School of Engineering

BEng in Aerospace Engineering

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Duration

Jupas code (for HKDSE students)

JS5270 Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, JS5282 Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence

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(for international qualifications)

Department-based Admission

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Students who have decided to pursue a major in Aerospace Engineering may apply to the Department directly. After spending one to a few semesters of study in the Department, students will declare a major in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

School-based Admission

Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence
Students who wish to spend more time exploring various engineering disciplines before embarking on a major program can apply to "Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence". They will be able to apply to Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering during the Major Selection Exercise no later than the end of Year 1, and then confirm their major within the Department.

Overview

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.

Ranking:
#42 in Engineering—Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing (No.1 in Hong Kong)
(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

Career Prospects

The program prepares graduates for careers in aerospace and related fields, with a focus on sustainable engineering practices and new aviation technologies. Graduates can work as aerospace engineers, aircraft designers, flight test engineers, propulsion engineers, avionics engineers, and more. With the increasing focus on sustainable aviation and new flying technologies, there is a growing demand for aerospace engineers in fields such as green aviation, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and space exploration.

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