Master’s in Crewed Aircraft & Rotorcraft Engineering
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in crewed aircraft and rotorcraft engineering: 12 modules covering fixed-wing and rotor aerodynamics, flight mechanics, aircraft structures, propulsion, aircraft systems, avionics and software, EASA certification, safety and continuing airworthiness, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Crewed Aircraft & Rotorcraft Engineering — studying from India
India's aerospace sector is growing steadily, anchored by Bengaluru, Hyderabad and the Kanpur-Lucknow belt. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Tata Advanced Systems and Bharat Electronics are major employers, alongside a fast-growing base of drone and space start-ups. The Indian Space Research Organisation and the Defence Research and Development Organisation drive research programmes, while civil aviation rules are set by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. Engineers here work on aircraft systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, satellite subsystems and urban air mobility concepts, and the sector's push for indigenisation keeps demand for skilled talent strong.
Fees for India: ₹1,050,000 (Indian Rupee), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in India
Typical roles
Questions from India
Which professional bodies in India recognise aerospace engineering, and does a private online qualification help with recognition?
In India, aeronautical engineering is recognised mainly through the Institution of Engineers (India), the Aeronautical Society of India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation for aircraft maintenance licences. SEIUM's qualifications are private, not state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Whether they count towards professional membership or roles is decided by the employer or the relevant body, so check their criteria before enrolling.
Which employers in India hire aerospace engineers, and how would this programme be used in that work?
Aerospace engineers in India work with organisations such as ISRO, HAL, DRDO laboratories, and private aerospace and drone firms, along with MRO and airline engineering teams. A private postgraduate qualification can support a career move or specialisation, but it is not a substitute for formal technical experience or statutory certifications. Employers usually weigh it alongside your work record and skills.
Can I manage this programme alongside a full-time job in India, given the time zone and language?
The programme is 100% online and taught in English, so you can study from home without a student visa. Classes and deadlines are set by the school, so check the schedule against India Standard Time (IST). Master's programmes are around 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas around 800 and specialist courses around 300, so plan your weekly hours realistically. You get an assigned technical tutor. Ask your employer about sponsorship, as instalment fees may make this easier.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Analyse fixed-wing and rotor aerodynamics.
Evaluate the flight mechanics of aeroplanes and helicopters.
Design metallic and composite aircraft structures.
Analyse propulsion and aircraft systems.
Apply EASA certification requirements.
Assess systems safety under ARP4761.
Develop a conceptual aircraft project.
Who it's for
- Aeronautical engineers.
- Aerodynamics engineers.
- Aircraft structures engineers.
- Certification engineers.
- Aircraft systems engineers.
- Airworthiness engineers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the aerospace sector.
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 (EU Basic Regulation on civil aviation and EASA)
- Regulation (EU) 748/2012 (Part 21 — airworthiness and environmental certification)
- CS-25 (certification specifications for large aeroplanes)
- CS-27 (certification specifications for small rotorcraft)
- CS-29 (certification specifications for large rotorcraft)
- RTCA DO-178C (software considerations in airborne systems)
- SAE ARP4754A (development of civil aircraft and systems)
- SAE ARP4761 (safety assessment process for civil airborne systems)
- XFOIL
- OpenVSP
- ANSYS Fluent
- NASTRAN
- JSBSim
