BSc Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Engineering
April 10, 2026 2026-04-13 8:46Bachelor of Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Engineering
Design the Future from Above
The field of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, is rapidly transforming industries across the world — from agriculture and infrastructure to disaster response and environmental monitoring.
At Academic City, the BSc UAS Engineering programme equips students with the skills to design, build, operate, and manage advanced aerial systems that solve real-world problems.
Students gain a strong foundation in engineering principles, combined with hands-on experience in avionics, navigation systems, propulsion, and autonomous flight technologies.
This programme is designed to develop innovative engineers who can lead in emerging technologies and contribute to Africa’s technological advancement
UAS Engineering at ACity
The programme focuses on developing highly skilled graduates capable of designing and deploying unmanned aerial systems across diverse industries.
Students will:
- Build and test drone systems
- Integrate sensors, AI, and control systems
- Understand flight dynamics and aerodynamics
- Apply regulatory and ethical frameworks
- Work on real-world projects and industry applications
Top Careers in UAS Engineering
Graduates can explore exciting career paths such as:
- UAS (Drone) Engineer
- Aerospace Systems Engineer
- Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer
- Remote Sensing Specialist
- UAV Operations Manager
- AI & Computer Vision Engineer
- Disaster Response & Environmental Monitoring Specialis
Entry Requirements
Minimum C6 in 6 subjects including 3 core subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated/General Science) and 3 elective subjects. (Physics, Elective Mathematics + Chemistry OR any other elective relevant to the chosen Program)
Minimum D or a pass in 6 subjects including 3 core subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated/General Science) and 3 elective subjects. (Physics, Elective Mathematics + Chemistry OR any other elective relevant to the chosen Program)
Minimum of 5 credit passes in the IGCSE/O-Levels (Mathematics and English mandatory) and 3 passes in the A-Levels. (Elective/Add/Further Mathematics and Physics mandatory).
Minimum of 5 credit passes in the IGCSE/O-Levels (Mathematics and English mandatory) and a minimum score of 4 points in 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects. (Elective/Add/Further Mathematics and Physics mandatory)
Minimum of 50% overall average pass. (subject to approval NAB) Mathematics, English and Physics mandatory
Minimum GPA of 3.0 (Mathematics, English and Physics mandatory)
Electives
Options for Elective I — Aerial Robotics (Drones)
- Computer Vision for UAVs
- UAS Avionics, Communication and Cyber Security
- UAV Navigation and Path Planning
- UAV Design and Fabrication
Options for Elective II — Applications & Data Analytics
- Remote Sensing and Geospatial Applications
- Precision Agriculture with UAS
- Disaster Response and Environmental Monitoring
- Data Analytics and Machine Learning for UAS
Options for Elective III — Intelligent Systems (Controls & Automation)
- Advanced Control Systems
- Digital Image Processing
- Machine Learning
- Modelling and Analysis of Mechatronic Systems
Options for Elective IV — Intelligent Systems (Robotics & Mechatronics)
- Advanced Control Systems
- Industrial Automation and Robotics
- Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- Modelling and Analysis of Mechatronic Systems
Course Outline
- Communication Skills I
- French Language I
- Physics I (Mechanics)
- Introduction to Programming
- Technology and Society
- Introduction to Engineering
- Calculus I
- Communication Skills II
- French Language II
- Introduction to Philosophy
- Calculus II
- Physics II (Electricity & Magnetism)
- Programming in C
- Circuit I
- Engineering Lab I (Circuits)
- Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (FIE) Seminar I
- Concepts in African Leadership I
- Introduction to Material Science and Engineering
- Linear Algebra
- Circuit II
- Introduction to UAS Fundamentals and System Integration
- Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- Concepts in African Leadership II
- Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (FIE) Seminar II
- Probability & Statistics
- Digital Systems and Logic Design
- Sensors and Instrumentation
- Waves and Optics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Engineering Lab II (Digital Systems, Sensors & EM Applications)
- Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship I
- System Dynamics
- Flight Dynamics and Control
- Signals and Systems
- Microelectronics
- Microprocessors/Microcontrollers Programming
- AI for UAVs
- Engineering Lab III (Engineering Design Project I)
- Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship II
- Automatic Control Systems
- Propulsion & Payload Integration of UAS
- Project Management, Engineering Economics & Risk Analysis
- Embedded Systems
- Mechatronics System Design
- Industry Internship
- Research Method
- Engineering Lab IV (Engineering Design Project II)
- UAS Regulation and Airspace Management
- Project Phase I
- Technical Elective I
- Technical Elective II
- Robotics & Autonomous Systems
- Power Electronics
- Professional Ethics and Values
- UAS Maintenance, Safety and Environmental Impact
- Environmental Science and Engineering
- Project Phase II (Implementation & Defence)
- Technical Elective III
Why ACity
- Home to students from over 23 countries across africa
- Houses a digital makerspace and a technology & Entrepreneurial center for creative freedom & innovation
- Experienced Faculty with industry experience. Student-to-faculty ratio 5:1
- 70% practical lessons
- Every ACitizen has the opportunity to do a work placement every vacation
