Typically aerospace engineers study science, mathematics, general engineering, computers, laboratory classes, humanities and social sciences in college. While most aerospace engineers earn a traditional 4-year bachelor’s degree, 2-year and 4-year engineering technology degrees are also offered at many colleges.These programs focus less on theoretical and scientific principles and more on hands-on training and current issues in the application of engineering principles.ypically aerospace engineers study science, mathematics, general engineering, computers, laboratory classes, humanities and social sciences in college. While most aerospace engineers earn a traditional 4-year bachelor’s degree, 2-year and 4-year engineering technology degrees are also offered at many colleges.