Master of Space Studies

KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium

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12 monthsProgramme duration

9,493 EURTuition Fee/year

Engineering - AeronauticalMain Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Aeronautical

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The space sector is constantly looking for highly-skilled experts with an interdisciplinary perspective. However, it is this interdisciplinary background which is currently lacking for most new graduates, who have typically specialised in only one of the fields related to space science. Our students develop critical knowledge skills regarding relevant technological sectors, exact and biomedical sciences, space-related law and policy, and economics encompassing space industry, business and management.

The Master of Space Studies aims to cater to these new opportunities by equipping students with the interdisciplinary expertise the space sector is currently looking for. The Master of Space studies trains students in innovative space projects through the symbiosis between technological, quantitative and biomedical sciences, while at the same time supplying them with the economic and policy skills needed to navigate the current legal and political regulations.

Programme strengths

Thanks to the interuniversity effort of the programme, students get embedded in the academic research expertise of two highly-ranked Belgian universities, KU Leuven and Ghent University (please note that the majority of classes takes place in Leuven, for more details please consult the course overview).
In addition to coursework in space sciences, the curriculum is enriched by a series of guest lecturers from international, national and regional institutions.
Extracurricular initiatives, including visits to the European Astronaut Center in Cologne and the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) of ESA in The Netherlands, bring the students in contact with actors in the different fields of space studies, allowing students to interact with research experts, industry leaders, policymakers, and to exchange ideas, grow their network and explore new career opportunities.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Aeronautical

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Programme strengths

Thanks to the interuniversity effort of the programme, students get embedded in the academic research expertise of two highly-ranked Belgian universities, KU Leuven and Ghent University (please note that the majority of classes takes place in Leuven, for more details please consult the course overview).
In addition to coursework in space sciences, the curriculum is enriched by a series of guest lecturers from international, national and regional institutions.
Extracurricular initiatives, including visits to the European Astronaut Center in Cologne and the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) of ESA in The Netherlands, bring the students in contact with actors in the different fields of space studies, allowing students to interact with research experts, industry leaders, policymakers, and to exchange ideas, grow their network and explore new career opportunities.

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Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

79+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

185+

Students with a degree obtained at an institution outside the Flemish Community:

The interdisciplinary Master of Space Studies programme is open to students who have already obtained a Master's degree.

Language requirements

All applicants must prove their proficiency in English.

The following applicants are exempted from submitting an English proficiency certificate:

- Applicants who have obtained a previous university degree taught in English in Australia, English-speaking Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America. Their entire programme should have been completed in English.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

International

Starts from

9,493 EUR

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KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium

12 monthsProgramme duration

9,493 EURTuition Fee/year

Engineering - AeronauticalMain Subject Area

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