Admission to the Master`s programme
Master programme Aeronautical Engineering
The new Master's programme in Aeronautical Engineering (in English) will be offered for the first time in the winter semester of 2026. Further information will soon be available on the TU Wien Studies website. The admissions process is handled exclusively by the Admission Office.
| Course ID | UE 066 526 |
|---|---|
| Duration of course | 4 semesters |
| Credits | 120 ECTS |
| Certificate received upon completion | Diplom-Ingenieur_in (Dipl.-Ing.) Internationally comparable to Master of Science (MSc) |
| Language | English |
The challenges of the industry are huge...
Civil aviation enables the fast, affordable and safe transport of goods and people, but accounts for about 4% of man-made global warming. The declared objective is to reduce aviation-related emissions towards zero global warming impact by 2050. Since aircraft have to be lightweight and operating conditions change depending on the flight altitude, different technical solutions are necessary compared to ground-based vehicles. In addition to the substitution of fossil kerosene with so-called drop-in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), further options for reducing the energy consumption of aircraft are currently in discussion. Examples are electrification, the utilisation of alternative fuels such as hydrogen, the optimisation of aerodynamics, for example by means of advanced flow control, and the more efficient utilisation of lightweight construction potentials.
... but so are the opportunities!
In order to meet the challenges, the smartest minds are required, in addition to substantial investments in the transformation of the energy industry towards regeneratively generated primary energy, to master the above-mentioned engineering challenges without compromising on the standards achieved in the field of aviation safety. The aviation of the future will be characterised by a greater variety of configurations. Realising new developments with the help of innovative methods, operating procedures, tools and AI are current and future tasks of engineers in industry and research. This requires the courage to choose new paths. The career prospects for enthusiastic young people who are not afraid to break new ground and actively shape the future of aviation are definitely promising!
FAQ
Information about admission requirements can be found in the curriculum and in the section Admission to the Master’s programme. The admission process is handled exclusively by the Admission Office. Applications for the master's programme submitted directly to the Aircraft Systems Research Group cannot be considered.
By completing a subject-relevant Bachelor's programme (Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering - Management) at TU Wien or TU Graz, you fulfil the qualitative admission requirements by completing the mandatory courses. Graduates of all other Bachelor's programmes must provide proof of meeting the qualitative admission requirements upon application.
Proof of meeting the qualitative admission requirements must be submitted at the time of application, at the latest before the start of the master’s programme. Conditional admission is therefore not possible.
Special requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA citizens, and additional documents may be required. Please contact the Admissions Office at TU Wien if you have any questions.
The language of teaching in the Master’s programme in Aeronautical Engineering is English. However, students may also choose courses taught in German, provided they meet the language proficiency requirements. This gives students with sufficient proficiency in both German and English a wider range of options. Nevertheless, it is definitely possible to complete the programme entirely in English.
The language of teaching is English. Applicants must provide proof of the required language proficiency (CEFR Level B2). The form of certification is specified in a regulation issued by the rectorate.