Taught by UCL Space & Climate Physics with modules offered by UCL Electronic & Electrical Engineering, this MSc programme aims to provide a broad understanding of the basic principles of space technology and satellite communications together with specialised training in research methods and transferable skills, directly applicable to a career in the public and private space sectors. The Space Technology pathway is focused on the application of space technology in industrial settings, its main objective is to provide a sound knowledge of the underlying principles which form a thorough basis for careers in space technology, satellite communications and related fields. Students develop a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of:spacecraft, satellite communications, the space environment, space operations and space project managementthe electromagnetics of optical and microwave transmission, and of communication systems modellinga range of subjects relating to spacecraft technology and satellite communications.