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University of Leicester
Space Exploration Systems MSc
University of Leicester

Space Exploration Systems MSc

UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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Full time | University of Leicester | 1 year | SEP

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Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Space Exploration

Course Summary

Our Space Exploration Systems MSc focuses on robotic and human space exploration. The degree is managed by an international joint academic-industrial consortium with partners in France, Italy and the UK Designed for physicists and engineers, this cutting-edge course explores space systems engineering, space instrumentation, the space environment, space power systems (including nuclear power systems) and space mission design. Over the duration of the course, you will acquire the core applied physics and engineering skills required to develop space systems and missions from initial concept through design, assembly and verification, to launch and operations. You will have the opportunity to work with academic and industrial practitioners in three countries, to acquire the knowledge and skills expected by space exploration research groups and the space industry in the 21st century academic and commercial sectors. This course bridges the divide between systems engineering and space and planetary science. For physicists, it provides the systems engineering knowledge required to work in industry. For engineers, it will stimulate an appreciation for space science, and the enabling technologies for robotic and human space exploration and instrumentation which contribute to that science.

Modules

Advanced Spacecraft Engineering - Core
The module aims to equip you with the tools required to translate the objectives of a space exploration mission into a spacecraft system that will deliver on the science requirements balanced against the constraints of sound spacecraft engineering principles, and the need to find innovative solutions to engineering challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on typical spacecraft engineering problems in a series of applied interactive sessions, which will bring together all the mission and spacecraft/instrument design activities.
Engineering Design Case Study - Core
Foundations of Professional Space Science and Engineering - Core
Human Spaceflight and Nuclear Systems - Core
Major Project - Core
Space and Planetary Environment, Planetary Surfaces - Core
Spacecraft Instrumentation for Space and Planetary Science - Core
Spaceflight Dynamics and Propulsion - Core
Systems Engineering and Spacecraft Systems - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,950

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,650

Entry requirements

Students need to have 2:1 BSc, BEng, MPhys, MEng or Masters (or equivalent) in Physics or Engineering. We may consider applicants with a 2:2, or a degree in another science subject, on a case-by-case basis.

University information

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The University of Leicester, established in 1921, is celebrated for its pioneering research and inspiring teaching. Known for transformative discoveries like genetic fingerprinting and the identification of King Richard III, Leicester has earned a reputation for innovation and impact. Research excellence is at the heart of Leicester’s achievements, placing it among the UK’s top 30 universities for research quality, according to the...more

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