Space System Technologies
The space industry is experiencing explosive growth, fueled by the commercialization and privatization of launch services and resupply missions to the International Space Station (ISS), as well as renewed global ambitions to return to the Moon and pursue human exploration on Mars. As governments and private companies accelerate innovation, the demand for highly skilled space professionals has never been greater.
The Master of Science in Space Systems is designed to meet this demand. This graduate program prepares you to lead the development and management of complex space missions and architectures, equipping you with the expertise required to oversee major space systems from concept to completion — and the skills you need to manage these systems in action.
Built around a balanced, multidisciplinary curriculum, the degree integrates engineering rigor with program management, technical decision making, systems thinking and leadership development. You will gain the engineering acumen, strategic insight and practical experience necessary to navigate the technical, organizational and business dimensions of the space sector.
Program Details
Offered at the Worldwide & Online Campus
Housed in the College of Aviation, this program prepares students for productive careers and leadership roles in the aerospace industry. Embry‑Riddle's Master of Science in Space Systems provides a focused education for students aspiring to be technical program managers, honing in on advances in technology, automation and structural materials.
The Space Systems degree through the Worldwide & Online Campus offers working professionals the flexibility to advance their education without interrupting their careers. Students can access rigorous, systems-focused coursework from anywhere, structuring classes around professional and personal commitments. The online format delivers the same academic depth as an in-person program while enabling immediate application of space systems engineering and program management concepts in the workplace.
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Credits30
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Methods of Study
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Career Opportunities
As space exploration and commercial space activity continue to grow, professionals with advanced skills in space systems are needed to design, develop and manage the technologies that make missions beyond Earth possible.
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