This course is an essential prerequisite for many specific weapons postings in the UK and overseas forces. It also offers an ideal opportunity for anyone working in the Guided Weapons industry to get a comprehensive overall understanding of all the main elements of guided weapons systems. It typically attracts 12 students per year, mainly from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, Chile, Brazil and those from several European forces. The main objective of the Guided Weapon Systems course is to bring together the wide variety of disciplines constituting guided weapon systems technology and to present them in an integrated manner. It takes you on to an understanding of the principles of guided weapon systems technology and all interrelated and multi-disciplinary facets involved with the complete systems design process. The course structure is modular in nature with each module conducted at a postgraduate level. The interactions between modules are emphasised throughout. A comprehensive suite of visits to industrial and services establishments consolidates the learning process, ensuring the taught subject matter is directly relevant and current. Some visits are restricted to Five Eyes nations only (i.e. Aus/Can/UK/US/NZ). Please contact us for more information.
To apply for this course, click on the ‘Apply now’ button below to complete the online application form.
Before you start, look to have the following ready:
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Once you have submitted your application, you will receive email confirmation, followed by access to our Applicant Portal where you can upload any outstanding documents and manage your details. See our After you apply page for next steps.
See our key dates and deadlines for our current application deadlines by intake and campus. Places are limited, so we recommend you apply as early as possible.
We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually applicants must hold:
A UK first or second class undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification.
Ideally applicants will have studied in science, engineering or mathematics subjects.
Find information about equivalent qualifications in your country on our International entry requirements page .
If you do not meet the above entry requirements but still feel you can demonstrate the ability to complete the course successfully, you may still be accepted onto a course with a lower qualification and relevant experience. Ideally your experience will be in a related role. Exceptional applicants may be accepted on experience alone.