Astronautics and Space Engineering

Course Overview

The MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University was established in 1987 to meet the requirement of the space industry for high quality engineers with relevant skills. The course has evolved since then as needs have changed, and we are constantly working to ensure our curriculum continues to prepare our graduates for highly successful careers in the space sector. The MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering consists of fifteen compulsory taught modules, two optional modules from a selection of seven, a group design project and an individual research project. The core modules build your understanding of space engineering before you select specialist modules. In addition to management, communication, team work and research skills, each student will attain at least the following learning outcomes from this degree course: Demonstrate a systematic knowledge and critical evaluation of the key principles of the main spacecraft disciplines (propulsion, orbits, communications, structure, data handling, etc. ) and be competent to analyse performance quantitatively. Demonstrate the ability to critically analyse systems engineering applied to space missions. Demonstrate a critical judgement of their specialist subject area(s) at a level appropriate to new recruits to the space industry such that they are able to contribute directly without significant further training. Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the organisation of the space industry and typical space projects. Be able to apply their knowledge and understanding practically to the design and analysis of space systems.