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The sky is not the limit

From our world-leading space research to our renowned degrees, our engineers are redefining their industries.

Welcome to the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

We develop world-class engineers passionate about creating positive change. Our work is redefining flight testing for safer, more sustainable aviation, advancing green energy, rethinking waste, and driving innovation in space exploration and operations.

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology in our full motion flight simulators, wind and water tunnels, robotics or award-winning Active Learning labs. With our hands-on and collaborative approach to teaching and research it’s no wonder our engineers are so highly sought after.

8th
for Aerospace Engineering in the 2026 Complete University Guide
12th
for Mechanical Engineering in the 2026 Complete University Guide
95%
of graduates were positive about our learning resources in the 2025 National Student Survey
Watch on YouTube: Pioneering solutions for a better world: space engineering at the University of Liverpool

Pioneering solutions for a better world: space engineering at the University of Liverpool

Space engineers at the University of Liverpool are working with global partners around the world to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in space. In this video, Professor Simon Maskell, Dr Stefania Soldini and Dr Kai Hoettges explain how their space engineering research is creating pioneering solutions for a better world.