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Introduction to Space Technology

This course isn’t currently open for applications, but you can still register your interest.

  • Qualifications National Qualifications
  • SCQF Level SCQF Level 6
  • Study mode Full-time
  • Campus Ayr
  • Start date August 2025
  • Duration 36 weeks
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Attendance/Duration

Full-time, one year

Overview

This course aligns with Scotland's booming space industry, offering growing career opportunities. Prestwick is now a Spaceport, and so we are ideally placed to open doors to the world of space exploration. If you're fascinated by space and have a passion for aviation, this could be your ideal course.

Entry Requirements

To join this exciting course, you should:

  • have a genuine passion for Space and Aviation
  • hold four relevant National 5s or equivalent, including Maths and Physics, OR have completed a relevant course at SCQF Level 5 or equivalent
  • successfully complete an interview with us

No formal qualifications? Your life experience could be valuable — reach out for a chat.

Course Content

Explore fundamental aspects of Space and Aerospace through a primarily theory-based course with some workshop-based learning, honing basic hand skills relevant to the space industry.

Subjects may include:

  • Space Fundamentals
  • Navigation and Recapture
  • Satellite Technology
  • Hand Fitting Techniques
  • Electronic Practical Skills
  • Introduction to CAD/CAM
  • Satellite Manufacturing Project
  • Launcher Technology
  • Materials for Space Technology

Next Steps and Career Opportunities

Once you’ve finished this course, you may have the opportunity to move on to further studies in the following areas:

  • HNC Mechatronics
  • HNC Electrical Engineering
  • HNC Aircraft Engineering
  • HNC Mechanical Engineering

There will also be opportunities to go into employment with satellite manufacturers and within the local Aerospace Cluster. There may be apprenticeship opportunities too.

Why Choose This Course

By choosing to study on our Introduction to Space Technology course, you open doors to diverse opportunities in both education and employment. Gain not only subject-specific knowledge, but also essential transferable skills that will set you on a trajectory for success in the dynamic field of Space and Aerospace.