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Classification of civil aircraft1.2Transport, general aviation and light aircraft1.3Helicopters and gyroplanes1.4Tiltrotor aircraft1.5The European and Spanish aerospace industry1.6Aircraft life cycle1.7Certification requirements by category1.8Sustainability challenges in the sector1.9Technology trends in the sector1.10Case study: analysis of an aircraft programme
2.1Aerofoils and polars2.2Finite wings and induced drag2.3Compressible and transonic aerodynamics2.4Leading- and trailing-edge high-lift devices2.5Boundary layer and transition2.6CFD applied to aircraft2.7Wind tunnel testing2.8High angle-of-attack aerodynamics2.9Aerodynamic shape optimisation2.10Lab: aerofoil analysis with XFOIL
3.1Momentum theory3.2Blade element theory3.3Hover and climb3.4Rotor forward flight3.5Retreating blade stall3.6Vortex ring state3.7Autorotation and the height–velocity diagram3.8Rotor–fuselage aerodynamic interaction3.9Tail rotor and alternatives3.10Practical exercise: hover power calculation
4.1Take-off and landing performance4.2Cruise and range performance4.3Longitudinal static stability4.4Dynamic stability and natural modes4.5Lateral and directional control4.6Handling qualities4.7Helicopter flight mechanics4.8Helicopter stability4.9Flight simulation4.10Workshop: flight model in JSBSim
5.1Flight and ground loads5.2Manoeuvre and gust envelopes5.3Thin-walled structures5.4Aerospace metallic materials5.5Carbon-fibre composite materials5.6Fatigue and damage tolerance5.7Finite element analysis5.8Structural certification tests5.9Aeroelasticity and flutter5.10Lab: FEM analysis of a spar
6.1Turbofans and turboprops6.2Turboshafts for helicopters6.3Piston engines for general aviation6.4Engine performance6.5Engine–airframe integration6.6Engine noise6.7Sustainable aviation fuels6.8Electric and hybrid propulsion6.9Hydrogen in aviation6.10Practical exercise: thermodynamic cycle of a turbofan
7.1Hydraulic power systems7.2Electrical generation and distribution systems7.3Fuel systems7.4Fly-by-wire flight controls7.5Landing gear7.6Air conditioning and pressurisation systems7.7Anti-icing and de-icing systems7.8Integrated cockpit avionics7.9Helicopter transmission systems7.10Workshop: flight control architecture
8.1Integrated modular avionics (IMA) architectures8.2ARINC 429 and AFDX buses8.3Software under DO-178C8.4Hardware under DO-2548.5Navigation systems8.6Communication systems8.7Surveillance systems8.8Cockpit displays8.9Aviation cybersecurity under DO-326A8.10Lab: DO-178C requirements analysis
9.1Regulation (EU) 2018/11399.2Part 21 certification9.3Specifications CS-23, CS-25, CS-27 and CS-299.4Certification bases9.5Means of compliance9.6Certification tests9.7Design organisations (DOA)9.8Production organisations (POA)9.9FAA certification and bilateral validation9.10Practical exercise: certification basis for a helicopter
10.1Systems development under ARP4754A10.2Safety assessment under ARP476110.3FHA and PSSA analysis10.4Fault trees10.5Common mode analysis10.6Systems reliability10.7Human factors in the cockpit10.8Operational safety and SMS10.9Accident investigation10.10Case study: FHA of a fuel system
11.1Part M and Part CAMO11.2Maintenance programmes11.3Part 145 organisations11.4Airworthiness directives11.5Health and usage monitoring (HUMS)11.6Helicopter maintenance11.7Configuration management11.8Life extension11.9Technical airworthiness records11.10Workshop: helicopter maintenance programme
12.1Mission and design requirements12.2Initial sizing and weight estimation12.3Aerodynamic design of the wing or rotor12.4Preliminary structural sizing of the airframe12.5Powerplant selection12.6Architecture of the main systems12.7Proposed certification basis12.8Conclusions and future work12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, making it compatible with full-time work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standards and applied exercises. The working software is XFOIL, OpenVSP, ANSYS Fluent, NASTRAN and JSBSim, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures from wind tunnel testing, finite element structural analysis and flight mechanics simulation. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Regulation (EU) 2018/1139, Regulation (EU) 748/2012 (Part 21), CS-25, CS-27, CS-29, RTCA DO-178C, SAE ARP4754A, SAE ARP4761.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with XFOIL, OpenVSP, ANSYS Fluent, NASTRAN and JSBSim, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a computer able to run the programme's software and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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