Graduate Certificate in Space Operations

Program Overview

UNSW Canberra's Graduate Certificate in Space Operations provides advanced knowledge in planning, operating, and acquiring space systems. It explores the intersection of technology and strategy, examining applications in military, civilian, and commercial domains. The program emphasizes Australia's strategic space development and responsible stewardship of the space environment. Students complete 24 Units of Credit, including core courses in space systems engineering, operations, policy, and situational awareness, and elective courses in specialized areas.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

UNSW Canberra's Graduate Certificate in Space Operations equips learners with an advanced understanding of the issues related to the planning, operation, and acquisition of space systems in the dynamic global space sector. The program examines the intersection between technology and strategy, shaping operational choices in space and explores the evolving landscape of space utilization for military, civilian, and commercial applications. It emphasizes Australia's strategic space development and encourages responsible operations to ensure the sustainability of the space environment.

Objectives:

• Provide a comprehensive understanding of space systems planning, operations, and acquisition
• Analyze strategic and technological factors influencing space operational decisions
• Explore current and future applications of space systems in military, civilian, and commercial domains
• Examine Australia's role and capabilities in the space sector
• Foster responsible stewardship of the space domain for future generations

Outline:

Structure:

Students complete 24 Units of Credit (UOC) by selecting four 6-UOC courses from the list provided in the program's Handbook entry.

Core Courses:

Students must complete at least 12 UOC of core courses, up to a maximum of 24 UOC.

Core course options: - Space Systems Engineering and Acquisition - Space Operations and Management - Space Policy and Law - Space Situational Awareness and Cyber Security - Space Science and Applications - Capstone Project in Space Operations (for high-achieving students only)

Elective Courses:

Students may complete up to a maximum of 12 UOC of elective courses.

Elective course options: - Special Topic in Space Operations (topics vary) - Data Analytics for Space Applications - Astrodynamics and Orbital Mechanics - Satellite Communications - Remote Sensing and Earth Observation

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Satellite and ground segment controller
• Space operations officer
• Space systems operations
• Space entrepreneur
• Space operations policy analyst