Civil aircraft operate through interconnected mechanical, electrical, energy, thermal and data systems. Understanding how these systems work together is an important part of aeronautical engineering study.
ESAS Paris — Paris College of Aeronautics and Space offers Bachelor and Masters pathways in aeronautical systems and simulation:
Bachelor Aerospace Engineering — Aeronautical Systems and Simulation →
Masters Aerospace Engineering — Aeronautical Systems and Simulation →
The courses examine civilian aviation systems through mathematics, physics, engineering computation and systems analysis. Models, data and project work help students understand operating behaviour, compare technical choices and test their findings.
What does aeronautical systems and simulation cover?
The subject examines the functions, interfaces and operating behaviour of aircraft subsystems. An electrical power system must meet different equipment demands, while a cabin environment system must respond appropriately as operating conditions change.
Students investigate both individual functions and their connections. How might a change in one parameter affect other components? Are the assumptions behind a model appropriate? Can reference data support the simulation results?
Relevant study at ESAS Paris includes mechanics and aerodynamics, mechanical and electrical interfaces, energy systems, functional and dynamic modelling, operational data analysis, simulation validation and maintenance scenarios.
Aeronautical Engineering: Bachelor foundations and Masters progression
Bachelor Aerospace Engineering — Aeronautical Systems and Simulation
This three-year Bachelor pathway begins with mathematics, physics, computing and aviation systems foundations, progressing towards modelling, simulation and integrated projects.
Students examine how mechanics and aerodynamics influence civil aircraft systems, identify mechanical, electrical and energy interfaces, and build functional and dynamic models of selected aviation subsystems.
Data handling is part of the learning process. Students organise operational records or sensor data, check calibration and data quality, and compare model outputs with reference information.
Projects may focus on cabin environment or electrical power under normal and abnormal operating conditions. Students progressively connect models and data in a clearly scoped educational digital-twin project.
Masters Aerospace Engineering — Aeronautical Systems and Simulation
This two-year Masters pathway develops system architecture, coupled modelling, reliability analysis and research methods. Students translate an aviation systems problem into requirements, interfaces and design constraints.
Study examines interactions between power, thermal and environmental systems and compares operational or maintenance scenarios. Validation work distinguishes model error, data uncertainty and changing operating conditions through traceable, reproducible procedures.
The final engineering research project requires a clearly defined question and a justified choice of models and data. A report and oral defence present the design, validation findings and limitations.
From simulation results to engineering judgement
In Aeronautical Engineering, a curve or simulation output is one stage in an analysis. Students also need to explain why a result occurs, whether it is consistent with expectations and which conditions could change the conclusion.
An electrical power project might compare different loads; a cabin environment model might investigate the effect of parameter changes on dynamic response. Recording inputs, processing steps and validation evidence makes the analysis understandable and open to review.
This project work connects engineering computation with technical communication, helping students produce reasoned analysis rather than relying on software output alone.
Aeronautical Engineering: tuition, study formats and admissions
Online and on-campus study
Both the Bachelor and Masters aeronautical systems and simulation pathways offer online and on-campus application options. Teaching plans, locations and applicable intake arrangements are confirmed before formal enrolment.
| Study level | Duration | Online per year | On campus per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Aerospace Engineering | Three years | €4,900 | €7,900 |
| Masters Aerospace Engineering | Two years | €5,900 | €9,900 |
Assuming the current annual rate remains unchanged, indicative Bachelor totals are €14,700 online or €23,700 on campus. Masters totals are €11,800 online or €19,800 on campus. Payment arrangements and applicable terms are confirmed before registration.
Application and start dates
The published spring application deadline is 20 December 2026, with teaching scheduled to start on 2 January 2027. Applicants should confirm the arrangements applicable to their programme and study format, particularly the teaching location and intake for on-campus study.
Who should explore this direction?
Bachelor applicants should provide evidence of secondary education or equivalent study, with appropriate mathematics and physics foundations. Students interested in aircraft systems, engineering computation and simulation can progressively develop their knowledge through the Bachelor pathway.
Masters applicants should explain relevant undergraduate or equivalent learning and their background in engineering, computing or science. Admissions assesses this information in relation to the selected pathway.
Applications include education history, academic evidence, a PDF CV and a motivation statement. Keep the reference displayed after successful submission. An application does not constitute an admission decision.
Students receive an institutional diploma after successfully completing the required courses, assessments and final project.
Applicants interested in Aeronautical Engineering can compare Bachelor Aerospace Engineering — Aeronautical Systems and Simulation with Masters Aerospace Engineering — Aeronautical Systems and Simulation according to their academic foundation and study plans.