Aeronautical Engineering/qualifications

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Expert: - 8/10/2009


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Hello,i am a year 9 student who is interested in aeronautical engineering.At school we do subjects such as mathematics,physics,English,french,chemistry,biology,art among many others.I would like to know what subjects i should excel in and what grades i should be getting.I would also like to know more about aeronautical engeenering.thank you.

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You are on the right track.  Engineers must study as much math and science as possible, especially physics.  Check engineering school admissions for grades and exam requirements -  they are all somewhat different.  Aeronautical engineering relates to the study of flight.

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B.S. and M.S. Aeronautical Engineering - U. of Washington Graduate work Standford U.

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