Master of Engineering Science (Space Systems Engineering)

UNSW Sydney

About Master of Engineering Science (Space Systems Engineering)

Through the Space Systems Engineering stream, you'll explore systems engineering in spacecraft and space systems, before delving into the ways these systems are being applied in current and future industries. You'll take a combination of core and elective courses as well as a year-long practical project. Subject areas you'll explore include: 

  • Systems engineering 
  • Mechanical engineering 
  • Aerospace engineering 
  • Electrical engineering 
  • Satellite systems  
  • Space mission development 
  • Space systems engineering 

The Master of Engineering Science is a non-accredited program designed to deepen your expertise, so you can dive into an exciting career in space systems.

When you study the Master of Engineering Science (Space Systems Engineering) at UNSW, you'll study at the largest electrical and telecommunications engineering school in Australia. UNSW Engineering consistently ranks as a top engineering faculty in Australia and placed #36 in the 2021 QS World University Rankings.  

The benefits of studying with the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications at UNSW are vast and include:   

  • You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with world-leading research centres at UNSW, including the Australian Centre for Space Engineering Research (ACSER) 
  • We're ranked as the top school for research in Australia and within the top 50 globally 
  • You'll join a community where diverse perspectives and entrepreneurship are celebrated, giving you opportunities to gain experience in innovative projects and world-leading research.

Entry Requirements

UNSW recognises professional experience. If you've worked in a relevant industry, you may be eligible for credit points that would allow you to complete the one-year, full-time program.

One-year accelerated program/ Stream A

You’ll need one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%, plus one year relevant professional experience.
  • Honours degree or Graduate Diploma* (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.

1.7 year program/ Stream B

You’ll need one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline, with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
  • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%, plus one year relevant professional experience.
  • Honours degree or Graduate Diploma* (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.

Stream C

You’ll need:

  • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.

*It is expected that a Graduate Diploma will have been completed after an undergraduate degree.

English Requirements

  • Min PTE : 65
  • Min IELTS : 7
  • Min TOEFL : 94

Career

Future careers

You'll graduate from the Space Systems Engineering Science stream with a deep understanding of space engineering, as well as a breadth of knowledge and experience in related disciplines. 

As a Space Systems Engineer, you'll enter an industry with exploration, innovation and discovery at its heart. Your expertise will set you up to work in roles where you'll plan, develop, deploy, test and optimise systems related to space exploration and research.  

The demand for systems engineers is high and the skills and experience you gain at UNSW Engineering will set you up to work in diverse roles and sectors, including:  

  • Space systems engineering 
  • Mechanical engineering 
  • Computer networks 
  • Aerospace engineering 
  • Electrical engineering 
  • Project management 
  • Mechatronics 
  • Software engineering 
  • Structural engineering 
  • Professional, technical and scientific services  
  • Information media and telecommunications 

During your time at UNSW, you'll be able to take advantage of our connections with leaders in the industry, like NASA, forging important networks before you graduate. Other UNSW Engineering industry partners include:  

  • Raytheon  
  • CISCO  
  • US Office of Naval Research  
  • Thales  
  • Huawei  
  • Google
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Course Summary

Study level

Postgraduate

Discipline

Engineering

Cricos

084282A

Duration

2 years

Study mode

Mix

Fee*

A$47,700 per year
University Summary

AU Ranking: 4

QS Ranking: 44

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