The Space Exploration Systems Postgraduate Diploma at the University of Leicester is designed for physicists and engineers eager to contribute to the next frontier of human and robotic discovery. You will delve into the core applied physics and engineering skills essential for developing space systems and missions, from initial concept through to launch and operations. This programme bridges the gap between systems engineering and space science, providing physicists with vital industry-relevant engineering knowledge and engineers with a deeper appreciation for space science and exploration technologies.
Studied full-time on campus over six months, you will explore crucial areas such as spacecraft systems, spaceflight dynamics, propulsion, the space environment, and advanced spacecraft engineering. The curriculum incorporates a significant engineering design case study, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges. You will graduate with the professional skills and advanced space project experience demanded by international space exploration research groups and the commercial space industry, preparing you for roles in this dynamic sector.