Bachelor in BEng (Hons) Aerospace Satellite Engineering

For Bachelor in BEng (Hons) Aerospace Satellite Engineering, tuition costs 21,500 GBP per year.

Join us in powering the next generation of space innovation.

Our BEng Aerospace Satellite Engineering course is designed to equip graduates with the specific technical and transferable skills required to thrive in the rapidly expanding space sector. Developed by world-leading academics alongside industry partners, this programme places students at the heart of our research and industry-led projects.

A distinctive feature of this programme is our focus on experiential learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Students will benefit from:

• Access to the £50 million North East Skills and Technology Centre (NESST), an investment featuring partners such as the UK Space Agency and Lockheed Martin.
• Hands-on experience in the Northumbria Space Technology Laboratory (NSTL), suitable for testing satellites and simulating space environments.
• Opportunities to design, build, and test satellite mission ideas and subsystems using industrial processes.
• Accreditation designed to meet the requirements of the IET.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.