Master in Space Engineering

Tuition fees for Master in Space Engineering are 4,497 USD per year.

Space Engineering is a two-year master's program taught in English at Politecnico di Milano, in Milano, Italy. This field of engineering focuses on the design, development, and operation of spacecraft and satellite systems, covering the technical challenges involved in building systems that must function in the demanding conditions of space. Students typically study orbital mechanics, spacecraft design, propulsion systems suited to space travel, and the structural and thermal engineering required for equipment that must withstand extreme temperatures, radiation, and the vacuum of space. Coursework often includes subjects on satellite systems and their subsystems, including power, communication, and control systems, as well as mission design and analysis, which covers how a spacecraft's trajectory and operations are planned to achieve a particular objective. Because space missions involve significant technical risk and cost, students are also generally introduced to the testing, verification, and reliability engineering practices used throughout the space industry to ensure systems perform as intended once launched. Many programs in this area draw on a mix of mechanical, aerospace, and electrical engineering principles, reflecting how spacecraft integrate many different engineering disciplines into a single system. Graduates typically pursue careers with space agencies, satellite manufacturers, aerospace companies, and research institutions involved in space missions, working on spacecraft design, mission planning, or systems engineering. Others continue into doctoral research connected to space technology or astronautics. Milano's aerospace engineering presence provides a relevant setting for this program at Politecnico di Milano, delivered in English for an international group of students interested in space systems.