in designing, developing and building aircraft, spacecraft, and satellites. You’ll take courses from across our engineering disciplines to ensure you gain a foundation of essential knowledge.

Throughout your studies, you will apply your learned theoretical knowledge to practical work, using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities including wind tunnels, a supersonic test rig, and industry-standard software for computational fluid dynamics, finite element, and computer aided design.

Reasons to study this programme:

Global Perspective: Opportunity to study at Heriot-Watt’s campus in Dubai through the Go Global programme.

Blend of skills: A curriculum based on a mix of mandatory and elective courses to develop skills that combine knowledge on biological sciences and sought after soft skills, such as problem-solving, communication, and practical presentation skills.

Excellence in Rankings: We take pride in our ranking as the 1st in Scotland in the Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through optional courses, including energy studies, spacecraft systems, automotive technologies and orbital mechanics.

Supported learning: Delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and laboratory practicals and be assessed by coursework, examinations and an individual project while receiving support and feedback throughout the programme.

World-class facilities: Gain access to specialist equipment, computing software and labs, including a large-scale aerospace engineering lab for practical work in dynamics, materials and design, machining and manufacturing facilities, 3D printers a uniaxial testing machine and more.

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Our expertise

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Your learning will be informed by the expertise of our research-active aerospace engineers and academics.

96% of Heriot-Watt University’s engineering research was classed as world-leading in the REF 2021 review, which ranked us 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for engineering research through a joint submission with the University of Edinburgh. Heriot-Watt has been ranked first in Scotland for General Engineering (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2023).

We were recently ranked 1st in Scotland for Mechanical Engineering in the Guardian University Guide 2026. Heriot-Watt University also achieved 2nd in Scotland for Mechanical Engineering in the Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, reflecting the exceptional quality of our teaching, research, and industry engagement in the field.

Our BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering is directly informed by the world class research carried out by Heriot-Watt’s Mechanical, Process and Energy Engineering (IMPEE) research institute which focuses on promoting excellence across four main research themes:

Biomedical Engineering

Digital Engineering

Energy Harvesting and Conversion

Multiphase Flow

The research relevance of this undergraduate programme ensures your studies remain cutting-edge and industry focused.

Go Global

Go Global is our student mobility programme, allowing you to seamlessly transfer your studies to one of our global campuses, or to a partner university. Live and learn in a new country, experience different cultures and build a global perspective, while continuing your degree without interruption.

Inter-Campus Transfer: Dubai

Discover new friends and places with an inter-campus transfer to Dubai.

Inter-Campus Transfer: Malaysia

Discover new friends and places with an inter-campus transfer to Malaysia.

Course content

September Intake - Edinburgh

Mandatory September

Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Mechanics, Fields and Forces

Engineering in Context 1

Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 1

Mandatory January

Introduction to Aerospace Engineering

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 2

Engineering in Context 2

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Student testimonials

It’s been life-changing. I’ve met amazing people, done work that matters, and proved to myself — and to others — that I belong here.

I came here to break barriers. And I’m just getting started.Uriel Rivera

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Fees and funding

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September 2027 intake tuition fees

Scotland

Paid by SAAS

England / Wales / N Ireland / Rep of Ireland

International

Status: Your residency status is usually defined as the country where you have been ordinarily resident for the three years before the start of your course.

International: 'International' includes applicants from European Union countries who do not hold Pre-Settled or Settled status in UK. (This does not include students from the Republic of Ireland - see above).

Scholarships and bursaries

Bursaries for students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales

In addition to government loans and grants towards the costs of fees and living costs, we are offering generous financial support to attract and support eligible undergraduate students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales:

Heriot-Watt University Bursary (up to £3,100 per year)View details

Entry requirements

If joining us in September 2027, please see the entry requirements below. Heriot-Watt offers different entry requirements, depending on your background.

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Standard entry requirements

Highers AABB (over two sittings). Must include Maths and one of Physics or Engineering Science, with one required subject achieved at A.

A-Levels BBC. Must include Maths and Physics, with both achieved at B.

International Baccalaureate 29 points. Must include Maths and Physics, with both achieved at Higher Level 5.

BTEC Extended Diploma DMM. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics.

HNC A in graded unit. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics. All HNCs must include Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3.

HND AB / BA in graded units. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics. All HNDs must include Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3.

Please check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements.

Minimum entry requirements*

Highers BBBC (over two sittings). Must include Maths and one of Physics or Engineering Science, with both required subjects achieved at B.

A-Levels BCC. Must include Maths and Physics, with one required subject achieved at B.

HNC B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics. All HNCs must include Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3.

HND BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics. All HNDs must include Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3.

*Minimum: under our Fair Access Policy, we will relax our standard entry requirements for some Scottish and Rest of UK status students depending on their circumstances. Our minimum requirements will apply if you:

live in an area within the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation lowest 20% (SIMD20) or POLAR4 Quintile 1 regions (RUK)

or are care experienced.

We can also make exceptions for some Scottish students with grades above minimum but below standard. Read more about our Minimum and standard entry requirements.

Additional information

For all years, applications are welcomed from holders of non-school qualifications, mature candidates and overseas students.

If you do not see your qualifications here please contact us at studywithus@hw.ac.uk

For applicants studying HNC, HND or BTEC qualifications, when submitting your application please ensure you list in full all the units you are currently studying, as specific units (e.g. in Maths) may be required.

Examples of a relevant HNC, HND or BTEC Engineering subject may include Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics / Electrical Engineering / Engineering Systems / Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.

The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5.

Please see our detailed English language requirements.

Why Heriot-Watt

We have been producing career-ready graduates since 1821. With our roots as the world’s first Mechanics Institute, Heriot-Watt is a pioneering university with a global reach.

At Heriot-Watt, learning goes beyond the lecture theatre. We tackle real world challenges through extraordinary research – from climate change to protecting our oceans, to advancing life-saving medical breakthroughs and shaping the next generation of AI. We are also committed to developing forward-thinking design and sustainable business practices that impact industries worldwide. On our campuses you’ll find some of the world’s most advanced facilities, while our strong industry links set you up for career success. This is why almost 90% of our graduates are in employment or further education (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).

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