Overview

This Space Science and Technology MSc programme from The Open University UK equips students with the skills to carry out scientific investigations using space-based instrumentation, both individually and as a team.

Students learn how to use a programming language in support of space science applications and develop other skills that are relevant to further research or employment in the space sector. You’ll also conduct an in-depth research project in space science or space technology.

Key facts:

Develops skills in conducting science in the space environment through the use of robotic experiments.
Explores current debates in space and planetary sciences using data from space missions.
Develops technical and professional skills according to individual needs and interests.
Culminates with an in-depth individual research project in space science or space technology.

Career opportunities:

This qualification is directly relevant to scientific and technical careers in the space sector. It is particularly relevant to roles that are concerned with acquisition, handing and interpretation of data obtained by space-based instrumentation.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Project management
Strategic capabilities for technological innovation
Technology innovation management
Finite element analysis: basic and applications
Manufacture materials design
Software development

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-09 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences General Engineering & Technology View 48 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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General requirements

Entry to this qualification will typically require a minimum of an honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in one of: physics, astronomy, geosciences, chemistry, engineering or mathematics. Entry without an honours degree in one of these areas is at the discretion of the Qualification Lead and will depend on qualifications and relevant work experience.
Please contact us at the link below stating that you wish to be considered for non-standard entry to the MSc in Space Science and Technology and give a detailed account of your qualifications and relevant experience.
Space science (S818) should be studied as the first module in the qualification and the compulsory MSc project module for MSc in Space Science and Technology (SXS810), as the final module in the qualification. Any prior entry requirements (pre-requisites) on constituent optional modules will need to be met separately, where these may apply.

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Tuition Fee

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International

4283 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12850 GBP for the full programme during 36 months.
National

2940 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8820 GBP for the full programme during 36 months.

national: £8,820–£9,210
international: £12,850–£13,190

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