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Space Systems Engineering (Degree Apprenticeship), BSc (Hons)

University of Portsmouth, the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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About Space Systems Engineering (Degree Apprenticeship), BSc (Hons) - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

Develop your engineering role in the space or aerospace sector with this work-based degree, and help meet the challenges faced at the next frontier in technology. 

With this degree apprenticeship in space systems engineering, you'll develop skills in systems engineering, hardware design, coding and the commercial application of your new abilities. You'll be studying on day release, which means you'll be able to apply your new knowledge to your workplace throughout your study, giving you and your employer a toolkit to meet the skills gap identified by the UK Space Agency.

You'll learn practical methods to apply contemporary space engineering practice in your career, whether in spacecraft operation and aerospace design, or in earthbound fields that can benefit from innovation in technology. You'll also build your connections with commercial and academic operators in the sector, develop your understanding of industry's current state, and position yourself to steer a course through the possibilities of outer space.

What you'll study

  • Space Science
  • Introduction to Materials and Manufacture
  • Mathematical Principles
  • Introduction to Analogue Circuits
  • Intro to Solid Mechanics and Dynamics
  • Intro to Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics

Entry requirements

  • 104-112 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.
  • A Levels: BBC-BCC
  • BTEC: DMM
  • T Level: Merit
  • IB: 28-29

All applicants to the Degree Apprenticeship courses must have an acceptable Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics. Acceptable qualifications include GCSE with grade C/4 or above and Functional Skills with Pass - please note that we are not able to accept all kinds of Level 2 qualifications, so if you are unsure whether you have a suitable qualification please get in touch. If you do not have an acceptable qualification you will be required to take an additional assessment during the application process.

  • All applicants will be required to complete a Skills Gap Analysis before completing an application form.
  • All applicants will be invited to attend an academic interview and may be asked to submit a portfolio of work or undertake additional assessment.

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