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UK Accredited Online Engineering College

Flexible online engineering courses and qualifications

Online Aerospace Engineering Courses

Who are iLearn Engineering®?

iLearn Engineering® is a UK Accredited Online Engineering College specialising in providing online engineering courses for the next generation of engineers on an international scale. Our courses have been developed by Chartered Engineers and are specifically created so they can be delivered online.

We have one of the widest ranges of Online Aerospace Courses Anywhere

Our Online Aerospace Engineering courses are designed to help you take your engineering career to the next level. Our courses are specifically designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the rapidly evolving field of aerospace engineering. Whether you are looking to pursue a career in the aerospace industry, or simply looking to expand your knowledge and expertise, iLearn Engineering® has the perfect course for you. With our experienced faculty, cutting-edge technology, and flexible learning options, you can achieve your goals on your own terms, from anywhere in the world.

What Online Aerospace Engineering Courses do you offer?

In our online aerospace engineering courses you will learn about engineering design, aircraft structures, forces and flight mechanics, aerodynamics, propulsion, and aircraft design and manufacturing. In addition you will cover the fundamental maths and science that underpin engineering as a whole.

We have a wide range of fully accredited Aerospace Engineering online courses:

Higher International Certificate in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 4)

Higher International Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 5)

View Samples of our Aerospace Engineering Learning Material

We use a variety of media such as short videos, worked examples, practice questions and detailed e-workbooks in bite-sized format to make learning easy and manageable.

The Four Fundamental Forces that Enable Aircraft to Fly

In this article, we will identify the four main forces concerned with aircraft in flight. We will discuss the nature of these forces and deduce mathematical and descriptive definitions

Flight Mechanics of a Typical Aircraft Flight

Flight Mechanics of a Typical Aircraft Flight. This article will give a brief overview of a typical flight of an aircraft

How do we Measure Airspeed and Altitude of Aircraft?

Measuring the airspeed and altitude of an aircraft it is not as simple as you might first think, and requires the consideration of a…

What are Flight Control Surfaces?

This section will identify the main components within an aircraft, more from the point of view of large external parts, more specifically,

Engineering Projects – The critical path

Following on from our last article on engineering projects – planning for success (catch up here), this article expands on project…

Engineering Projects – Planning for success!

Being an engineer is much more than just performing calculations and making drawings. In the real-world, professional engineers are…

Aircraft Design – Aerofoil and Wing Design for Preliminary Aircraft Design

Part 2 of 3 of our Aircraft Design series. In this 20-minute video you will learn about aerofoil and wing design. If this video interests…

Aircraft Design – How to use Wing and Thrust Loading in your designs

This 18-minute video is the first tutorial in our new aircraft design series. The topic is how designers use thrust loading and wing…

Engineering Materials…What ‘stuff’ is made from

Engineering can be defined as the application of science and technology to create or produce something of use. In order to ‘produce’…

UK Accredited Aerospace Engineering Qualifications

Higher International Certificate in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 4) [120 credits]

This online aerospace engineering course has a total of 120 credits meaning that it is benchmarked to be equivalent to a full year of undergraduate study. Moreover, being a Level 4 aerospace engineering course means that it is benchmarked to the first year of a university degree course in aerospace engineering.

Most students are eligible to enrol directly on to this course because we teach you all the maths and science that you need to be successful with the rest of the course.

Students that already have a level 4 qualification in engineering, or those that have completed our Higher International Certificate in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 4) qualification, are eligible to enrol on to:

Higher International Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 5) [240 credits]

This online course develops your knowledge in aerospace engineering at a deeper and more specialist level.

Students working on a part time basis can typically complete these courses in a time frame of between 1 and 3 years. However, you are in control of your own learning, and it is in principle possible to finish the course much sooner than this.

Most students are eligible to enrol directly on to this course because we teach you all the maths and science that you need to be successful with the rest of the course.

Engineering Diplomas (EduQual Level 4/5) [40 credit]

We also offer a range of shorter online aerospace engineering courses leading to the accredited qualifications of:

Diploma in Aerospace Engineering

Diploma in Aerodynamics

Diploma in Aircraft Design

Diploma in Principles of Flight

Diploma in Aerospace Structures

Diploma in Aerodynamics, Propulsion and Space

These qualifications are ideal for learners that wish to study a specific topic of interest to them all who wish to complete the course in a shorter time frame then our full 120 credits courses above. These 40 credit qualifications can typically be completed in a time frame of between two and six months.

