Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
About This Programme
A 30-credit research master's in advanced aerodynamics, aerospace materials and structures, and flight dynamics and control, with an optional Space Systems and Technology concentration and a thesis.
Course Highlights
- Space Systems & Technology concentration via a dedicated space-engineering elective stream (Space Systems Engineering, Space Propulsion, Astrodynamics)
- Core spans advanced aerodynamics, aerospace materials & structures and flight dynamics & control
- Electives across composites, combustion, aeroelasticity and navigation & guidance
- Research-intensive with a 9-credit master's thesis
What You'll Study
Thesis-based: 12 credits of core courses (including a 0-credit research-methods seminar), 9 credits of electives and a 9-credit master's thesis.
Core Courses
- ENGR 695 Seminar in Research Methods0 credits
- ENGR 606 Advanced Engineering Mathematics3 credits
- AERO 620 Advanced Aerodynamics3 credits
- AERO 630 Aerospace Materials and Structures3 credits
- AERO 640 Advanced Flight Dynamics and Control3 credits
Electives
- AERO 650 Space Systems Engineering3 credits
- AERO 653 Space Propulsion3 credits
- AERO 654 Astrodynamics and Mission Analysis3 credits
- AERO 631 Mechanics of Composite Materials3 credits
- AERO 622 Structural Dynamics and Aeroelasticity3 credits
- AERO 660 Aerospace Navigation and Guidance Systems3 credits
- AERO 611 Combustion Theory and Applications3 credits
- AERO 623 Experimental Methods in Aerodynamics3 credits
Thesis
- AERO 699 Master's Thesis9 credits
Entry Requirements
Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).
Careers
Graduates pursue roles in aircraft, spacecraft, UAV and satellite design, propulsion and structures across the UAE's growing aerospace and space sector. Many progress to doctoral research.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
UAE CAA (Ministry of Education); KU holds no programmatic accreditation at graduate level
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Relevant bachelor's in engineering or a related field, CGPA 3.0/4.0 + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 150,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission. Master's awards may cover tuition in full or in part and carry no stipend; PhD awards are competitive and merit-based, and may carry a full or partial tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend whose amount Khalifa University does not publish.