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Degree description
The Master’s in Aerospace Systems is designed to train highly qualified professionals in the field of fluid mechanics applied to Aeronautical Engineering, with the ability to respond to the technological and strategic challenges of the aerospace sector. The programme integrates advanced courses in aerodynamics, computational fluid mechanics, aircraft design, structures and materials, vibration and noise analysis, predictive and robust control, as well as cutting-edge technologies in transport and propulsion systems.
It is complemented by supporting subjects such as numerical methods, computer vision applied to industry and dynamic systems modelling, together with training in ethics, scientific writing and language skills, providing students with a comprehensive, global and multidisciplinary perspective.
The degree combines theoretical and practical teaching with an approach applied to research, development and technological innovation. Students participate in aerospace engineering laboratories, joint projects with industry and international cooperation activities. The programme fosters a close university-industry relationship, collaboration between Beihang University and the Universitat Politècnica de València, and the development of a master’s thesis with innovative contributions.
In this way, the master’s degree prepares professionals capable of leading aircraft design, simulation and optimisation projects, addressing complex problems in aerodynamics and structures, and contributing to the sustainable evolution of the aeronautical sector in a highly competitive global context.
Degree objectives
The Master’s in Aerospace Systems aims to provide comprehensive and specialised training in the field of aerodynamic simulation and analysis using advanced fluid dynamics techniques, both experimental and computational (CFD), for the aerospace sector. This programme is designed to equip students with in-depth knowledge of the fundamental principles and techniques in areas such as aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, aircraft design and structural analysis, thus enabling a solid understanding of the current and future challenges of the aerospace sector.
Graduates of this master’s degree will develop practical and theoretical skills that will enable them to tackle complex problems related to aircraft design, simulation and optimisation. Through an applied approach, students will learn to use advanced tools and innovative methodologies, fostering their ability to lead projects in multidisciplinary environments and collaborate effectively with industry.
The programme also promotes training in transversal competences, such as professional ethics, effective communication and teamwork skills, which are essential for the development of a successful career in a global context. Furthermore, the importance of research and development is emphasised, preparing students to contribute significantly to technological innovation in the aeronautical sector.
Through practical experiences in laboratories, projects and international cooperation activities, the master’s degree seeks to train professionals who are not only experts in their field, but who are also committed to the sustainability and evolution of the aeronautical sector, thus ensuring their relevance in a constantly changing labour market.
Career opportunities
The Master’s in Aerospace Systems aims to train highly specialised professionals in the analysis, simulation and optimisation of aerodynamic phenomena using advanced experimental and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) techniques. The degree responds to the growing demand in the aeronautical and aerospace sector for engineers capable of tackling the design and validation of aircraft, engines and propulsion systems through cutting-edge numerical tools.
The curriculum combines solid theoretical foundations with practical applications oriented towards real engineering projects and research in collaboration with industry.
The graduate professional profiles are as follows:
These profiles have been defined in collaboration with sector experts and renowned researchers, ensuring that the master’s degree provides excellent, relevant training aligned with the needs of industry and research. The combination of advanced technical competences and transversal skills will enable graduates to integrate into multidisciplinary teams and perform competently in a highly competitive global market.
- Aerodynamic Simulation Engineer: Specialised in the use of CFD methodologies for the analysis of aircraft behaviour, optimising their aerodynamic performance and energy efficiency.
- Propulsion and Internal Flow Specialist: Focused on the modelling of turbines, jet engines and propulsion systems, with the ability to solve complex problems related to turbulence, combustion and heat transfer.
- Computational Fluid Mechanics Researcher: Oriented towards the development and validation of new simulation techniques, numerical models and high-fidelity algorithms applied to the aeronautical and aerospace field.
- Aeronautics and Advanced Simulation Consultant: Capable of advising companies in the sector on the implementation of CFD solutions, integrating computational models into aircraft design, certification and improvement processes.
- Scientific Simulation Software Developer: Prepared to design, adapt and optimise simulation codes in supercomputing environments, contributing to innovation in aeronautical engineering.
Mainly aimed at
Mainly aimed at university graduates whose academic profile is related to aerospace engineering and related studies.
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degrees.
Master’s structure
Credits: 60 ECTS
Compulsory: 40 ects | Elective: 8 ects | External placements: 0 ects | Master’s thesis (TFM): 12 ects
Work placements
Work placements not applicable.
Research and access to doctoral studies
The master’s degree is official, and therefore qualifies for access to doctoral studies.
Academic exchange / agreements with other universities
This degree will be taught at Beihang Valencia Polytechnic Institute (BVPI), a centre belonging to the Universitat Politècnica de València abroad, located at Hangzhou International Campus, Zhejiang Province, People’s Republic of China.
Agreements will be established between UPV (Beihang Valencia Polytechnic Institute, BVPI) and Beihang University (BUAA) in order to obtain a double degree.
These agreements will establish the framework for collaboration between UPV (Beihang Valencia Polytechnic Institute, BVPI) and Beihang University, BUAA to set the conditions that students from these institutions must meet in order to obtain the academic degrees of Master’s in Aerospace Systems and Master’s in Mechanical Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering.
Master’s Thesis
The Master’s Thesis represents the final stage of the student’s training. It is a multidisciplinary work related to the subjects studied during the degree. In the preamble of the UPV framework regulations, which govern all phases of the process, the TFM is defined as “an autonomous activity of the student with the support of one or more supervisors where the final result must always be an individual work by the student, defended before a panel”. It is therefore an original piece of work to be carried out individually and presented and defended before a university panel.
The main objective of a master’s thesis is to demonstrate the competences acquired during the master’s training. Given its integrative nature, the theoretical and practical training acquired by the student will conclude with the preparation and defence of this final degree project, which will contribute to completing the development of all the competences established for the degree.
