Spacecraft Systems
Course summary
Start date
29/09/2025Cost
£800.00Delivery mode
Online (Fixed Schedule)
About the course
This course is taught by subject area experts online through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous activity, including engagement with discussion boards. The course involves 8 hours of contact spread over 7 weeks. The course covers various aspects of space data, including:
- Launch systems
- Antennas and communications
- Power, attitude, and control systems
- Payloads and integration
- Calibration and operations (including ground stations)
- Case studies on various aspects of spacecraft operations
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, you will:
- Be familiar with the challenges of operating in the space environment, including planetary surfaces.
- Understand the key components of a spacecraft, their functions, and limitations.
- Grasp the trade-offs between different spacecraft components and how they are balanced, using real-world examples.
- Know the relevant industry standards, including jargon and terminology.
Who the course is for
This course is designed to support learners upskilling to facilitate a move into the space sector or to support a vertical move to a more senior position within the space sector.
Entry criteria
A numerate first degree or equivalent experience is recommended
Additional Information
Course options
If the course has more than one start date, time, delivery mode or location, then these options will all be shown in the table below.
All times are local to Edinburgh.
| Start date | Delivery mode | Campus | Class time | Cost | Book now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29/09/2025 | Online (Fixed Schedule) | n/a | n/a | £800.00 | Book now |