Satellite Systems Engineering MSc

Program Overview

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Overview

The University of Bradford is offering an exciting opportunity to those who want to pursue their career in the space/satellite sector.

This programme is unique in covering not only the three pillars of space/satellite systems: communications, earth observation and navigation, but also artificial intelligence (AI) and distributed systems, which are keys to the future satellite systems.

You will benefit from being taught by a team of world renowned technical experts in space/satellite engineering and state-of-the-art space laboratory facilities.

You'll gain theoretical knowledge and have hands-on experience in constructing a cubesat/pocket cube. You'll also develop software modules for the Telemetry, Tracking and Command (TTC) system, which are key components of a space system, either as a part of the taught modules or as an MSc project. You'll be supported by state-of-the-art space lab facilities, including a cleanroom for the construction of the cubesat/pocket cube and a small scale TTC control centre.

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Placement opportunities

Both short-term and long-term placement opportunities, either in industry or in an academic institution, are open, providing a career gateway to students studying on this programme.

There are potential placement opportunities with

Satellite Applications Catapult

and

Airbus

. Satellite Applications Catapult will co-supervise up to two 3-6 month student placements per annum. Students accepted for the placement will receive a stipend directly from Catapult. In addition, Catapult has an internship programme that offers MSc graduates the opportunity to apply for a graduate placement at Catapult for up to 18 months.

The

SENSE Earth Observation Centre

for Doctoral Training at the University of Leeds also offers summer internship opportunities to suitably qualified students choosing MSc projects co-supervised by SENSE academics.

In addition, the Space Placements in Industry (SPIN) scheme managed by the UK Space Agency and supported by the Satellite Application Catapult provides placement opportunities for those considering employment in the space sector. It connects space sector organisations who want to find the most talented and enthusiastic people to ensure the future success of their business. Students who hope to work in the space sector and are keen to develop new skills, applying and building on the knowledge they've acquired in their studies to date, are welcomed to apply through

the Catapult website

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Scholarships

Scholarships or stipends of up to £10,000 each

are available to eligible applicants studying on this programme.

Find out about our recently-opened Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI

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Program Outline

What you will study

All module information is for 2022 entry, and is subject to change.

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First year

Space Dynamics and System Design

Communication Satellite Systems

Navigation Satellite Systems

Earth Observation Satellite Systems

Ground Satellite Systems

AI and Distributed Computing

MSc Project

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Learning and assessment

This programme will be taught at our campus in Bradford.

Each 20-credit module will be delivered as follows:

One full week of face-to-face teaching by an external expert

One full week of teaching in a lecture theatre, co-delivered by the external expert (potentially remotely) and the module coordinator (on campus)

One full week of on-campus tutorials/workshops/seminars and/or team-based project work. The latter forms a part of the module assessment

You will be assessed through a combination of coursework projects and examinations.

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Official programme specification

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Career support

The programme team will work closely with the University's

Career and Employability Services team

to help you find a part-time or graduate job, and explore options for gaining work experience during your studies.

Career workshops will be organised covering employability topics, with guest speakers from a range of industries invited to share insights into careers, job roles and recruitment.

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Career prospects

Graduates of this course will be able to pursue a range of job roles and career paths, including:

Satellite Systems Technician

Satellite Systems Engineer in communications, earth observation and/or navigation

Systems Analyst

Telecommunications Engineer

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technologist

Researcher