This integrated masters programme focuses on aeronautical topics with an emphasis on helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, engine design and avionics. As in the BEng, you will gain a solid foundation in aerospace engineering through modules such as aerodynamics, astronautics and propulsion along with a wider appreciation of the economic, legal and environmental issues associated with aircraft operations and aircraft performance. Using a complete vehicle systems approach, you will also learn about modern design, search and optimisation techniques. The course is ideal for those interested in conceptual air vehicle design, with opportunities to put this into practice through individual and group design projects. You will explore helicopter, fixed-wing aircraft, engine design and avionics and learn to apply design and modelling techniques. The first two years will enhance your core knowledge of engineering science.  They are identical to the first two years of the BEng and MEng in Aeronautics and Astronautics. You will also take a practical week-long course in flight testing, where experiments are performed on board a Jetstream aircraft. Design is a recurring theme on the course. In years three and four, you will bring conceptual designs to life through individual and group design projects. Previous projects include the design and build of an unmanned air vehicle. In your final year, you have the option to specialise in advanced air vehicle systems and design modules or select from a range of interdisciplinary modules. You can also take the Industrial Placement Year, which is an additional year-long module that allows you to apply for a placement with an engineering-based organisation. The successful placement will be recognised on your Degree Certificate.