Aerospace Engineering, M.S.
College of Engineering and Computing
Expand critical thinking and math skills into advanced research and design work. Enhance your career opportunities and earning potential in the state's only aerospace engineering graduate program.
The research-oriented graduate degree requires a thesis and 24 hours of graduate coursework. Study in five core areas: aeroelasticity, aerodynamics and flight mechanics, aerospace structures, composite materials and finite element analysis. Choose electives to suit your goals. Submit research as a conference paper or for journal publication.
Program Highlights
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An Expert Faculty
Learn from engaged and supportive professors who serve as mentors and foster a hands-on learning environment.
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Statewide Support
Be part of an aerospace engineering program that has received strong state-level and industrial support and investment.
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Professional Development
Forge strong connections with leading industries across South Carolina to advance career opportunities.
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Take to the Skies
Join our extracurricular rocketry or flying clubs to obtain licenses and hone your skills outside the classroom.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Computer Modeling
Using simulations to analyze, predict and optimize performance, behavior or outcomes.
System Design
Creating or improving complex systems to meet specific requirements
Project Management
Organizing and overseeing tasks to achieve specific goals
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Teamwork
Working collaboratively with others to achieve a shared goal or objective
Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Technical Writing
Creating clear and concise documents, such as manuals or instructions, for technical or scientific topics
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Mechanical Engineer
- Aerodynamic Engineer
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Aircraft Designer
- Flight Systems Test Engineer
- Flight Test Engineer
Workplace Settings
- Aerospace
- Research
- Development
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Energy
