Overview

The Space Engineering MSc degree offered at the University of Surrey provides students with the specialised knowledge and skills needed to design, build, and operate space systems for a wide range of applications, from satellite communications and Earth observation to exploration missions and space tourism.

Career opportunities

On this MSc, the University of Surrey will aim to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the design of space missions using satellites. You will apply the knowledge you gain in theory and in practice at a high level, exploring the specialist areas of space physics, mechanics, orbits and space-propulsion systems, as well as the system and electronic design of spacecraft. This is a multidisciplinary course and projects are often closely associated with ongoing space research projects carried out by Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd. This is a large local company that builds satellites commercially and carries out industrially-sponsored research. As a graduate of this course, you’ll be in high demand in the UK and European space industries, particularly as industry faces a critical need for graduates of electronic engineering-based disciplines. Students from Surrey Space Centre have gone on to work as engineers in radio frequency, instrumentation, imaging, computing, astrodynamics and propulsion. Many graduates have been employed by Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (which was founded by Surrey Space Centre) and Airbus. Other employers include:

Astroscale

European Space Agency

Goonhilly Earth Station

In-Space Missions

QinetiQ

Satellite Applications Catapult

Thales

UK Space Agency.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Space dynamics and missions

Space system design

Satellite Remote Sensing

Rf Systems And Circuit Design

Space Avionics

Space Environment and Protection

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 60 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guildford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Aerospace Engineering Astronomy & Space Sciences View 52 other Masters in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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6.5

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General requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in either Aerospace Engineering, Communication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information and Communication Technologies, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Telecommunication Engineering, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. We'll also consider relevant work experience if you don't meet these requirements.

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Tuition Fee

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International

24900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24900 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12400 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12400 GBP per year during 12 months.

Sep part time / 15 credits:

UK 1,400GBP

INT: 2,800GBP

Living costs for Guildford

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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