

Aerospace engineering is an important academic program at HKUST. The program equips graduates with a solid practical and theoretical understanding of the essential disciplines of aerodynamics, aircraft structures, flying vehicle dynamics and control, propulsion, materials, aero elasticity, and interdisciplinary design. Graduates are thus well suited to careers in aerospace and related engineering fields. The program also offers cutting-edge knowledge of sustainable aerospace engineering through its emphasis on green aviation and new flying vehicles.
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Graduates typically work in major aircraft or aerospace service or manufacturing companies, such as Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited, Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited, Cathay Pacific, and Zhuhai Aeronautical Company (a joint venture between China and Germany). They are often responsible for managing the design, maintenance, or modification of aircraft or aerospace systems, and some even become pilots. Graduates may also consider pursuing further studies, i.e., M.Sc., M.Phil., or Ph.D. degrees, at local or overseas universities.