| Aeronautics is the science behind the design of vehicles and structures that interact with air, with application to aircraft and other flight vehicles, motorsports, and energy. This professionally accredited degree covers a broad base of engineering, computational and analytical skills, as well as the specific knowledge and experience required for careers in the aeronautical industry. The first year provides a solid introduction to broad-based physical and engineering subjects. We introduce more specialised aeronautical material, such as aerodynamics and the mechanics of flight, from year two onwards. You will follow the third year curriculum from the standard programme, which involves the study of core modules and a diverse selection of optional modules in the third year (see Structure for a module list).
You will also take part in a six-week design project at the end of the third year in which you replicate a real design office in either an aircraft company or a Formula One racing team. You will go through all the main stages in the design of a new vehicle, including aerodynamic profiling, structural design, engine sizing and autopilot synthesis. You will choose your role in the team according to your own preferences. You spend the year between the third and fourth year undertaking a placement in industry, typically with a Formula One racing team or with an aircraft manufacturer. You will be responsible for organising your own placement, though the Department has strong links with industry and can offer advice on companies to approach. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 85 to 90 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
We accept Canadian provincial high school diplomas with scores of 85%–90% overall across all grade 12 subjects, including 85%–90% in at least five grade 12 subjects including required subjects (exact requirements will depend upon on your degree of interest).
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.