MSc Aerospace EngineeringProf. Carlos Ferreira – 16 November 2021

MSc Aerospace Engineering

Introduction to the Aerospace industry

Outline MSc programmes

Career prospects

Master enrollment

Nice to know

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Introduction to the Aerospace industry

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Challenges in Aeronautics

Environmental impact Alternative energy sources

Developments in Aeronautics

60 m

80 m

Flying V Wind Energy

Challenges in Spaceflight

Miniaturisation of satellites Growth in spaceflight applications

Developments in Spaceflight

Delfi – PQ Monitoring Earth from Space

Outline of the Aerospace Master Programmes

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Tracks and Profiles

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Aerodynamics and Wind Energy

AerodynamicsThe science of predicting and controlling air flows

Wind EnergyInnovation in analysis and sustainable design

Tracks and Profiles

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Flight Performance and PropulsionFlight Performance

Improve prediction and simulation of air-vehicle performance

Propulsion and PowerNovel or improved low emissions solutions

Tracks and Profiles

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Control and OperationControl and Simulation

Design and simulation of flight control systems, etc.

Sustainable Air TransportStudy efficiency and safety of aerospace

operations

Tracks and Profiles

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Space FlightSpace Engineering

Design, development, construction, testing and operation of space vehicles

Space ExplorationSpacecraft navigation and planetary missions

Tracks and Profiles

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Aerospace Structures and MaterialsMaterials and Manufacturing

Developing new high-performing materials and advanced manufacturing technologies

Structures for SpaceDesign, analysis and verification of the next

generation of spacecraft and launcher structures

Design and Safety of Structures

Creating innovative and robust lightweight structures

Programme Structure

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Courses[60 EC]

Core CoursesElective Courses

J.I. Project[15 EC]

Internship[15 EC]

Thesis[45 EC]

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

Tracks and Profiles

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European Wind Energy Master

Rotor Design Aerodynamics, structure, material and design

Programme Structure EWEMDouble degree programme (AE MSc + Partner University

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Partner University

ThesisLocation depends on thesis topic

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

AWE Courses TU Delft

Partner University

Career Prospects

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Career Prospects

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40%Aerospace Engineering industry

60%Other industries

15%Abroad

• Aircraft Design• Rocket Engineering• Satellite Industry• Airlines• Airports

• Engineering in other sectors• Consultancy• Management• Start-ups

Master Enrollment

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MSc Enrollment Dates

BSc degree from a Dutch University or HBO• Application deadline: 1st May

BSc degree from a non-Dutch University or HBO

• Non-EU applicants:

Application deadline: 15th January

• EU applicants:

Application deadline: 1st April

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Nice to Know

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Great career opportunities

100% English-languageEnglish BSc and MSc programme

1508 MSc Students

Times Higher Education Ranking

21st Place

43%International MSc Students

Facts and Figures

• International connections

• Opportunities to study abroad

Master Societies

Societies per track that organise:

Lunch lectures

Career events

Drinks and parties

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Contact Information

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+31 (0)15 278 7192

Study-AE@tudelft.nlwww.tudelft.nl/ae

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