About Aeronautics And Astronautics / Materials And Structures (meng) in University of Southampton
Learn about the materials used in aircraft and spacecraft, why they’re chosen, how they behave and why they sometimes fail. You’ll study the design and manufacture of fast-moving aircraft and spacecraft, then specialise in their materials, structures and analysis. MEng Aeronautics and Astronautics / Materials and Structures prepares you for a career in engineering design or further research.
Aeronautics and Astronautics looks at the science, engineering and manufacture of aircraft and spacecraft. On our aeronautical engineering courses you'll learn how they operate within our atmosphere and in space.
You’ll study the principles of aerospace engineering, then take more advanced modules in materials, construction and testing to learn about aeronautical and manufacturing engineering.
In year 3 you will do an individual research project. In year 4 you’ll take part in a group design project.
You’ll get hands-on experience in our extensive facilities, which include:
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dedicated student design studios and workshops
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the largest wind tunnel in any UK university
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new testing and structures research laboratory, part of the £48m National Infrastructure Laboratory
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jet laboratory with supersonic ramjet, turbojet and rocket engine
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professional manufacturing centre
As part of this course you can:
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showcase your work in our annual Engineering Design Show
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attend site visits to experience engineering in practice
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apply your engineering knowledge to solve a real-world problem
You can take this course with an additional year-long, paid placement. Apply with UCAS code H44H for the Industrial Placement Year option.
Entry requirements
Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level
English language requirements
The University of Southampton accepts the following UKVI secure English Language Tests:
- IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System)
- PTE Academic UKVI
- LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
- PSI Services (UK) Ltd; Skills for English UKVI (4 component)
- Trinity College London ISE (Integrated Skills in English)
Indian Standard XII in English Language (CBSE and ISC Boards)
Grade: 70% or above
IELTS score requirements: overall score 6.5
University of Southampton Highlights
University Type |
Research |
Tuition fees for Undergraduate Programs |
18,520- 24,950 GBP |
Tuition fees for Postgraduate Programs |
16,150 - 26,850 |
Year of Establishment |
1862 |
Exams accepted |
TOEFL,IELTS, PTE, |
No. of Campus |
7 |
Types of course offered |
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Foundation Year and Pre-sessional English language courses |
Official website |
https://www.southampton.ac.uk |
University of Southampton Cost of Attendance
For international candidates aspiring to study in the UK, it is mandatory to have an estimate of the cost of living at the university on-campus/ off-campus. The list of basic expenses to be considered for applying for admission at the institute is as detailed below.
Particulars |
Estimated Costs (in GBP) |
Tuition Fees for Undergraduate Programs |
18,520- 24,950 |
Tuition Fees for PG Taught Courses |
16,150 - 26,850 |
Tuition Fees for PG Research |
17,592 - 24,400 |
Accommodation |
540 |
Mobile phone and internet |
27 |
Transport (train and taxi) |
80 |
Food shopping |
74 |
Takeaways and snacks & Beverage |
33 |
Interests and hobbies |
46 |
Clothing |
42 |
Personal care |
12 |
Holidays and flights |
90 |
Bank charges and fees |
30 |
Other expenses |
21 |
Average monthly expenses |
1010 |