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Master of Sciences in Space studies

  • Organisation:
  • Type of Course: Initial education
  • Language(s): English
  • Place: Leuven
  • Level of entry: French Baccalaureat + 4

Course Details

Objectives: The educative aims of the Master of Science in Space Studies are targetted to give the student:

1. the ability to cope in a scientific manner with complex problems profilated in the spacefaring sector. This encompasses both improving the previous acquired skills concerning space exploration and acquinting himself with the thought and work patterns of other relevant disciplines, and reflecting on the proper thinking and working in that broader context;
2. the ability to use methods and techniques in research, the ability to design research, the ability to apply paradigms in the field of the exact, technological and humane sciences, the ability for originality and creativity to complete complex large scale projects, with special attention to the ability to cooperate in a multidisciplinary setting;
3. an advanced insight and understanding of the scientific-disciplinary knowledge specific to one or more of the domains in space sciences, insight in the latest knowledge of the area of specialisation or parts of it, the ability to interpret and follow the way the formation of theory moves;
4. the mastery of general and specific professional competences needed for the independant use of the scientifically supported knowledge of a beginning professional in the spacesector.

Intended for: Students

Prerequisites: The candidate students are expected to
- have completed with success an initial master with relevance in the domain of space studies;
- have the potential to successfully broaden their formation towards other relevant disciplines;
- be able to present a convincing case for the importance of the programme with respect to their professional expectations.

Admission requirements: The interdisciplinary Master of Space Studies programme is open to students who have already obtained a Master's degree. The criteria for admission to the programme include the following:
- the candidate has obtained an initial Master's degree for which he/she can motivate the relevance for space studies
- the candidate presents a 2 page essay with a consistent view of the importance of the programme for his/her professional expectations, in view of the candidate's previous education programmes
- the candidate may be invited to an intake interview
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a comprehensive motivation letter to MSSapplication@ster.kuleuven.be
- The objective of the selection procedure with respect to the initial Master's degree is to verify the student's chances of success. However, students with an initial Master's that does not have a direct apparent connection with space studies can still apply, and may be accepted depending on the power of conviction of their background and argumentation.

Good knowledge of the English language, both written and spoken, is essential. Non-native English speakers are required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS certificate (TOEFL (Computer-based test 213 pt., Internet-based test 79 - 80 pt., Paper- based test 550 pt.) or IELTS (6.5 - 7 pt.)). All international students must meet the language requirements set by the International Admissions & Mobility Unit at K.U.Leuven.

Duration and terms: 1 year

Notes: 60 ECTS

Dedicated web site: http://onderwijsaanbod.kuleuven.be/opleidingen/e/SC_51016979.htm

Topics

  • 1 - Physics and Environment: radiation, particles, fields, debris, climatic and vibratory conditions, meteorology
  • 2 - Dynamics and Kinetics (flight dynamics, space dynamics, constellations, formation flying, attitude and orbit control...)
  • 17 - Project Management, Production, Industrialization, Factory of the Future, Integration, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Recycling
  • 19 - Law and Business Engineering: Law, Regulations, Standards, Management, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Purchasing, Contracts, Intellectual Property, etc.
  • 22 - Space Exploration, Science, Astronomy, Astrophysics, Geophysics