Duration
4 to 5 years
Aerospace Engineering (BEng)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Experiential learning
Co-op, Internship
Start term
Fall, Winter
Virtual information sessions
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Why study Aerospace Engineering?
Design airplanes. Build helicopters. Test unmanned air vehicles.
Aerospace engineers master the mechanisms behind flight and propulsion in the atmosphere and in space. Choose to specialize in Aerodynamics and Propulsion, Aerospace Structures and Materials, or Avionics and Aerospace Systems. Through labs, lectures and projects, you’ll also:
- Apply mechanical, electrical, computer, and industrial engineering to the conception, design, implementation and operation of aerospace systems and processes
- Solve problems using the techniques of mathematics, physics, modeling, and simulation
- Gain practical insights into modern industrial practice
Our state-of-the-art labs give you experience with the tools and equipment you may use in the field. Montreal represents one of the three largest aerospace clusters in the world. After completing their degree, students will be in a position to use their advanced aerospace engineering knowledge and their creative, inquisitive and analytical skills in industry, government and service sectors.
Program highlights
- Super-engaged student groups including Space Concordia, a student-run space agency focused on developing and achieving operational excellence across rocketry, satellite, and space robotic domains.
Special funding for out-of-province students
Up to $4000 for undergraduate programs.
Program structure
A Bachelor of Engineering degree takes a minimum of four years (120 credits) of full-time study, depending on your academic background.
Program options
In the first year of study, students must choose one of the following options:
- Aerodynamics and Propulsion
- Aerospace Structures and Materials
- Avionics and Aerospace Systems
Courses
Course curriculum
The curriculum consists of the Engineering core, the Aerospace Engineering core and electives from one of three elective groups:
- Aerodynamics and Propulsion
- Aerospace Structures and Materials
- Avionics and Aerospace Systems
Course sequences
Sample projects
- Test preparation and data analysis for combustor development
- Low pressure turbine and exhaust modeling
- Reduction of recurrent defects in composite materials
- Installation of avionic systems for helicopters
Co-op program
The Co-op program gives you the chance to complete paid work terms that last 12 to 16 weeks. As a Co-op student, you will work for engineering firms where you may:
- Investigate a new combustor design concept
- Model and analyse the performance of jet engines
- Design parts of a landing gear
- Research composite materials used in aircraft
Admission criteria
Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements for admission
- Quebec CEGEP: 30 overall, 27 math, 27 physics
- Admission is based on applicants’ overall, math and physics CRC indicated above and completion of the following classes as part of their DEC: General Chemistry 1; Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 and Linear Algebra; Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism.
- Students completing one of the eligible technical DECs may qualify for admission without the listed prerequisites. However, if the prerequisites are taken, a minimum of 27 in math and a 27 in physics are required.
- Eligible technical DECs include 280.B0
- Advanced standing may be possible
- Additional information for CEGEP applicants
- High School: A- overall, A- in math, A- in physics
- One math from Pre-Calculus, Calculus, or equivalent
- Grade 12 or university-preparatory physics
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
- ACT or SAT is not required
- AP exams are not required but may qualify you for advanced standing
- Indigenous Bridging Program: First Nations, Inuit and Métis students who do not meet Concordia’s conventional admission requirements may be eligible for admission through the Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program
- International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 33 overall, 5 HL or 6 SL math, 5 HL or SL physics
- Accepted math: Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches SL or HL
- Math or physics course must be HL
- Baccalaureate français: 15 overall, 15 in math, 15 in science
- Required courses:
- Première: Spécialité mathématiques and Spécialité physique-chimie
- Terminale: Spécialité mathématiques (also accepted, Spécialité Physique-Chimie and Mathématiques Complémentaires)
- Additional information for Baccalauréat français applicants
- Required courses:
- British system of education (GCE):
- A-levels: At least two A-level exams AB, B in math, B in physics or
- AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
- BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
- Students without math or physics A-levels may be admissible based on AS-level or iGCSE/GCSE/O-Level exam results. Students should include all their exam results from iGCSE (or equivalent) onwards to support their application.
- Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
- University transfers (internal): 3.7 overall, 3.7 in math/physics, 3.7 in courses offered by the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
- At least two of the following (or equivalent): MATH 203, 204, 205
- PHYS 204 or 205 (or equivalent)
- Completion of 12 credits in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
- University transfers (external): A- overall, A- in math, A- in physics
- Courses in the disciplines of Calculus, Chemistry and Physics
Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.
Application deadlines
FALL TERM
March 1 is the deadline to apply for fall term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by February 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.
WINTER
November 1 is the deadline to apply for winter term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by September 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.
Not all programs are available for winter term entry. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.
We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.
Funding note
Quebec residents who enroll in this program and meet the eligibility criteria may apply for funding of $2,500 per term through the Quebec Perspective Bursary (Bourse Perspective Quebec).
United States students: A U.S. Federal Student Aid-eligible version of this program is offered. This version meets all U.S. regulations (such as no co-operative education or e-courses) for eligible programs.
After your degree
Previous aerospace-trained engineers have been hired by:
- Pratt & Whitney Canada
- Bombardier Aerospace
- Siemens Canada
- Bell Helicopter
- CAE Electronics
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