Master of Engineering Science [M.E.S] (Space Systems Engineering)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #51 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025
$22,374 /Yr
A$33,900 /Yr
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $22374 (AUD 33900) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | $13162 (AUD 19942) |
| Groceries | $5148 (AUD 7800) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $20875 (AUD 31629) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline for 2025 Intake | |
- UNSW Master of Engineering Science (Space Systems Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree with the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications.
- The degree is designed for students who already have an accredited engineering degree and want to move into the space industry or pursue research in the sector.
- Through the Space Systems Engineering stream, you’ll explore systems engineering in spacecraft and space systems, before delving into the ways these systems are being applied in current and future industries.
- You’ll take a combination of core and elective courses as well as a year-long practical project. Subject areas you’ll explore include:
- Systems engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Aerospace engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Satellite systems
- Space mission development
- Space systems engineering
- The Master of Engineering Science is a non-accredited program designed to deepen your expertise, so you can dive into an exciting career in space systems.
- Total Units of Credit (UOC): 96
- Degree structures can vary depending on your specialisation of choice, the number of courses you choose and timetabling, to give you an indication you can consider the below.
- Depending on your specialisation and your previous studies/professional experience you may study:
- At least 4 Disciplinary Courses
- At least 4 Advanced Disciplinary Courses
- At least 1 Engineering and Technical Management Course
- At least 3 enquiry-based courses (which includes a research project)
- At least 4 elective courses (across Disciplinary, Advanced Disciplinary and Engineering and Technical Management courses)
- Through the Disciplinary and Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge courses you’ll learn the technical knowledge and skills you need for your chosen specialisation. You’ll also update your knowledge in cutting-edge developments in your area of interest.
- You’ll complete a research project in this degree within the enquiry-based courses. In this you can choose to develop your Postgraduate Research skills to assist with the research project component of the degree or as your first step towards a Higher Degree Research (PhD) program.
- Or you can complete a “Launching a Startup” course where you will be equipped with the skills necessary to successfully commercialise your ideas.
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TOP Scholarships
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| International Student Award | 15% toward tuition fees | Must be commencing full-time study as a new student on campus. |
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Career and Placement after Course
The demand for systems engineers is high and the skills and experience you gain at UNSW Engineering will set you up to work in diverse roles and sectors, including:
- Space systems engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Computer networks
- Aerospace engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Project management
- Mechatronics
- Software engineering
- Structural engineering
- Professional, technical and scientific services
- Information media and telecommunications
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNSW Future of Change Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 4,215/Yr$6,386 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam International Postgraduate Scholarships 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 660/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,310/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 13,200/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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