About the course

Our Space Exploration Systems MSc focuses on robotic and human space exploration. The degree is managed by an international joint academic-industrial consortium with partners in France, Italy and the UK Designed for physicists and engineers, this cutting-edge course explores space systems engineering, space instrumentation, the space environment, space power systems (including nuclear power systems) and space mission design. Over the duration of the course, you will acquire the core applied physics and engineering skills required to develop space systems and missions from initial concept through design, assembly and verification, to launch and operations. You will have the opportunity to work with academic and industrial practitioners in three countries, to acquire the knowledge and skills expected by space exploration research groups and the space industry in the 21st century academic and commercial sectors. This course bridges the divide between systems engineering and space and planetary science. For physicists, it provides the systems engineering knowledge required to work in industry. For engineers, it will stimulate an appreciation for space science, and the enabling technologies for robotic and human space exploration and instrumentation which contribute to that science. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£21,850

Intake	Location
Term 1 (September), 2024	Leicester
Term 1 (September), 2025	Leicester

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Leicester

2:1 BSc, BEng, MPhys, MEng or Masters (or equivalent) in Physics or Engineering.

　　We may consider applicants with a 2:2, or a degree in another science subject, on a case-by-case basis.

　　Academic qualifications and transcripts

　　Personal statement/research proposal

　　Two completed references (one must be academic) OR names and contact details of two people from whom we can request references (one must be an academic referee).

　　Proof of English language competency (if your first language is not English)

　　IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

　　TOEFL iBT - 80

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Leicester. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking38th / 130

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