Interdisciplinary Space Master

The Interdisciplinary Space Master (ISM) at the University of Luxembourg is developed in partnership with the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA). Within the University, the Master is co-hosted by the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) and the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT). It offers a building block for a new global space industry. The programme aims to generate a talent pool of highly skilled engineers and innovative entrepreneurs who will be able to create, shape and sustain leading commercial space enterprises and play an important role in the economy of the future.

PARTNERS

OBJECTIVES

The Interdisciplinary Space Master programme is an innovative balance of business and technology teaching and learning. From rocket science to the management of space businesses, the students will acquire various skills required by Luxembourg Space industry sector and develop the entrepreneurial mind-set required to be successful in the emerging future space industry. 

The ISM programme provides solid knowledge in all aspects of the space value chain, along with space engineering expertise. In addition, the course will provide business and management tools enabling students to start their own space companies or contribute in non-technical areas of existing companies. 

STRENGTHS

• Interdisciplinary training
• Problem based learning approach
• Strong links with national stakeholders including industry

STUDY AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Engineer, consultant in the space sector
• Doctorate

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (20 PLACES)

• Bachelor in physics, mathematics, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer sciences, or other natural science or equivalent experience
• Grades of 85% or higher in their technical courses
• TOEFL > 100 and no score < 25 in any single skill,
  or B2 level (comprehension and speaking) of the CEFR system
  or overall IELTS >= 7 and no score < 7 in any single skill.

APPLICATION

• EU students: February - August
• Non-EU students: February - April