Bachelor in Beng Honours Aerospace Engineering With Foundation Year

Tuition fees are 18,000 GBP per year.

Graduates from this programme are equipped to pursue diverse professional roles in aerospace research and development, manufacturing, product design, testing, and simulation. The curriculum is specifically designed to prepare students for the complexities of modern engineering, ensuring they are ready to address critical industry challenges such as decarbonisation and the development of next-generation space missions.

This course is ideal for students who require additional academic preparation before commencing degree-level study. By integrating a foundation year, it provides a supportive entry route into the field of aerospace engineering. Participants benefit from an environment that mirrors professional aerospace practice, working on industry-led projects from the very first day. Students develop technical expertise in core areas including aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and flight dynamics, while gaining hands-on experience in CAD, materials testing, and flight simulation.

Applied Industry Focus

The programme distinguishes itself through its strong emphasis on project-based learning and direct industry engagement. Students collaborate on live projects, participate in national and international engineering competitions—such as the UKSEDS rocketry challenges and IMechE UAS competitions—and have the flexibility to undertake a year-long work placement with high-profile companies like Rolls-Royce, Airbus, and Boeing. This practical approach ensures students do not just learn the theory of flight and system design, but actively apply it within labs, workshops, and virtual environments that reflect the commercial sector.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.