In India, the Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering typically spans 4 years, divided into 8 semesters. This is a full-time undergraduate B.Tech program that combines both theoretical knowledge and practical training. The curriculum is carefully structured to help students build a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and engineering principles in the early semesters, and then gradually move into specialized aerospace topics.
Duration: 4 years
Structure: 8 semesters (each of approximately 6 months)
Key Subjects: Aerodynamics, Aircraft Structures, Propulsion Systems, Flight Mechanics, Avionics, Materials Science, and Control Engineering.
Training: Labs, internships, workshops, and industrial visits are integrated.
Students undergo projects, seminars, and sometimes minor/major industry internships during the final year. Colleges like Puran Murti Campus and IITs offer capstone projects where students design UAVs, simulate flight systems, or work on aerospace software applications.
Duration: 2 years (Postgraduate Program)
Eligibility: Bachelor's in Aerospace or related engineering field + valid GATE score
Focus: Advanced topics like satellite systems, hypersonic flow, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and propulsion research.
Duration: 3 years (for 10th pass students)
Alternative Route: These programs are ideal for students wanting technical expertise early. After the diploma, lateral entry into B.Tech programs is often possible.
In short, the standard B.Tech aerospace course lasts four years, with additional study time for higher education. Specialized postgraduate or diploma programs may vary in duration but are aligned with specific career goals.