Specialisation overview
Our modern society and economy depend on space systems for critical services such as navigation, weather forecasting, communications, understanding our natural environment, and ensuring a safe and secure future for all.
In this specialisation you will develop sound fundamental knowledge in the design of spacecraft and development of space missions. You’ll concept a space mission and draw on the knowledge and capabilities you’ve acquired in your major to design, build and test your own CubeSat subsystem within a small multidisciplinary team.
You'll employ systems engineering principles to tackle complex problems and develop solutions that are fit for purpose. You’ll also develop your project management skills through practical assessments.
The transferable skills and knowledge that you’ll develop in this specialisation can be applied in technical industries that require teams to work together to solve complex problems. Industry examples include aerospace, defence, shipbuilding, resources and infrastructure.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information on units and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to study this specialisation
A specialisation is a set of four units you study to complement your degree. It helps you broaden your expertise and tailor your degree to your career goals. To study this specialisation, you’ll need to apply for one of the courses listed below.
You may also be able to study this degree as part of a different degree, depending on the course structure. Contact a Future Students Advisor for more information.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Embedded software engineer
- Systems engineer
- Earth observation scientist
- Data analyst
- Electronic engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Project manager
Industries
- Aerospace
- Defence
- Environment
- Manufacturing
- Scientific and technical services
- Telecommunications
- Research and development
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