Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Space Science and Technology in Belfield Ireland | University College Dublin
University College Dublin
|
Belfield Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
29,100
(c. USD33,602.64)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This program is perfect for Physics, Engineering, and related field graduates looking to transition into the rapidly expanding global space industry. As an ESA member, Ireland hosts numerous companies and researchers engaged in significant international space projects, with UCD currently developing the nation's first satellite, EIRSAT-1.
Key features include practical CubeSat laboratory work, high-altitude balloon payload development, and involvement in an international mission design project. A three-month internship offers valuable industry or research experience, often leading to job opportunities. Past students have interned at prestigious organizations like ESA's European Astronaut Centre, NASA-Ames, and leading space technology firms.
Career Opportunities
While emphasizing space industry preparation, the program also equips graduates for careers in adjacent fields and research. Global demand exists for satellite operators, test engineers, mission specialists, and systems engineers. Expertise in satellite technology is crucial for Earth observation, environmental monitoring, navigation, telecommunications, and meteorology applications.
Potential employers range from Spire and ESA to technology firms like Ericsson and specialized companies such as Eire Composites. The MSc also serves as a foundation for PhD studies in space-related disciplines or ESA traineeships.
DURATION: 1 Year
NEXT INTAKE: September 2024/2025
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Entrance to the programme normally requires a minimum of a 2-1 honours degree or equivalent in Physics Engineering or a closely related discipline NFQ Level 8 or international equivalent
In special circumstances students with a strong Physics or Engineering background and lower second class honours degree may be accepted
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.0 in each element or equivalent
TOEFL IBT - iBT 90 no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section in the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL.
In special circumstances students with a strong Physics or Engineering background and lower second class honours degree may be accepted
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.0 in each element or equivalent
TOEFL IBT - iBT 90 no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section in the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL.
Tuition
EUR
29,100