Course summary
Aerospace is one of the fastest growing industries in the UK with exciting opportunities to work in Wales and across the world. The sector has seen consistent growth in recent years, and supports a growing number of high-skill, high-value jobs. If you have a passion for aircraft, or you simply wish to develop into an engineer with wide and varied engineering skills applicable across a wide range of industries, then this course is right for you. The programme is based at our International Centre for Aerospace Training (ICAT) and you will be taught by experienced engineering staff who have relevant industrial experience in the aeronautical engineering sector. This course is ideal for those wanting to progress into aerospace technology management or gain professional recognition, by progressing to Incorporated Engineer Status.
Modules
Year 1– level 4: Engineering Design Engineering Mathematics Engineering Science Managing a Professional Engineering Project Aircraft Aerodynamics Aircraft Electrical Power and Distribution Systems CAD/CAM Airframe Mechanical Systems Year 2 - level 5: Research Project Professional Engineering Management Further Mathematics Aircraft Flight Control Systems Aircraft Propulsion Principles and Technology Avionic Systems Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Design and Performance
Assessment method
Assessment for the course is designed, where possible, to simulate the variety of tasks that graduates from the programme may encounter in relevant employment. Where necessary other academic assessment devices, such as a formal examination are also used.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- AG02
- Institution code:
- C16
- Campus name:
- International Centre for Aerospace Training (ICAT)
- Campus code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - BC
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A* - D
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Other level 3 qualifications may be acceptable. Mature students without the standard entry requirements but with related work experience will be considered.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://cavc.ac.uk/en/courses/hnd-in-aeronautical-engineering
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 51 |
We also accept other English language examination equivalents. The standard requirement is equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6000* | Year 1 |
| EU | £15000* | Year 1 |
| International | £15000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Students have access to a wide range of resources including textbooks, publications, and computers in the College library and via online resources. In most cases they are more than sufficient to complete a course of study. Where there are additional costs, either obligatory or optional, these are detailed on the College website (on individual course pages). Of course students may choose to purchase their own additional personal resources/tools over and above those listed to support their studies at their own expense. All stationery and printing costs are at a student’s own expense.
EU students who have settled or pre-settled status in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme, may be eligible for student finance and be designated as a home student for fees purposes. Irish nationals are eligible for support under the Common Travel Area arrangement.
Sponsorship information
CAVC has a range of bursaries and scholarships that students on undergraduate, higher education programmes can apply for to support their studies. Applicants can find more information by visiting the college website
Provider information
Cardiff and Vale College
City Centre Campus
Dumballs Road
Cardiff
CF10 5FE