Space and Engineering Systems

The MSc program is 2 years long: the first year is to strengthen your theoretical background, and the second year is to focus on research. Students have the freedom to choose courses and extracurricular activities to shape their individual trajectory, acquire soft skills, and gain entrepreneurial skills to prepare for job placement.
Our graduates will possess fundamental knowledge in the field of system design and practical skills in the creation of complex systems. They will be able to:
explain a holistic view of space missions and systems
conduct new observations and measurements from space
tо create new services in navigation, communications, earth observation and space environment
to design, build and test your own satellite (CubeSat)
conceive, design, implement and operate space systems, with an emphasis on space sensors, payloads, and onboard systems
build a career or create a startup in field of space and robotics industry

Our graduates shape their own futures by choosing from a variety of career opportunities in industry, science and business:
Landing specialist positions in the Russian and international Space and Robotics industry, including Skolkovo resident companies and startups.
Landing PhD positions and continuing research at leading Russian and international research bodies.
Starting a business on their own or through the Skolkovo innovation ecosystem with its extensive pool of experts, partners, consultants and investors.

Relevant bachelor's degree, or its equivalent in aerospace-related areas.
If your education has not been conducted in English, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.