Course overview
Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc is a postgraduate (master's) course in engineering at Cranfield University in Cranfield, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in October.
Cranfield University is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Cranfield University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Cranfield, United Kingdom |
| Course | Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Engineering |
| Duration | 1 year (full time) |
| Tuition per year | £34,300 (≈ ₹41.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | October |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill); PTE 65 (59 in each) |
Interested in Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £34,300 a year, about ₹41.8 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Shared house room (very small to large)Charged per day, £18.69 to £24.72 | £131–173per week | ≈ ₹15,964 – ₹21,111 |
| Lanchester Hall premier en suite roomSelf-catered | £180per week | ≈ ₹22,012 |
| Baroness Young Hall premier single en suiteSelf-catered; executive en suite £242.85 | £209per week | ≈ ₹25,533 |
| Baroness Young Hall studio apartmentStandard and executive studios | £285–331per week | ≈ ₹34,814 – ₹40,427 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
87.1%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£37,300
≈ ₹45.5 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Design engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Consulting civil engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- CAD technician
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Siemens
Bosch
Rolls-Royce
Airbus
Arup
AECOM
Jacobs
WSP
BMW
Larsen & Toubro
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Cranfield University for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most courses need a UK lower second-class (2:2) honours degree or an international equivalent; some ask for an upper second (2:1). Check each course page.
- School of Management MScs ask for a first or second-class honours degree or equivalent. The full-time MBA also needs at least three years' work experience after your degree.
- Self-funded students pay a non-refundable deposit (usually £2,000 for 2027-28) before a CAS is issued; it is taken off the tuition fee.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill); PTE 65 (59 in each).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / UKVI | 6.5 overall and 5.5 in each skill for most courses. Some courses ask for more, for example 7.0 for Advanced Motorsport Engineering and Air Transport Management. |
| PTE Academic | 65 overall and 59 in each skill for most courses (68 for the courses that ask for IELTS 7.0). |
| TOEFL iBT | For tests from 21 January 2026: 4.5 overall and 4 in each skill on most courses. Older tests: 92 total with minimum section scores. |
| Cambridge English | C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency or Linguaskill: 180 overall and 160 in each skill on most courses. |
Intakes
This course starts in: October.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Degree certificates and transcripts, or an interim transcript if still studying
- English test result taken within two years of the course start date
- CV and personal statement where the course asks for them
- References
Scholarships
Cranfield Excellence International Scholarship (School of Management)
Full-time School of Management MSc, 2026/27
Value: £10,000
Offer holders from any country for a full-time School of Management MSc are invited to apply.
Official pageCranfield School of Management India Scholarship
Full-time School of Management MSc
Value: £10,000 (listed for 2025/2026 offer holders)
Offer holders from India for a full-time School of Management MSc are invited to apply. Check the page for the current year.
Official pageMerit scholarship for international master's applicants
Full-time master's courses
Value: Up to 15% of the course tuition fee
Cranfield's India page says successful international applicants for full-time master's courses are automatically offered this, based on academic achievement.
Official pageSupply chain scholarship (GCSG)
Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc or Procurement and Supply Chain Management MSc
Value: £5,000 plus a paid trip to the GCSG European Knowledge Forum
One outstanding candidate on either full-time course.
Official pageAlumni discount
School of Management programmes
Value: 20% off
Cranfield University alumni returning to study.
Official page
About Cranfield University
Cranfield University is a specialist postgraduate university in Bedfordshire, England. It grew out of the College of Aeronautics, set up in 1946 at an RAF station, and received its Royal Charter in 1969. Its School of Management was founded in 1967.
Cranfield is known for aerospace, automotive and motorsport engineering, energy, AI and robotics, and for its School of Management. Cranfield highlights its large-scale facilities and industry partnerships, and most courses are built around group projects and individual research projects with industry.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc at Cranfield University?
The tuition for international students is £34,300 a year (about ₹41.8 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc?
The course takes 1 year (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill); PTE 65 (59 in each). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: October. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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