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Space Science and Engineering: Space Technology MSc

UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

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 Space Technology pathway is focused on the application of space technology in industrial settings, its main objective is to provide a sound knowledge of the underlying principles which form a thorough basis for careers in space technology, satellite communications and related fields. Students develop a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of: spacecraft, satellite communications, the space environment, space operations and space project management the electromagnetics of optical and microwave transmission, and of communication systems modelling a range of subjects relating to spacecraft technology and satellite communications. This MSc requires students to have an undergraduate degree level of knowledge in a related discipline, who wish to develop a career in space research or related fields. The programme aims to provide a broad understanding of all aspects of space engineering together with specialised training in research methods, directly applicable to a career in industry, academia, and the public sector.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 46,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    14th out of 46 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    185 81%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    17th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    38th

    5

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