17 Space Sciences MSc Degree Programs

The MSc in Space Science and Engineering provides students with a broad understanding of all aspects of space science and space instrumentation together with specialised training in research methods, directly applicable to careers in academia, the space industry and the public sector. The programme is taught by world-recognised researchers in the field which provides students with access to the knowledge and expertise gained by UCL space scientists over more than five decades.

This programme is ideal for graduates of Physics, Engineering and closely related disciplines, who want to transfer their expertise to the fast-growing global space sector. Ireland is a member of the European Space Agency (ESA) and dozens of Irish companies and researchers are involved in major international space missions. UCD is building Ireland’s first satellite, EIRSAT-1. Course highlights include a hands-on CubeSat lab, payload development and satellite systems engineering of a high-altitude balloon experiment and participation in an international mission design team project.

The Space Technology pathway of the MSc Space Science & Engineering offers knowledge and skills needed. Taught by academics from UCL's Mullard Space Science Laboratory, this MSc programme covers all aspects of the space environment, space systems and their design, together with the principles of space technology, satellite communications. Coupled with specialised training in research methods and transferable skills, the course equips students for a career in the public and private space sectors.

The Master's program in Atmospheric and Near Space Sciences offers a modern, complex training for understanding the processes taking place in the Earth’s lower and upper atmosphere-ionosphere under different helio-geophysical conditions, for their modeling and forecasting. students will learn theoretical and observational methods of atmospheric research, data processing, and numerical modeling.

This MSc in Space Science and Technology qualification looks at space science and the technology that underpins it. Developed in consultation with the UK Space Agency and the space industry, it's suitable for developing a career in the space sector. This MSc will equip you with the skills to conduct individual and team scientific investigations using space-based instrumentation.

Want to help design a spacecraft or take part in a space mission? Push the boundaries of space exploration with our Space Engineering MSc. You could play a role in helping us explore further than ever before. On our course you’ll learn advanced concepts of spacecraft engineering ready for a career in this hugely exciting sector.

Space Syntax MSc explores architecture and urban design through the lens of people and space. This multidisciplinary master’s degree offers specialised knowledge to those interested in the research and design of the built environment, from architectural to urban scales. It is designed for individuals aiming to pursue an academic pathway or to deepen their expertise within their current professional practice.

The master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering combines a strong foundation in electrical engineering with knowledge of electromagnetic fields, how they interact with matter and how to utilise them in technology. Students specialise in Microwave Engineering, Photonics, Plasma or Space. As the programme covers both theoretical and applied aspects of the field, graduates face diverse career opportunities in industry and academia.

The space sector plays an important role in economic, social, technological and scientific developments. The Master of Space Studies corresponds to the needs of the sector by delivering highly skilled experts with a broad and in-depth interdisciplinary perspective.

The MSc in Space Engineering (1 year) is designed to give students a solid foundation in spacecraft systems, space environment, and mission design. The program covers key topics like space propulsion,...

This MSc program in Space Exploration Systems offers a comprehensive overview of the key technologies and systems involved in exploring space. It covers areas like spacecraft design, mission planning,...

This is a highly multi-disciplinary degree which covers broad areas of science, engineering, and statistics, as related to space science and technology. Our MSc programme has a strong focus on Chinese Space Science. Our MSc programme is composed of 60 credits of courses. Students must enrol in 6 courses (36 credits) of “core” (compulsory) courses, offered mainly in the first semester. Students may then choose 3 “elective” courses out of a broad range of courses. In addition, students must carry out a “capstone project” by enrolling in the 6-credit course SPSC7031. Students are encouraged to approach faculty members in their areas of interest to choose a project. The final project will typically be undertaken over the course of the second semester. The curriculum of the MSc in Space Science is the same for both full-time and part-time modes of study.

The Master of Science in Space Studies is a flexible program designed to prepare students for careers in the rapidly evolving space industry. It offers a blend of scientific knowledge and practical sk...

This course is designed to cultivate resources corresponding to the space age in the fields of space environmental science, global environment measurement technology, satellite communication engineering, and information processing engineering. For these purposes, students study advanced technology for space and the earth's environment on the basis of knowledge about techniques of electronics and information engineering. We welcome the following students. 1.Students with a strong interest in space and the global environment, and who have basic knowledge of mathematics, physics and fundamental engineering skills. 2.Students with a strong spirit of challenge who will strive to solve even the most difficult problems by leveraging the knowledge and engineering skills they have acquired. 3.Students who have a highly inquisitive mind and a spirit of cooperation.

As countries attempt to materialize or remain at the forefront of the global Space Tech wave, still in 2023, plenty of new Aerospace companies, business units, startups, and programs emerge or blossom each year. They also strive to embody the Sustainability shift at play in (and necessary to) all layers of Society and Economy. If Space is a Blue Ocean system for business, it is also a capital part of our Planet's Ecosystem and needs our constant and devoted attention to its balance and health in the future.