As the End of my first academic year is almost there, I wanted to share my perspective about the first year as a master student in the Aeronautical Engineering programme. I had my bachelor degree in Aerospace engineering in Egypt, which was the initiative for my Journey here. With a lot of search and investigations about the best university from which I can have my master degree in Aeronautical Engineering with best quality of education. Linköping university was on the top of the list and when I was accepted I had a lot of exceptions. And here is the time when we decide weather the reality met our exceptions or not.
Linköping City is known as the Aviation Capital of Sweden, which puts higher exceptions on the quality of education in the Aerospace field. Linköping university offers masters program in Aeronautical Engineering. It is a two years programme that deals with the design of aircraft from a broad systems perspective. It aims that students become familiar with interdisciplinary design processes where technical as well as economic, environmental and sustainability requirements are addressed.
The program is aimed that students with a bachelor’s degree who want to expand their knowledge in aeronautics engineering and mechanical engineering. The curriculum of the first semester includes core courses such as introduction to aircraft design, flight mechanics and aerodynamics. After this the courses starts to be focused more into different specializations. Their are three main specializations here in the programme: 1- Aircraft Structures, 2- Aerodynamics, 3- Aircraft and System Design. Each specialization is designed to prepare students for a certain career in the aerospace industry or research careers. One amazing thing about the programme is that it has student projects where we can apply the knowledge and skills that we have learned in challenging projects.
For me, I have chosen the aircraft and System Design specialization which focuses on the design and development of aircraft and related systems, including engines, avionics, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and more. This specialization involves understanding aerodynamics, structural analysis and design, flight control systems, and other aspects of flight mechanics, as well as knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and systems integration. The potential careers for this programme is on designing and testing new aircraft or systems, as well as optimizing existing designs to improve efficiency and performance.
Till now, my general feedback about is programme is very positive. The most satisfying thing for my is the different tools that i have learned and developed to design aircrafts. Besides, the quality of education is a great and I have gained new perspectives. As well, having colleagues with different perspectives and knowledge is an exquisite thing as it expands your mind with more wie vision.
