Master Of Science In Space Science

College of Science

Master

United Arab Emirates University

Overview

The primary objective of the interdisciplinary Space Science MSc Program, offered in collaboration by the College of Science (COS), College of Engineering (COE), College of Humanities & Social Science (CHSS) and College of IT (CIT) at UAEU, with the support of National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC), is to serve as a thorough and effective academic exposure of Space Sciences and Technology for students aspiring to build careers in the space sector.

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Program Details

Degree level: Master
College: College of Science

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Develop thorough understanding and professional skills using appropriate literature and research resources
Evaluate complex inter-disciplinary challenges resolved through space science and technology
Formulate and advance space science research applying scientific principles
Create innovative Space Systems solutions through mission-specific projects
Compose scientific results as research publications, presentations, thesis and reports
Design multi-faceted space science problem solutions systematically and analytically as part of diverse teams

Program Requirements

Minimum 30 credit hours total
Core Courses 18 credit hours
Elective Courses 6 credit hours (two from a basket of six)
Thesis 6 credit hours
Mandatory internship (0 credit hours) at space research institutes in the UAE