MSc Astronautics and Space Engineering at University of Surrey

Programme overview

Our Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc degree 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. The night sky presents us with the idea of infinity, and advances in space engineering give us the opportunity to go further and explore more than ever before.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 5 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Intake: February 2027, September 2027 | Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc is designed to give you the specialist multidisciplinary knowledge and skills required for a career working with space technologies. You’ll have access to all aspects of the design and delivery of spacecraft and payloads. We are the only UK academic institution that develops, builds and operates complete space missions – from initial concept to hardware design, manufacturing and testing to in-orbit operations. Core modules include Space Dynamics and Missions, Space System Design, Research, Professionalism and Innovation, 60 Credit Standard Project.

Career pathways

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.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in 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. IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other element

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,900 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, February 2027 start Source

International applicants: GBP 25,900 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, February 2027 start Source

Intake: February 2027, September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 5 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/postgraduate

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