This exciting degree focuses on the science and practice of air and space flight; the design, development, testing and production of aerospace vehicles; the maintenance and operation of aircraft; and aerospace research. To accommodate the international nature of the aerospace industry, you will receive the same depth of understanding as professional aerospace training programs in other industrial countries.
Our Aerospace Engineering degree focuses on airborne vehicles to meet future employment prospects in Australia (like aerodynamics, flight mechanics, propulsion and structures). The final-year course involves a team project integrating all aspects of aircraft design to meet a defined mission specification. To get you work ready, you'll apply your skills through 60 days of approved industry training.
Engineering at UNSW is known as a leader in engineering education and research. We’ve invested in this standing with a $1 billion refurbishment of our engineering facilities. We're ranked 1st in Australia and 31st globally for Engineering and Technology by QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.
Benefits of studying with us:
- Strong partnerships with industry in education, research, training and employment
- Learn and explore in best-in-class teaching labs and cutting-edge facilities which have just undergone a $67 million refurbishment including the Willis Annexe and Ainsworth Building
- Our facilities including a flight simulator, mechatronics research space, a refrigeration lab, six laser labs, machines for tensile and compression testing, an aerodynamics laboratory with four wind tunnels and mechanical workshop
- Study options that allow you to gain practical engineering skills working on multidisciplinary and collaborative projects and practical design courses in our ChallEng program.
Take part in interactive learning through the ChallEng program. The ChallENG program connects students, academics and companies to exciting, real-world projects and learning-based initiatives. The program will prepare you for your future career by helping develop technical and design skills and expanding your professional expertise.
At UNSW Engineering you’ll benefit from a diverse and welcoming community with plenty to keep you busy. UNSW Engineering boasts 16 student societies including a society for each school. Get involved in Queer Students in Stem, Women in Renewable Energy Society or Robogals. UNSW’s Women in Engineering (WIE) society runs social and industry events as well as programs designed to mentor and develop female engineers.