Aerospace, Aeronautical engineering
Aerospace engineering is the branch of engineering that concerns aircraft, spacecraft and related topics. It is often called aeronautical engineering, particularly when referring solely to aircraft, and astronautical engineering, when referring to spacecraft. Some of the elements of aerospace engineering are:

- Aerodynamics - the study of fluid flow around objects such as wings or through objects such as wind tunnels (see also lift and aeronautics)
- Propulsion - the energy to move a vehicle through the air (or in outer space) is provided by internal combustion engines, jet engines, or rockets (see also propeller and Spacecraft Propulsion)
- Control engineering - the study of mathematical modelling of systems and designing them in order that they behave in the desired way.
- Structures - design of the physical configuration of the craft to withstand the forces encountered during flight. Aerospace engineering aims very much at keeping structures lightweight.
- Materials science - related to structures, aerospace engineering also studies the materials of which the aerospace structures are to be built. New materials with very specific properties are invented, or existing ones are modified to improve their performance.
- Aeroelasticity - the interaction of aerodynamic forces and structural flexibility, potentially causing flutter, divergence, etc
- Computer science - specifically concerning the design and programming of any computer systems on board an aircraft or spacecraft and the simulation of systems.

The basis of most of these elements lies in theoretical mathematics, such as fluid dynamics for aerodynamics or the equations of motion for flight dynamics. However, there is also a large empirical component. Historically, this empirical component was derived from testing of scale models and prototypes, either in wind tunnels or in the free atmosphere. More recently, advances in computing have enabled the use of computational fluid dynamics to simulate the behavior of fluid, reducing time and expense spent on wind-tunnel testing.

Additionally, aerospace engineering addresses the integration of all components that constitute an aerospace vehicle (subsystems including power, communications, thermal control, life support, etc.) and its life cycle (design, temperature, pressure, radiation, velocity, life time), leading to extraordinary challenges and solutions specific to the domain of aerospace systems engineering.

The study of Aerospace Engineering prepares students for the design, analysis, and testing of aerospace vehicles - including satellites, space stations, and launch vehicles, as well as propeller-driven, and jet-powered airplanes, helicopters and even gliders. While the aerospace industry employs a variety of engineers to design the subsystems, the aerospace engineer is needed where an understanding of the overall vehicle is required. Students in this field are usually motivated by an interest in aeronautics or astronautics. They must be innovative, possess analytical minds and have mechanical aptitude. Communication skills are also important for teamwork.

The objectives of aerospace engineering graduate program are to enable the student to attain a deeper understanding of aerospace engineering fundamentals, a knowledge of recent developments, and the ability as a master's degree student to participate in research and as a doctoral degree student to conduct individual research. The goals are accomplished through coursework, seminars, and active research programs.

During the study, students will learn how to turn ideas into reality and resolve real-life problems, by applying the principles of science and technology to the research, design, manufacture and maintenance of highly sophisticated products such as aircraft, missiles and space satellites. All these products are the result of whole team efforts that bring together each aeronautical engineer's skills and technical expertise. Furthermore many degree programmes provide students with the opportunity to undertake an industrial placement that are excellent vehicles for acquiring invaluable experience in applying some of the theoretical knowledge gained. Practical situations in a real working environment also greatly assist in consolidating classroom learning. Postgraduates have the opportunity to enter the aerospace industry at a senior level. They can enjoy accelerated career development and command high salaries.