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Bachelor's Program - Space Engineering

The space sector is one of the fastest-growing technological industries in the world, creating great opportunities for engineers who can combine technology, innovation, and critical thinking.

Space Engineering is an innovative programme for students who want to develop technologies used in satellites, space missions, autonomous systems, and the infrastructure of the future.

Apply and join the engineers who will shape the future of space exploration!

Bachelor's Programme in Space Engineering

Space Engineering is a first-cycle (Bachelor’s) engineering programme delivered entirely in English by an international team of lecturers and space industry experts.

The programme was created in close cooperation with industrial and academic partners, in response to real market needs. As a result, students are closely connected to the space sector throughout their studies, gaining insight into companies, technologies, and practical solutions used in the industry.

This approach allows students to develop competencies that are genuinely in demand by employers and to prepare for careers in one of the fastest-growing technological industries in the world.

What You Will Learn

Space Engineering is the first and only programme of its kind in Poland. It is based on a comprehensive, systems-level approach that shows how modern space systems are designed and built in practice. You will learn how to integrate hardware and software in the same way it is done in real space missions.

At the beginning of the programme, you willgain a solid foundation in core engineering subjects, including mechanics, robotics, electronics, programming, and materials.

In the later stages, the curriculum focuses on key areas of space engineering, such as:

  • structures, materials, and propulsion systems for rockets and satellites
  • power systems and onboard computers
  • avionics and flight dynamics
  • ground infrastructure and communications

You will also explore Earth observation technologies, work with sensors, and design payloads. The programme includes orbital mechanics as well as attitude determination and control systems for satellites and spacecraft.

Throughout your studies, you will develop skills in data analysis and processing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. All courses are taught in a space application context, based on real-world solutions used in the space industry.

By combining multiple engineering domains, the programme gives you a practical and comprehensive understanding of how modern space missions are designed, built, and operated.

Quick Facts

Courses are taught by experts and researchers from different countries, including industry practitioners and specialists connected with international space sector, for example European Space Agency.

Classes are taught by practitioners who don’t rely on theory alone, but have designed technologies that have actually been sent into space!

The programme prepares students for international careers and global engineering environments.

Studies are free of charge for students from Poland. International students are subject to tuition fees, which are described in detail on the webpage dedicated to international applicants.

The Faculty hosts 10 space-related student research groups, where students actively engage in ambitious, real-world projects.

Their areas of interest include:

  • designing and building satellites
  • lunar exploration and robotics
  • materials for space missions
  • astrobiology
  • Earth observation
  • laser and radio communications
  • software development for the space sector
  • space propulsion
  • social aspects of space exploration

We are a part of UNIVERSEH: European Space University for Earth and Humanity. It is an alliance of seven European universities, active since 2021, focused on advancing education and collaboration in the space sector. The project brings together institutions from across Europe, including partners from France, Germany, Poland, Sweden, Italy, Luxembourg, and Belgium.

UNIVERSEH offers a range of opportunities for students, including:

  • mobility programs across partner universities
  • joint academic courses
  • short-term schools and summer programs at partner institutions
  • initiatives promoting sustainability and inclusion

Students can participate in conferences, international projects, workshops, and short-term schools abroad, gaining valuable international experience and building a global network.

Regular "Meet the Copmany" events with space and high-tech companies give students the opportunity to explore the industry, build professional networks, and learn directly from employers.

Expert talks and seminars with researchers, engineers, and industry professionals allow students to continuously expand their knowledge beyond the classroom.

Why choose this programme?

  • The first and only programme of its kind in Poland
  • Education based on a hands-on, practical approach that reflects the real process of developing space missions
  • A comprehensive view of space systems engineering — from structures and propulsion to avionics, payloads, and mission design
  • Strong emphasis on practical learning and engineering projects
  • Alignment with international standards and best practices used in the space sector
  • Focus on technologies supporting the space economy and sustainable development
  • Access to modern infrastructure and close cooperation with the space industry and research centres
  • Preparation for working in international, interdisciplinary engineering teams

Career paths

Graduates can build careers in the space sector, advanced technology industries, and deep tech, finding employment in areas such as:

  • space robotics and autonomous systems
  • satellite data processing and remote sensing
  • advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence
  • research and development (R&D) centres
  • research institutions
  • aerospace industry
  • satellite and spacecraft design and manufacturing
  • space medicine and biotechnology

The interdisciplinary profile of the programme also opens opportunities in related high-tech fields, such as robotics, autonomous systems, and other modern engineering industries.

Further study opportunities

Graduates are prepared to continue their studies at the Master’s level in areas such as:

  • Space Technologies
  • Mission safety and cybersecurity
  • Space robotics and autonomous systems
  • Artificial intelligence and data engineering

Do you have any questions? Ask us at student-spacetech@agh.edu.pl

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