Space Science and Technology (E90)
Open UniversityPostgraduate PgDip Distance learning 2 Years Physics and astronomyAeronautical and aerospace engineering
About this course
This postgraduate qualification is designed for those with an academic or professional interest in space science and the technology that underpins this discipline. It equips students with the skills to carry out scientific investigations using space-based instrumentation, both individually and as a team. Students learn how to use a programming language in support of space science applications and develop other skills that are highly relevant to employment in the space sector. Develops skills in conducting science in the space environment through the use of robotic experiments Explores current debates in space and planetary sciences using data from space missions Develops technical and professional skills according to individual needs and interests
Key features of the course
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
2126 Aerospace engineers
2129 Engineering professionals
3116 Planning, process and production technicians
2124 Electronics engineers
2122 Mechanical engineers
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
Course Details
- Qualification
- Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
- Study Mode
- Distance learning
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Milton Keynes
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Physics and astronomy, Aeronautical and aerospace engineering