Interdisciplinary Space Master

The Interdisciplinary Space Master (ISM) of the University of Luxembourg is 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.

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. 

Partnerships

The International Space Master is partially funded by the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) whose mission is to promote the economic development of the space sector in Luxembourg. The ISM contributes to the education pillar of the LSA. 

The University will partner with industry who will contribute to the teaching and learning and who will also provide internships in the fourth semester.

Strengths 

• Interdisciplinary training
• Problem based learning approach
• Support from the Luxembourg Space Agency
• Strong links with national stakeholders including industry

Career perspectives

Employment opportunities in the space sector or further research at the doctoral level.