Higher Nitec in Aerospace Engineering (wef April 2026 intake)

Course duration: 24 months

Step into the world of aerospace with our course. Gain dual trade (mechanical and avionics) skillset in repairing and maintenance of aircraft systems and parts like aero-structures and engines, as well as electrical systems and avionics, which comprises of crucial electronics in an aircraft.

The aerospace industry is expanding, and this course will prepare you for a successful career. Take the first step towards your future in aviation today.

What you'll learn

• Perform aviation maintenance & safety practices

• Apply human factor & air legislations

• Perform aircraft material maintenance

• Maintain aircraft electrical system

• Perform aircraft/engine inspection

• Maintain aircraft structure

• Maintain aircraft system

• Maintain aircraft avionics system

• Maintain propulsion system

• Maintain aircraft electronic system
  

Entry requirements

GCE 'O' level grades in English Language, Mathematics and 1 approved subject:

• Grade 1 to 8 in English Language.

• Grade 1 to 7 in Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)

• Grade 1 to 8 in an approved subject: [Biology / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Combined Science / Computing / Computer Studies / Design & Technology / Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics / Human & Social Biology / Integrated Science / Physics / Engineering Science / Science (Chemistry, Biology) / Science (Physics, Biology) / Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science / Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)]

OR

Nitec GPA:

• For more details on minimum entry requirements for Nitec graduates, please click here.

Note:

• Applicants for this course must ensure that they are free from colour appreciation deficiency.

• Students will be required to purchase a Laptop for the course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available to eligible students under ITE Opportunity Fund subject to terms and conditions. For more details on the minimum laptop specifications, please click here [PDF, 122 KB].

Progression opportunities

Higher Nitec in Aerospace Engineering graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:

• Work-Study Diploma in Agriculture & Aquaculture Technology

• Work-Study Diploma in Aircraft Cabin Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Aircraft Engine Maintenance

• Work-Study Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Airport Operations

• Work-Study Diploma in Automation Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Electronics & Computer Engineering (Applied Electronics & AI)

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Aviation Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Lifestyle & Consumer Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Data Centre Infrastructure & Operation

• Work-Study Diploma in Electrical Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Facilities Management

• Work-Study Diploma in Land Transport Engineering (Rail)

• Work-Study Diploma in Marine & Offshore Engineering (Production)

• Work-Study Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Services Supervision

• Work-Study Diploma in Mechanical Systems Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Microelectronics (Equipment Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Microelectronics (Process Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Operations

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Systems Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Vertical Transportation

Higher Nitec in Aerospace Engineering graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to a Technical Engineer Diploma course at ITE. For more details on progression, please click here [PDF, 145 KB].

Higher Nitec in Aerospace Engineering graduates with a GPA of 2.0 and above may also apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics. For more details on diploma courses for progression, please refer to the Joint Polytechnic Admissions website.

Career opportunities

Higher Nitec in Aerospace Engineering graduates are employed by aerospace companies providing airframe maintenance, engine maintenance and structural system repair, or aircraft instrumentation, communication, navigation and electrical systems maintenance and repair.

Some of the job titles held by graduates include Aircraft Technician (Dual trade), Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Aircraft Engine Technician, Aircraft Structural Repair Technician, Aircraft Technician (Avionics), Aircraft Maintenance Technician and Unmanned Aircraft Operator.

This is a Singapore Airworthiness Requirements Part-147 (SAR- 147) course currently approved by Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).

Related courses

Work-Study Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

Work-Study Diploma in Aircraft Engine Maintenance