What will I learn?
To equip you with the right set of skills and knowledge, you will explore various disciplines in this BSc programme.
As an Aerospace Engineering student you will:
- Test aerodynamics in windtunnels
- Calculate satellite orbits
- Explore aircraft and rocket propulsion, aircraft operation, satellites, drones,
- Perform material testing in laboratories
- Work on all the disciplines of aerospace engineering
- Use aircraft, rockets and satellites as subjects of study to help you develop the basic technical knowledge.
This will enable you to design aircraft, satellites, and windturbines. In addition to the technical foundation, you will learn how to guide processes in order to develop new products. You will also get to know projects made possible through this combination of knowledge, such as the Delfly dragonfly drone with flapping wings and the NUNA solar car.
As you progress through the programme, the emphasis shifts from theory to application. The academic year is divided into four ten-week periods. This means that you will have examinations four times each year. Lectures are alternated with tutorials, laboratory courses and projects, in which you apply what you have learned. The emphasis during project-based education is on learning to design in teams.
Structure of the bachelor
The Aerospace Engineering bachelor is a three-year program. Every academic year consists of four educational periods of ten weeks. Each educational period has seven regular teaching weeks, one week for exam preparation and two weeks of exams.
Mathematics and physics & AE
Mathematics can be seen as the language of physics. Advanced mathematical knowledge is used to support the theory and application of physics in the aerospace realm.
Distribution of courses
27% Aerospace design
30% Aerospace Engineering & Technology
26% Basic Engineering Sciences
17% Minor program
*In the study guide please select the tab "Program" on the left-hand side. After that select the fields "Organization" and "Education type" in the top blue navigation bar.
During the first year you will get familiar with the basics of engineering design as well as dive into maths and physics. The accompanying theory is provided to the student in a multitude of ways, under the guidance of professors and students in higher years. The degree is taught in English from day one.
Courses
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- Exploring Aerospace Engineering & Design
- Aerospace Design & Construction
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- Introduction to Aerospace Engineering
- Aerospace Materials & Structures
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- Engineering Mechanics
- Physics
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Linear Algebra
- Programming & Scientific computing in Python
During the second year the focus will shift from the basics towards aerospace specific courses. The basic knowledge from the first year will be expanded and applied. Moreover, during the second year will have more projects and practical tutorials. You will learn how to design systems and interpret and process your measurement data.
Courses
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- Aerospace System Design
- Test, Analysis & Simulation
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- Aerodynamics Sub- and Supersonic
- Flight & Orbital Mechanics and Propulsion
- Structural and Vibrational Analysis & Design
- Aerospace Signals, Systems & Control
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- Differential equations and probability & Statistics
- Applied Numerical Analysis and Computational Modelling
You will start the third year with a minor of your choice. Finally, you will work on the last step in the design process: verification and validation. As part of the course on flight dynamics, you will fly in our Cessna Citation II business jet. This is our flying classroom, from which you will be able to perform aerial measurements. You will finish the year, and your degree, with a Design/Synthesis Exercise (DSE). With nine fellow students you will work on a design assignment that will be delivered to industry, institutes, or fellow scientists. You will finish the DSE with a presentation in front of an expert jury, friends and family
Courses
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- Aerospace Systems Engineering Design & Production
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- Aerospace Flight Dynamics, SVV including Flight Test
You will choose where and in which field you will do you minor. If you decide to do you minor at our faculty, you can choose between Offshore Wind Energy and Airport Development. You may also opt for a Minor Study Abroad, where you will follow the minor at a partner university abroad.
During the first year you will get familiar with the basics of engineering design as well as dive into maths and physics. The accompanying theory is provided to the student in a multitude of ways, under the guidance of professors and students in higher years. The degree is taught in English from day one.
Courses
-
- Exploring Aerospace Engineering & Design
- Aerospace Design & Construction
-
- Introduction to Aerospace Engineering
- Aerospace Materials & Structures
-
- Engineering Mechanics
- Physics
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Linear Algebra
- Programming & Scientific computing in Python
During the second year the focus will shift from the basics towards aerospace specific courses. The basic knowledge from the first year will be expanded and applied. Moreover, during the second year will have more projects and practical tutorials. You will learn how to design systems and interpret and process your measurement data.
Courses
-
- Aerospace System Design
- Test, Analysis & Simulation
-
- Aerodynamics Sub- and Supersonic
- Flight & Orbital Mechanics and Propulsion
- Structural and Vibrational Analysis & Design
- Aerospace Signals, Systems & Control
-
- Differential equations and probability & Statistics
- Applied Numerical Analysis and Computational Modelling
You will start the third year with a minor of your choice. Finally, you will work on the last step in the design process: verification and validation. As part of the course on flight dynamics, you will fly in our Cessna Citation II business jet. This is our flying classroom, from which you will be able to perform aerial measurements. You will finish the year, and your degree, with a Design/Synthesis Exercise (DSE). With nine fellow students you will work on a design assignment that will be delivered to industry, institutes, or fellow scientists. You will finish the DSE with a presentation in front of an expert jury, friends and family
Courses
-
- Aerospace Systems Engineering Design & Production
-
- Aerospace Flight Dynamics, SVV including Flight Test
You will choose where and in which field you will do you minor. If you decide to do you minor at our faculty, you can choose between Offshore Wind Energy and Airport Development. You may also opt for a Minor Study Abroad, where you will follow the minor at a partner university abroad.