MSc Planetary Sciences at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

This programme is designed to provide students from any academic background with an informed understanding of planetary atmospheres and landforms, space environment, remote sensing, data analysis, astrobiology and space systems instrumentation, giving you a springboard for a career in the rapidly expanding space sector. This course has both January and September start dates. Apply today.

Duration: 1 year (12 months) or 2 years (24 months) | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September / January | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The UK space industry is booming. Findings from the UK Space Agency reveal that as of 2022, year-on-year growth of the UK space sector outpaces the wider economy by 5%.

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Entry requirements

Entry Requirements Space exploration requires technological expertise and innovation, but also an understanding of the commercial, political and legal aspects of space agencies and the wider space industry. That is why the MSc Planetary Sciences is open to students from any academic background. Qualifications The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen. 2:2 UK Honours degree, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth, in any discipline.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). UK fee. Reduced rate (University of Aberdeen Graduates): £7,000. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,000 a year (2026/27). EU / international fee. Reduced rate (Self-funded Students): £14,000. Source

Intake: September / January

Duration: 1 year (12 months) or 2 years (24 months)

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/how-to-apply/

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