BEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering (Manufacturing) - University of the West of England, Bristol

Aerospace engineers find creative solutions to problems of industry, the environment and society. Our Aerospace Engineering Apprenticeship (Level 6) trains aerospace professionals to become qualified engineers. Train with us and prepare to solve real-world engineering challenges, such as the sustainability of the aerospace industry.  Our new inclusive, problem-based curriculum will broaden our engineering audience, enabling students from a wider range of backgrounds to pursue a career in engineering. The course is already popular with employers, such as Airbus, Rolls-Royce and GKN, to name a few. This curriculum is mapped to the Aerospace Engineer Apprenticeship Standard, approved by employers from across the aerospace sector, and by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE). Professional Bodies such as the Royal Aeronautical Society have been involved in this process, ensuring our graduate engineers achieve the required skills and competencies.

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths All apprentices must be employed by an aerospace-related organisation. The apprentice must hold current registration with one of the statutory regulators of aerospace professions e.g. i.e. The Royal Aeronautical Society.

Indicative content We'll also support your mathematics development throughout the apprenticeship. So you’ll be comfortable using maths to solve engineering problems in your workplace. Year One Engineering Practice 1 Solid Mechanics, Materials and Manufacturing Dynamics Modelling and Simulation Aerospace Thermofluids Aerospace Engineering Year Two Engineering Practice 2 Engineering Research Structural Mechanics Fundamental Aerodynamics Flight Aerospace Systems Design Fundamental Aero-Propulsion Year Three Engineering Project (compulsory) Aerospace Group Design Project (compulsory) Professionalism for Engineers (compulsory) Aero Structures Composite Engineering Further Aerodynamics Further Aero-Propulsion Integrated Electro-Mechanical Systems Digital Manufacturing in Aerospace

You'll learn through a mixture of taught lectures, tutorials and lab practicals. The curriculum enhances your learning through engineering projects, applying theory to practice. This apprenticeship has a 50% project-based core, so you'll supplement your learning with practical group and hands-on individual projects. When not studying at university, you’ll learn through on-the-job training in your role.

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Assessment takes several forms, including open-book examinations, scenario-based questions, lab experiments and presentations. You'll also complete a structured skills portfolio, supplemented by reflective analysis. We'll also assess you through an online DEWIS assessment. This mathematical e-assessment tool will support your maths development. We've integrated mathematics in our engineering curriculum to build your skills early on.

As you graduate, you’ll be ready to sit your Apprenticeship End Point Assessment. Successfully completing this assessment proves you’ve reached the required professional standard. You'll be able to use your learning and successful apprenticeship to show your engineering expertise in the workplace