What does our universe look like and how is it formed? Can we detect life-forms on other planets? How can we monitor pollution and climate change? Space missions are key to answer these fundamental questions. It all starts with curiosity and the science that drives these missions. But the idea should also be feasible in terms of engineering. Moreover, new technology can sometimes enable new applications not thought of before. In Space missions, challenging science and innovative engineering come together. However, people working on these missions often have limited understanding of the other discipline which sometimes leads to wrong expectations, miscommunication or missed opportunities. The space sector is growing rapidly worldwide and missions become increasingly more demanding. This minor intends to provide the new generation of scientists and engineers with a broad understanding of the main disciplines involved, being able to bridge the gaps in this exciting field!
The programme
The minor Space Missions is an interdisciplinary thematic minor provided by the TU Delft and Leiden University. This minor is accessible to third-year students of selected BSc programs from Leiden University, TU Delft and Erasmus University. During this minor you will obtain insight in the science carried out from space as well as the design of associated instrumentation and spacecraft. Through theory and challenge-based mission assignments performed in teams, you will experience the interdisciplinary relationship between the engineering and scientific domain of spaceflight. The missions will be provided and supported by professionals in the space sector (ESA, SRON, etc.) and guided by academic tutors from both the scientific and engineering field.
Which students can apply for this minor?
Leiden University: Astronomy, Bioinformatics, Physics, Computer Sciences, Computer Science & Economics, Mathematics, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Clinical Technology, Life Science &Technology and Molecular Science & Technology.
TU Delft: all BSc programs.
Erasmus University: Econometrics & Economics, Econometrics & Operational Research, Econometrics and Philosophy of Economics.
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