Course Overview
The PgCert Space Science (K28) at Open University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Designed for those with an academic or professional interest in space science, this qualification provides students with a wide-ranging overview of scientific measurement in the space environment, and will equip students with the skills required to carry out scientific investigations using space-based instrumentation, both individually and as a team. Key features of the course - Develops skills in conducting science in the space environment through the use of remote experiments - Explores current debates in space and planetary sciences using data from space missions A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£12,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£12,500
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £30,000 | £38,000 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £27,000 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £32,500 | £45,500 |
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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