Aeronautics and Astronautics / Semester in Industry with Industrial Placement Year - University of Southampton

Our courses provide you with the fundamentals of engineering, alongside design modules throughout your degree, which enable you to apply your knowledge and develop the skills you need to become a successful engineer. This course gives you the opportunity to focus your learning on the practical application of your aerospace engineering expertise. You will spend semester one of your third year (July to December) on an industrial placement, where you will also carry out a project. This course will enhance your awareness of industry needs and give you insight into sector trends. The Industrial Placement Year is an additional year-long module that allows you to apply for a placement with an engineering-based organisation. The Industrial Placement Year will be taken between your second and third years, extending your degree to five years. During your year-long placement, you will fulfil the role of a trainee engineer on a full-time basis. We offer our students a dynamic learning environment; your course will include a combination of lectures, laboratory classes, tutorials, private study, and individual and group projects