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Frequently Asked Questions

Aerospace Engineering deals with the design, development, analysis, and testing of aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and related systems. The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Graphic Era Deemed to be University focuses on providing strong theoretical foundations combined with practical exposure in aeronautics, space exploration, propulsion, structures, and avionics.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering was established in 2023 to meet the growing demand for skilled aerospace professionals and to contribute to advancements in aviation and space technologies through quality education and research.

The department offers undergraduate and PhD programs: B. Tech in Aerospace Engineering, B. Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Specialization: Space Technology), B. Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Specialization: Drone Technology), B. Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Lateral Entry), and PhD in Aerospace Engineering designed in line with industry and research requirements. The curriculum emphasizes core aerospace subjects, laboratory work, projects, and emerging technologies.

The department is equipped with modern laboratories: Aerodynamics Wind Tunnel Lab, Propulsion Lab, Aircraft Structure Lab, Computational Fluid Dynamics Lab, Advanced Manufacturing Lab, Aero Fluid Mechanics Lab, Aerospace CAD Lab, and Aeromodeling Lab. Advanced software tools and simulation facilities support both teaching and research activities.

The department actively collaborates with aerospace industries, research organizations, and academic institutions. Students are encouraged to undertake internships, industrial training, workshops, and expert lectures to gain real-world exposure.

Graduates can pursue careers in aviation, defense, space research organizations, UAV industries, airlines, MRO companies, and research institutions. Opportunities also exist in higher studies, and interdisciplinary fields such as robotics and aerospace applications.

Yes, students are motivated to engage in research projects, publish papers, file patents, and participate in national and international competitions. The department promotes innovation, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving through project-based learning.

The department stands out due to its outcome-based education, experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, emphasis on hands-on learning, and focus on preparing students for global aerospace challenges.

Candidates must have passed Class XII or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as compulsory subjects and must meet the minimum aggregate percentage prescribed by the university.

Admission is based on merit, university-level entrance test (GECET), and applicable national-level examination scores, followed by counseling conducted by the university.

Yes. The department offers specializations in Space Technology and Drone Technology, in addition to the core aerospace engineering curriculum.

No prior Aerospace or Drone-related experience is required. The curriculum is structured to build foundational knowledge from the first year onward.

Students undergo extensive laboratory training, participate in design projects, receive UAV/Drone assembly and flight-testing training, and engage in hands-on experience through industry-certified programs.

Yes. The department regularly conducts guest lectures, workshops, internships and seminars with experts from ISRO, DRDO, NASA, BrahMos Aerospace, HAL, NAL, Airbus, and leading drone-technology companies.

Graduates receive excellent placement support, with opportunities in aerospace companies, drone industries, defence organizations, research institutions, and global aviation firms.

Yes. Students are provided internship opportunities through established industry collaborations with reputed national and international aerospace and drone organizations.

Students are trained in industry-standard tools such as MATLAB, Python, ANSYS, CFD software, CATIA, SolidWorks, XFLR5, OpenVSP, and specialized drone simulation tools.

Yes, undergraduate students are encouraged to participate in research projects, paper publications, innovation challenges, hackathons, and IPR-focused activities under faculty mentorship.

The department houses dedicated aerodynamics lab, structural lab, propulsion lab, high performance computing lab, aeromodelling lab, simulation facilities and many more.

Yes. Students are encouraged to participate in competitions related to aircraft design, UAV innovation, model rocketry, space technology, and robotics, supported by faculty mentorship.

Yes. The university offers merit-based and need-based scholarships according to university guidelines, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Graduates can work as aerospace engineers, space systems engineers, drone engineers, flight test engineers, propulsion specialists, avionics engineers, researchers, and technical officers in aviation and defence sectors or can go for higher education like M.Tech/MS or direct PhD.

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Clement Town, Dehradun,
Uttarakhand