Space Science & Technology

This postgraduate qualification is for those with an academic or professional interest in space science and the technology that underpins this discipline. It equips you with the skills to conduct scientific investigations using space-based instrumentation, individually and as a team. You’ll also learn how to use a programming language for space science applications and develop other skills highly relevant to employment in the space sector. You can choose option modules from applied mathematics, computing and IT, engineering, environmental management, innovation management and systems thinking.

To gain this qualification, you need 120 credits.



For module details please see "Course Web Page".

Entry to this qualification will typically require a minimum of an honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in one of: physics, astronomy, geosciences, chemistry, engineering or mathematics. Space science (S818) should be studied as the first module in the qualification. Any prior entry requirements (pre-requisites) on constituent optional modules will need to be met separately, where these may apply.

2 years part-time study



How long it takes

Most students study the Postgraduate Diploma in Space Science and Technology part-time, completing 60 credits a year over two years. Typically, this means 12–18 study hours each week.



You must complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Space Science and Technology within four years.

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Career relevance

This qualification is directly relevant to scientific and technical careers in the space sector. It is particularly relevant to roles that are concerned with acquisition, handling and interpretation of data obtained by space-based instrumentation.