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27/05/2026

Over the past ten weeks, FIA Motorsport MSc scholar, Sanya Jain has been working on the complete concept design of a next-generation rally car (H26), integrating powertrain, vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, controls, structures, and simulation into one cohesive, validated system.

As part of her Group Design Project, Sanya and her teammates presented their work to industry professionals and were awarded 'Most Credible Engineering Solution' by Lotus Cars, winning a field trip to their HQ👏

Here, Sanya reflects on the project, shares her experience of presentation day, and offers her advice to the students who will be in her place next year.

26/05/2026

The National Flying Laboratory Centre (NFLC) hosted its third outreach event this month, supported by the Reach for the Sky Challenge Fund ✈️

We were delighted to welcome students from Bedford Free School for a packed day exploring careers in aviation and aerospace.

Students heard directly from our aerospace and aviation professionals, gaining insight into their career journeys and asking questions about life in the industry.

The day also included a behind-the-scenes tour of our facilities, including the NFLC and Boeing 737, followed by a hands-on workshop with Dr Yicheng Sun, where students designed and tested their own paper aeroplanes.

It’s not too late to apply to study at Cranfield this September. With important dates approaching for offer-holding stud...
26/05/2026

It’s not too late to apply to study at Cranfield this September. With important dates approaching for offer-holding students, our upcoming webinar this June is designed to help you feel informed and prepared for the next stage of your journey.

Hear directly from our Admissions team, gain insight from a current student, and get the opportunity to ask your questions live.

Register for your free place today: https://bit.ly/3RrhAQS

From exploring our facilities to chatting with students and staff, our Open Days are all about getting a real feel for l...
25/05/2026

From exploring our facilities to chatting with students and staff, our Open Days are all about getting a real feel for life at Cranfield. Conversations, campus walks, and honest insights from those already on the journey.

Here’s a glimpse of what a day with us can look like.

22/05/2026

Another group design project has come to an end! Here, Lillian, studying Advanced Materials, gives a quick insight into one of the most intense, but incredibly rewarding study periods across our MSc programmes.

Across 12 weeks, Lillian and her teammates explored how protective metal coatings can help control the movement of hydrogen through aluminium, research that could help improve the safety and durability of materials used across industries such as energy, transport, and engineering.

Beyond the technical knowledge gained, projects like this help students develop the teamwork, problem-solving, research, and communication skills that are essential for industry and future careers.

Reflecting on the experience, Lillian said:

“In terms of growth, I have genuinely upskilled. My spoken communication is stronger, my public speaking is more confident, I can challenge ideas and opinions respectfully, ask better questions, and receive criticism without taking it personally. These are valuable life skills, particularly as I aspire to a leadership position, and I will continue to draw on them long after this project has finished.”

A huge well done to all of our students completing this important stage of their studies 🙌

Our STEM Showcase at the Sir Peter Gregson Aerospace Integration Research Centre (AIRC) brought together students, alumn...
21/05/2026

Our STEM Showcase at the Sir Peter Gregson Aerospace Integration Research Centre (AIRC) brought together students, alumni and industry partners for a full day dedicated to careers, employability and industry engagement.

The event featured a daytime careers fair alongside an evening Spotlight programme, where alumni and industry experts shared their career journeys, sector insights and practical advice for students preparing to enter the global STEM workforce.

A huge thank you to all participating organisations, speakers, alumni and students who helped make the event such a success 🙌

Join our upcoming webinar to discover more about the Robotics MSc at Cranfield. An industry-focused programme designed t...
13/05/2026

Join our upcoming webinar to discover more about the Robotics MSc at Cranfield. An industry-focused programme designed to prepare students for real-world engineering challenges. Hear from Dr Gilbert Tang and get your questions answered in a live Q&A.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4tnJF97

11/05/2026

A classroom like no other ✈️

The Saab340B National Flying Laboratory Centre aircraft landing at .

Every year, more than 2,000 aeronautical students from over 20 universities, alongside students on specialist Cranfield courses, get the chance to learn on board our Flying Classroom and Laboratory.

With real-time flight data streamed during the flight, students can step into the role of a flight test engineer while they’re still studying 🙌

08/05/2026

As this year’s group design project season comes to an end, we asked our automotive students what it was like presenting to industry, and what advice they’d give to future students.

Across many of our master’s programmes, group projects place you at the centre of real-world, industry-linked challenges. Working in teams, you’ll tackle complex problems, apply what you’ve learned in lectures, and think like a professional. At the end you’ll present your ideas to a panel of industry experts who put your thinking to the test.

Join our upcoming webinar to discover how we support your career ambitions beyond the classroom.Learn about personalised...
08/05/2026

Join our upcoming webinar to discover how we support your career ambitions beyond the classroom.

Learn about personalised career coaching, internship opportunities, professional skills development, and hear from current students and alumni about their MBA journey and career success.

This is your opportunity to explore how the Cranfield MBA can help you build the skills, network, and confidence to accelerate your career.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4tpQeI1

06/05/2026

A fantastic day where a few lucky students were able to fly from Luton Airport to Cranfield on the our National Flying Laboratory Centre, a Saab 340B.

After the plane touched down, those students joined another 60 children for a tour of our world-class aviation facilities including on board our Boeing 737 🙌

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