University of Southern California USC Viterbi School of Engineering
Master of Science in Astronautical Engineering
South Los Angeles, USA
MSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About : The Master of Science in Astronautical Engineering focuses on the technical aspects of spacecraft design, operation, and management. This program provides advanced knowledge in areas such as propulsion systems, orbital mechanics, and space environments. Students engage in hands-on projects and research, preparing them for challenges in the aerospace industry.
Career Outcomes : Graduates may pursue careers in various fields, including aerospace engineering, satellite technology, and space exploration. Potential jobs include roles in government agencies, private aerospace companies, and research institutions, where they can contribute to innovations in space missions and aeronautics.
The Master of Science in Astronautical Engineering is designed for those with B.S. degrees in science and engineering who desire to work in the space sector of the aerospace industry, government research and development centers, and laboratories. In some cases the applicant may be required to take 1 or 2 deficiency courses (upper-division undergraduate courses). The decision to require deficiency courses is made by the Astronautics program coordinators.
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