MSc in Space Engineering

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

22

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

95%

Job Placement

97%

Top recruiters

BAE Systems

NASA

European Space Agency

QinetiQ

Airbus

MBDA

GE Aviation

GKN Aerospace

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$3,893 / year

Overall Cost

$22,786 / year

FAQs

• Is the program taught in English?
  
  Yes, the MSc in Space Engineering is fully taught in English. Proof of English proficiency is required unless the applicant’s previous degree was taught in English and certified by the university
• What is the application process and timeline?
  
  Applications are typically open for the September intake. Early application is recommended due to limited seats. All documents must be submitted online as per the university’s guidelines.
• What are the career outcomes for graduates?
  
  Graduates are prepared for roles in: Aerospace and space industry (design, manufacturing, testing of space components) Research centers and institutions Governmental space agencies Private companies involved in space mission planning and satellite technology Positions requiring advanced design tools and autonomous operation capacity.
• What is the duration and structure of the program?
  
  Duration: 2 years (full-time) Location: Milano Bovisa campus Language: English Start: September intake Year 1 Courses Aerothermodynamics Orbital Mechanics Spacecraft Structures Dynamics and Control of Space Structures Heat Transfer and Thermal Analysis Communication Skills Year 2 Courses Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics and Control Space Propulsion Space Physics Numerical Modelling of Aerospace Systems Experimental Techniques in Aerospace Engineering Aerospace Technologies and Materials Telecommunication Systems Space Mission Analysis and Design Launch Systems Payload Design Graduation Thesis and Final Work
• What is the focus of the MSc in Space Engineering at Politecnico di Milano?
  
  The program is designed to train highly qualified professionals capable of developing and managing technical activities related to research, design, and verification in the space sector. Graduates gain expertise in mission analysis, thermal and structural design of space components, propulsion and power systems, orbit and attitude control, and space systems integration and testing
• What are the admission requirements?
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, etc.) Solid background in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Principles of Electricity, Thermodynamics, Mechanics, Materials, and Automatic Control Minimum GPA: 70/100 or equivalent (for some countries, check specific requirements) English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL iBT 78+, or equivalent. Applicants whose Bachelor’s was taught in English may be exempt with proper documentation. Required documents: Academic transcripts Cumulative GPA statement (if grading scale is not on transcript) Bachelor’s degree certificate or provisional certificate Detailed study program/course descriptions Curriculum Vitae (CV) Letter of recommendation Letter of motivation English language certificate