Fast Track Qualifications [20 credit]

For students who are looking to complete an online aerospace engineering course in the shortest time frame possible, we have the following accredited 20 credit qualification:

Certificate in Engineering (EduQual level 4/5)

Students can typically complete this fast-track engineering course online within one to three months.

Why Choose iLearn Engineering®?

Real Chartered Engineers

We are a team of Chartered Engineers and academics. We understand what engineers need to know and we also understand what engineering businesses expect from their engineers.

Enrol 356 days a year – start when you are ready

iLearn Engineering® take a unique view to how their courses are made available to their learners. First, learning is asynchronous, meaning that learners can start their course anytime, 365 days a year.

No schedules, no classes, no deadlines, and no exams.

Instead unlike a traditional college, with iLearn Engineering® the learner is in control over how long it takes them to complete their course. Students study the learning material at their own pace, fitting it in around their existing commitments, and therefore learners do not need to give up their job or other commitments to gain an engineering qualification.

Full UK Accreditation

The aerospace engineering courses that iLearn Engineering® deliver have been accredited by a UK awarding body to be at levels 4 and 5 which makes them equivalent to studying the first and second years of a university course in aerospace engineering.  Therefore, you can be assured of the academic rigour and quality of courses on offer.

Easy to Follow Bite-sized Learning

Our carefully developed learning material has been designed to be accessible to almost any learner from any background comprising of short videos, worked examples and practice questions to prepare the learner for their written assignments.

Tutor Support

Full tutor support is always on hand to help students that need that little bit of extra help, so you are never completely alone.  Tutorials can be arranged with real engineers on a one to one basis.

Wide Range of Career Opportunities in the Aerospace Industry

There are a variety of careers available in the field of aerospace engineering, ranging from research and development to manufacturing and testing. Here are a few examples of the many career paths you could pursue:

  1. Aerospace engineer: In this role, you would design and test various types of aircraft, spacecraft, and missiles.
  2. Systems engineer: A systems engineer works on the overall design of an aerospace system, including subsystems like propulsion, avionics, and communications.
  3. Flight test engineer: This type of engineer is responsible for designing and conducting tests on aircraft and spacecraft to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.
  4. Manufacturing engineer: In this role, you would oversee the production of aerospace components and systems, ensuring they are manufactured to high-quality standards.
  5. Quality control engineer: A quality control engineer works to ensure that all aerospace components and systems meet safety and performance standards.
  6. Research engineer: This type of engineer focuses on developing new technologies and techniques for use in the aerospace industry.
  7. Project manager: In this role, you would oversee the planning, budgeting, and execution of aerospace projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

These are just a few examples of the many careers available in the field of aerospace engineering. The industry is constantly evolving, which means there are always new opportunities emerging for skilled and talented professionals.


Why Aerospace Engineering?

Aerospace Engineering is a fascinating and challenging field that deals with the design, development, testing, and maintenance of aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and other aerospace systems. Aerospace engineers work on a variety of projects, from designing and testing aircraft engines, to developing new materials and technologies that can withstand the harsh conditions of space. This field is constantly evolving, and there is always something new to learn and discover.

Moreover, Aerospace Engineering is an essential industry that plays a critical role in national security, commercial air travel, and space exploration. It offers a wide range of career opportunities, including research and development, manufacturing, design, and testing. The demand for skilled aerospace engineers is always high, and there are numerous exciting opportunities available for those with the right skills and qualifications.

Engineering is often said to be the application of science, and never was it truer than in today’s modern economy where it plays a pivotal role in the development of new solutions to today’s global problems.

Aerospace engineering is one of the largest growing engineering sectors, and employees over 80 million jobs worldwide, in areas from aircraft design, systems engineering, supply chain management, and increasingly in space programmes. Aerospace engineering is fundamental to the connected world in which we live ensuring safe and reliable travel for passengers and freight across the globe.

It is not surprising then that many students or keen to study aerospace engineering given the wide range of interesting careers that are on offer.

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With our convenient online platform, you can study at your own pace, on your own schedule, and from anywhere in the world. Plus, our interactive learning tools and resources ensure that you’ll stay engaged and motivated throughout the course.

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About our Qualifications

UK Accredited Qualifications at levels 4 and 5. Benchmarked to the first and second years at a UK university.

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