In the initial phase of the Bachelor's degree programme, the basic modules provide fundamental methodological knowledge in the field of natural science and mathematics, which is expanded in the main study phase by engineering and application-oriented skills with a focus on aviation and aerospace. At the end of the Bachelor's degree, in addition to the Bachelor's thesis, students take part in a work placement of at least 12 weeks in industry, with the aim of giving students an insight into the variety of operational processes and career prospects in this field.

With over 270 modules, the Master's degree programme offers a wide range of opportunities to align studies with individual interests and to sharpen the students' professional/scientific profile. The modules of the Master's degree course are divided into eight specialisations: Mathematical & physical modelling, experimental & numerical simulation methods, information technology in LRT, materials, materials & manufacturing processes, flight guidance & systems engineering, design & construction of aerospace vehicles, propulsion & energy systems, space technology & use of outer space.

Steadily increasing proportion of modules taught in English (currently 30%), especially in the MSc; Large proportion (approx. 50%) of the university's own students complete at least one semester abroad; Support for external, international students (approx. 50-100 p.a.); Pegassus programme: Association of 20 aviation and aerospace engineering universities in Europe. The study achievements earned during exchanges are recognised and the equivalence of degrees is guaranteed with a certificate; Direct institute collaborations: e.g. with the Aerospace Engineering Department of the University of Maryland.

Numerous modernised laboratories, many of which are also available for teaching in the form of practicals.

A multitude of research projects. To name a few examples: Strategic profile area "Aerospace Technologies" at the University of Stuttgart with: Research initiative (Research Group 2895) "Exploration of unsteady phenomena and interactions in the high-speed stall"; (Research Training Group 2160) International Research Training Group "DROPIT" – Technologies for droplet interactions; (Transregional Collaborative Research Centre 364) "SynTrack – Synergies of highly integrated transport aircraft"; (Collaborative Research Centre 1667) "ATLAS – Advanced technologies for very low altitude satellites"; Other research projects: E-Genius; Flying Laptop

Supporting a diverse/heterogeneous student body in terms of origin, gender, age, social class and individual CVs. To promote inclusive coexistence, regular courses/workshops on diversity topics (e.g. intercultural competence, unconscious bias, women in STEM) are offered. Course "Sustainability and Responsibility in Aerospace Engineering" developed in cooperation with the Sustainable Aviation Initiative e. V. Additional research/teaching areas related to reducing emissions (e.g. lightweight construction), avoiding aircraft noise (aeroacoustics), etc.