Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering for 2010

Course overview

Aerospace engineering is concerned with the analysis, design and construction of flight vehicles. It encompasses the science and technology of vehicles operating within the Earth's atmosphere or in space. This branch of engineering utilises a number of advanced technologies including aerodynamics, aerostructures, avionics, propulsion, material science and computational simulation.

The first year of the aerospace engineering program is similar to the common first year of the Bachelor of Engineering but includes an introductory aerospace engineering unit. For full details of the course structure and units studied visit the University handbook entry for this course (link below).

Optional flight training is available through an agreement with the Australian College of Aviation, Moorabbin Airport. (Please note that flight training is not part of the degree program.)

Duration, campus, fees and application information

Career outlook

Many aerospace engineering graduates work in the three main fields of design and manufacture, research and development and airworthiness operations.

Aerospace engineering reaches beyond traditional aerospace applications into areas such as automobiles, energy production and conservation, lightweight materials and new manufacturing techniques. The aerospace facilities and support industry is another emerging employer.

Graduates could join a large aerospace company, a general manufacturer that specialises in contracting to the aerospace industry, an airline or a government aerospace laboratory or research centre. Formula I teams employ a large number of aerospace engineers. Graduates are also sought by other professions, including management consulting and finance.

Double degree options

• Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering / Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering / Bachelor of Laws
• Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering / Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering