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Abstract
The mission project provides students with the opportunity to engage directly with the development of a real-world space mission. It serves as a practical extension of the foundational concepts introduced in Core Course 1, enabling students to apply their knowledge in a realistic, mission-driven context.
Objective
Students will gain exposure to the decision-making processes, systems engineering principles, and collaborative dynamics that define participation in large-scale space projects.
Content
Project Types 1. ETH-Based Research Projects These projects are conducted within a research group at ETH and contribute to an ongoing space mission or conceptual mission study. Students will work as part of an academic team focused on mission design, technology development, or scientific investigation. 2. Externally Supervised Projects Projects may also be carried out at external institutions, including research centers or companies, in Switzerland or abroad. In such cases, the project must be academically supervised by an ETH professor who can assess the scientific and technical quality of the host institution and ensure the relevance of the project to the M.Sc. program. 3. Self-Proposed Projects Student teams may propose their own project concept, especially if oriented toward commercialization or the development of novel space technologies. These projects require a clear mission objective and should demonstrate feasibility, innovation potential, and relevance to the space sector.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| practical/laboratory course |
Case Studies Semester Project
Please refer to the guidelines for the semester research project, see
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No time listed | 6 h weekly |