Aircraft Engineering introductory year, foundation degree FdEng and top-up year BSc(Hons): Entry requirements

Typical offer: Aircraft Engineering Introductory Year 0

• Points: 80.
• Units: to include one A-level or equivalent.
• Subjects: Mathematics or science subject not essential.
• Plus GCSE (A–C): five subjects including English Language and Mathematics. Key Skills Level 2 Communication and/or Application of Number will be accepted as an alternative.

Typical offer Foundation Degree year 1: standard

• 160 points, to include two A-levels or equivalent.
• A-levels: Mathematics and a suitable science subject required.  General studies accepted at half points.
• BTEC National Diploma or Certificate: engineering subjects may satisfy entry requirements provided student has 5 GCSEs as below. 160 points required.
• Plus GCSE (A–C): five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, or as an alternative a minimum of 10 points in Key Skills Communication and/or Application of Number.
• Successful completion of an Engineering/Technology Foundation course, or Access to HE course, and an appropriate level of attainment may satisfy entry requirements. Key Skills Level 2 Communication and/or Application of Number will be accepted as an alternative.

Typical offer Foundation Degree year 1: non-standard

• Completed JAR examinations.
• Completed BCAR Section L licence course.
• FAA licence holder.
• Live aircraft work experience.
• Successful interview.

Typical offer: BSc(Hons) Aircraft Engineering 'top-up'

• Appropriate foundation degree.
• Direct entry: EASA IR Pt66 B1/B2 licence or equivalent licence holders can obtain Advanced Prior Learning (APL) and Advanced Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) for Years 1 and 2 of the foundation degree, enabling direct entry to the BSc(Hons) top-up year.
• Other: other armed service or civil qualifications or experience may also be considered.

The basic entry requirements are a foundation degree in Aircraft Engineering, or an EASA Part 66 category B licence or its equivalent. An appropriate HND will also be acceptable provided the candidate has aircraft maintenance experience. Students who have completed an EASA or JAR approved course, but do not hold a current licence will only be considered if they have a higher level academic qualification. Otherwise they should apply once they have obtained their licence. If in doubt, please contact the Aircraft Engineering field leader.

The entry requirements for the full-time course are the same as for the part-time course. New students should apply through UCAS using course code H416. Foundation degree students should contact the faculty undergraduate student office to ensure they are automatically transferred onto the course.

All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall with special conditions in all elements. Please make sure you read our full guidance about English language requirements, which includes details of other qualifications we'll consider.

Applicants who do not meet the English language requirements may be eligible to join our International Intensive Foundation: Art & Design with English.

Applicants from one of the recognised Majority English Speaking Countries (MESCs) do not need to meet these requirements.

International students who are considering applying should be aware that:

• Courses H415, H418 and H410 (Campus G – KLM) cannot accept applications from international students requiring a student visa.
• Course H410 (Campus C – Newcastle) can accept applications international students under Newcastle College's Tier 4 Licence.
• Course H416 can accept applications international students.