Space Systems Engineering

Develop your expertise in spacecraft engineering on this msc space systems engineering course, unique to the university of southampton. developed by world-class experts from our astronautics research group and endorsed by the uk space agency, it will give you the skills and knowledge to pursue further specialism, whether you’re a recent engineering, science or maths graduate or already working in the aerospace industry. on this master's degree you'll gain a detailed overview of how to design a total space system. you’ll learn how the various component subsystems function and integrate with one another, and gain advanced knowledge of space systems engineering. drawing on content from the professional courses we run for the european space agency and spacecraft industry, this master's course is ideal for both graduates and those who already have some professional experience of astronautics or aerospace engineering.

Endorsed by the uk space agency, this course has a strong industry reputation and will equip astronautics and aerospace engineering professionals for further specialisation in spacecraft engineering. roles you'll be qualified for include spacecraft systems engineer and aerospace software engineer. our graduates have gone on to work at organisations including: airbus canadian space agency gmv rutherford appleton laboratory

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Southampton University has partnerships with the following companies: