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Through world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships we create global leaders in technology and management.

“A manoeuvre like that would have caused some screaming on a commercial flight.”Flying a plane badly, on purpose. That's...
07/09/2026

“A manoeuvre like that would have caused some screaming on a commercial flight.”

Flying a plane badly, on purpose. That's the premise of the latest episode of YouTuber Tom Scott's ENGLAND series, and this time, Tom joined us at Cranfield to experience something you definitely won't find on your average passenger flight.

He took to the skies in our National Flying Laboratory Centre (NFLC), our unique flying classroom and laboratory built to give students hands-on experience of flight testing, alongside our NFLC team, including Robert Harrison and Simon Place.

Our Saab 340B is fully instrumented to provide real-time aircraft data, allowing students to experience the role of a flight test engineer while in the air. More than 2,000 aeronautical students from over 20 universities fly with the NFLC each year.

During the flight, Tom experienced some of the manoeuvres our students undertake as part of their learning, while seeing how the forces and aircraft behaviour are recorded and analysed.

So what does it actually feel like to put flight theory into practice?

A world-class business education should create lasting career impact.We're delighted to be recognised in the Financial T...
07/09/2026

A world-class business education should create lasting career impact.

We're delighted to be recognised in the Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking 2026 for our defining strengths, including international course experience, international work mobility and strong return on investment.

Reflecting on this outcome, Course Director, Michael Dickmann, Professor of International Human Resource Management said: "Being ranked first in the UK for international course experience for the fourth year running is a fantastic achievement and reflects the global student environment that makes Cranfield unique.

"Our strong performance for value for money and international work mobility also demonstrates the lasting impact of Cranfield on our graduates' careers."

Thinking about your next step in postgraduate study? Join our webinar and hear directly from Cranfield academics and alu...
03/09/2026

Thinking about your next step in postgraduate study?

Join our webinar and hear directly from Cranfield academics and alumni about their experiences, career journeys and advice.

📅 Tuesday 15 September 2026
🕧 12:30–14:00 (UK time)
💻 Online

What you’ll discover:
🎓 Why our alumni chose Cranfield and how it shaped their careers.
💼 Insights from industry and real-world experience.
🎓 The academic perspective on postgraduate study.
🚀 How Cranfield can help you develop the knowledge, skills and connections to progress your career.
💡 Advice to help you prepare for your next step.

Whether you're exploring postgraduate study, professional development or the next step in your career, hear first-hand how Cranfield can help you learn with industry and graduate with impact.

👉 Register for your free place now: https://bit.ly/4qOZHck

01/09/2026

For episode three, we asked our Cranfield community to share their favourite places to grab something to eat or drink 🍽️

From cafés and coffee spots to hot meals, snacks and more, there are plenty of options around campus, including Café 41, Café 52, Reggie’s, Cranberries and the CSA ☕🍴

Whether you’re grabbing something between lectures or sitting down for a meal with friends, there’s plenty of choice. So, which one is your favourite? 👀

24/08/2026

"Welcome to Flight Club! This is what makes Cranfield such a special place to work and study. Having the skills and facilities to build an aeroplane, carry out research projects around it, and then flight test it from our own airport is something that makes us truly unique."

Professor Guy Gratton’s Flight Club is officially underway. Members of the team have unboxed the Flylight Skyranger Nynja 912ULS kit and completed the first inspection, as part of the British Microlight Aircraft Association's (BMAA) New Horizons initiative.

The project will give students and staff the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in aircraft design, development and maintenance, complementing their academic studies and giving them the chance to take their learning from the classroom into the real world.

Joining us this autumn? Flight Club could be a standout project to get involved in, helping you develop practical skills and experience that can strengthen your employability.

Could you be part of the team?

21/08/2026

After 20 years at Cranfield as Chief Test Pilot and Head of our National Flying Laboratory Centre (NFLC), Roger “Dodge” Bailey retired, but wasn’t quite ready to stop learning.

His work at Cranfield alongside his experience flying the Shuttleworth collection inspired him to “keep his mind active” by undertaking a MSc by Research degree, delving into the connections between old and modern aircraft which could help modern-day pilots fly older aeroplanes.

Having spent years helping educate and inspire future aerospace professionals, Roger finally had the chance to experience graduation for himself, describing it as “an honour and very special.”

On behalf of all of Cranfield staff, students and alumni, on whom Dodge had such a profound impact, we offer our heartfelt congratulations on his degree 🎓👏

19/08/2026

Ever wondered what life at Cranfield is really? Space Engineering MSc student Siddhant shares a compilation of a few things you could get up to on campus ✈️🙌

A university where you get to build an aircraft? . 'Flight Club', led by Professor Guy Gratton will see staff and stude...
18/08/2026

A university where you get to build an aircraft? . 'Flight Club', led by Professor Guy Gratton will see staff and students come together to build and fly a Flylight Skyranger Nynja 912ULS, as part of the British Microlight Aircraft Association's (BMAA) New Horizons initiative.

Over an exciting 18-month journey the team will build a 600kg aircraft. Students will get hands-on engineering experience that supports their research, as well as flight opportunities. This is not a model aircraft - it's being built to fly!

The first inspection is complete. There are five more pending. Guy, an external BMAA Inspector and members of the club committee are working hard to get the project underway.

The unboxing is done and now, the next chapter begins. We can't wait to see this aircraft take shape!

Read more: https://bit.ly/4xmZAYd

What does studying aerospace at an industry-connected university look like?For Ying Tian, Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc h...
09/08/2026

What does studying aerospace at an industry-connected university look like?

For Ying Tian, Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc has meant developing specialist knowledge while working on challenges connected to the future of flight.

“The opportunity to work on industry-supported projects has also been amazing. For example, the project we are working on is supported by Airbus, one of the biggest names in aerospace.”

By learning from experts, engaging with industry-led challenges and applying advanced engineering concepts to real problems, Cranfield helps students build the specialist expertise and practical experience to contribute from day one. Employers benefit from graduates who understand the realities of industry and are ready to apply their knowledge and practical skills to complex challenges.

Read more via the link in our bio.

Join Cranfield's highly rated Introduction to Earth Observation Data Science short course and gain the practical skills ...
03/08/2026

Join Cranfield's highly rated Introduction to Earth Observation Data Science short course and gain the practical skills to extract, manipulate, analyse, and visualise EO data with confidence.

🌍 Hands-on learning
📊 Industry-relevant skills
📈 Enhance your career and grow your expertise

Whether you're new to EO data science or looking to build on your existing knowledge, this course will help you take the next step.

🎓 Secure your place today! https://bit.ly/3RHxBTa

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