Master in MSc Aerospace Satellite Engineering

At Northumbria University, tuition fees are 21,500 GBP per year.

Join the Space Revolution

The Aerospace Satellite Engineering MSc has been developed by world-leading academics and industry partners to equip postgraduates with the advanced knowledge and skills required to work and thrive within the rapidly growing space sector. This course is ideal for those from a broad range of backgrounds related to science and engineering looking to develop careers in the space industry or its global supply chains.

Distinctive Features

• Learn in our state-of-the-art lab facilities and the North East Skills and Technology Centre (NESST), a £50 million investment.
• Work on industry-led projects in partnership with entities like the UK Space Agency and Lockheed Martin UK Space.
• Benefit from research-rich teaching focused on mission design, systems engineering, and advanced materials.
• Accredited to meet the requirements of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.