ObjectivesSpace exploration is undergoing a revolution as access to space becomes more readily available. At the leading edge of this revolution is the Surrey Space Centre ' an acknowledged world leader in the design, construction, launch and operation of small satellites. With 25 years knowledge and with 27 satellites built on campus and successfully launched, Surrey offers you a unique opportunity to obtain cutting-edge experience in space technologies.
Entry requirementsTypical entry requirements BEng: A level grades ABB (320 points) Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry to A level (or equivalent) is required.
Academic titleBEng Space Technology and Planetary Exploration
Course descriptionProgramme Structure
Level 1
Introduction to Astrodynamics and Space Science Mathematics
Programming
Computer Systems and Networking
Engineering Design and Professional Studies Electronic Engineering Science
Laboratories
Signals and Communications
Digital Logic
Analogue Electronics
Circuit Analysis
Level 2
Introduction to Space Mission Design
Exploring the Solar System
Communications Systems Engineering Mathematics
Linear Systems Analysis
Laboratories
Electromagnetism
Analogue Electronics
Digital Engineering Space Science 1 Space Science 2 Electronic and Photonic Devices
Optional professional training year
Level 3
Spacecraft Design Project Dynamics and Control of Spacecraft Spacecraft Bus Subsystems
Space Missions
Object-oriented Design and C++
Digital Signal Processing
Physics of Stars
Control Engineering
Introduction to Nanotechnology