Overview

Key features

The Spacecraft Engineering program offered by Moscow Aviation Institute is based on the experience of the Soviet space program and the latest Russian space developments. A lot of space and launch vehicles constitute the largest educational base in Russia for laboratory research and practical training. MAI students have launched 9 satellites designed and manufactured at the university.

Principal Subjects

The curriculum includes in-depth study courses on mathematics used in ballistic calculations for aero- and spaceflights and advanced studies in theory of strength and reliability. Students undergo practical training in CAD-software, and take elective courses on spacecraft subsystems.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the program gain deep knowledge of theoretical disciplines and knowledge of various constructive approaches and technological solutions which used in the modern aerospace industry. This allows them to begin their career in any of the world’s aerospace companies such asNASA, Boeing, Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI), Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), RosCosmos, European Aeronautic Defense and Space Company (EADS), SpaceX, Thales, Magellan Aerospace. Mr. Wang Yongzhi, Chief Designerof China's first manned spacecraft Shenzhou 5 and Shenzhou 6 is our graduate.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Aided Analysis and Modelling

Structure Engineering

Continuum Mechanicas

Scientific Seminar on Space Technology

Structural Materials Technology

Basics of Aerospace Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Moscow, Russia

Disciplines

Aerospace Engineering Astronomy & Space Sciences View 4 other Masters in Aerospace Engineering in Russia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Diploma with transcript (scan) – the Bachelor’s program must be relevant to the chosen Master’s program
Passport / ID (scan)
Graduation certificate of a Russian Preparatory School for foreign citizens, if the applicant wishes to study in the Russian medium

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

480000 RUB / year

≈ 480000 RUB / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

480000 RUB / year

≈ 480000 RUB / year

Living costs

Moscow

Russia

41640 - 81437 RUB / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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