Welcome to the BSc. (Hons) Unmanned Aircraft Systems

The unmanned aircraft systems major prepares students for the fundamentals including maintenance, customization, acquisition, and commercial use. Rather than building drones from the ground up, students use products and adapt them to meet specific needs. What You’ll Do As an unmanned aircraft systems major, you’ll understand the concepts required to be a UAS professional including electronics, mechanical design, and programming. Courses include programming, electrical and electronic systems, mechanical operations, flight, drone design, sensing systems, mission planning, regulations and safety. Gain a specialized knowledge in UAS including flight, design, policy, and mission planning. Tailor the program for you with specific application areas like agriculture, criminal justice, geographic information systems, and automation. Work closely with faculty who have industry experience to gain career-ready practical experience. Unmanned Aircraft Systems graduates work in a wide variety of fields, ranging from agriculture and delivery services to telecommunications and first response, far exceeding their current primary use in military applications. Examples of job titles include commercial drone pilot, instructor, drone system operator, UAS engineer, and UAS technician.

Career Path

UAS Mission Planner, UAS Operator/Pilot, UAS Technician, UAS Designer, Law Enforcement and Disaster, Response, Agriculture and Forestry, Videography and Photography, Surveying and Inspection.