Objective The objective of the Erasmus Mundus Master Course in Space Science and Technology – SpaceMaster is to open opportunities for all highly qualified students around the world to study space science and technology at an advanced level in a research-oriented environment.Course duration Two years (120 ECTS)Brief DescriptionThe Course consists of four semesters. The 1st compulsory semester takes place at Julius-Maximilians Universität Würzburg. The 2nd compulsory semester takes place at Luleå University of Technology, Kiruna. During the 3rd semester the students choose a European partner university on the basis of their specialisation. During the 4th semester the students produce their Master thesis at the European and third-country partner universities. The thesis work is strongly connected with current space research and is performed in collaboration with the associated members and other international space organisations. The students obtain cross-disciplinary theoretical knowledge and practical skills by using the available scientific facilities such as radar systems, stratospheric balloons, robots, rockets and satellites. Specially organised study visits to European space companies help the students to establish direct contacts with space industry.An international experienceSince its founding in 2005, the Course has graduated more than 280 students from over 41 countries. SpaceMaster alumni comprise an effective network of space professional around the world. Students are educated in an international environment and graduate equipped with the top-level competency and professional skills to meet the requirements of the international space sectors. The programme includes a number of motilities and the Master thesis can be prepared in third-country partner universities. The language of instruction is English.A number of EU-funded scholarships are offered to the best qualified candidates.Career prospects The Course is aimed at students with an interest in following a career in the space sector whether in academia or industry. The educational cooperation is supported by the associated scientific and industrial organisations which provide direct contacts with professional research and business sectors. The Course offers a solid foundation for further studies to participate in a PhD programme. Diploma The students who fulfil the requirements for a Master Degree receive a double Master Diploma, i.e. a Diploma certificate from Luleå University of Technology and a Diploma from the second European partner university. Website: www.spacemaster.eu