(PhD)Aerospace Engineering at University of Bristol

University of Bristol

United Kingdom, Bristol

University Rank:#51

The (PhD)Aerospace Engineering at University of Bristol is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Clifton campus in Bristol, United Kingdom, the program is taught in English and takes 4 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 36,974 / year, with the next intake on September 1, 2026.

About (PhD)Aerospace Engineering

Overview

Aerospace engineering research at Bristol is organised via cross-faculty research groups with interests spanning four key areas:

Fluid Flow and Aerodynamics
Bristol Composites Institute (BCI)
Dynamics and Control
Robotics.

This work is supported by at least 50 academic staff, more than 70 research staff and over 240 postgraduate students, plus a highly experienced administrative and technical support team.

Aerospace engineering is a specific discipline involving experimental, numerical, theoretical and computational research which is later applied to aerospace-related problems, for example, fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, wind turbines and UAVs.

All postgraduates would expect to publish in high-quality journals and present at international conferences. Hence, research programmes are aimed at independent and self-motivated applicants.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for (PhD)Aerospace Engineering at University of Bristol

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

PhD applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of a master's degree (or international equivalent) in a science, mathematics or engineering discipline. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first class undergraduate degree. Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of readiness to pursue a research degree.

MSc by Research applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of an upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in science, mathematics or engineering and demonstrate readiness to pursue a research degree.

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level E.

Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

Go to admissions statement

English Program Requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level E.

Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.

Career Opportunities after Completing (PhD)Aerospace Engineering

Career prospectsGraduates from the department leave with a breadth of technical and personal skills and expertise, far beyond their particular degree specialism. They progress into a wide variety of careers within engineering (for example, aerospace, automotive/motorsport, transportation, consulting engineering), academia, public services (for example, civil service, air traffic management) and commerce (for example, IT, finance). A higher degree can accelerate your career significantly, particularly into positions of greater responsibility. Furthermore, it increasingly provides entrepreneurial opportunities, which build on the skills and knowledge you acquire during the programme.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

36,974 / year

(PhD)Aerospace Engineering at University of Bristol

University of Bristol

United Kingdom, Bristol