sci09
Feb9-11, 01:12 PM
Hello, I am employed as a scientist with an undergrad in physics. I work on space weather-related projects and am looking at masters opportunities.
One that has peaked my interest is Space Systems. However, I can't seem to find a whole lot of info on what someone with a Space Systems master does. I cannot determine if the degree is truly technical (eg Astro Engr, or a space science track in physics), a little fuzzy (eg Space Studies as offered by institutes like UND), or somewhere in the middle. I'm looking at Florida Institute of Technology's program and while their course descriptions certainly seem technical, I don't see the difference between this and Astro Engr (you can look at their course offerings at http://www.fit.edu/catalog/documents/2010-2011.pdf).
I can't believe that the degree is just a box-checker as it is offered by some accredited institutes as well as the Air Force Institute of Technology.
Is there anyone out there who would be able to help?
One that has peaked my interest is Space Systems. However, I can't seem to find a whole lot of info on what someone with a Space Systems master does. I cannot determine if the degree is truly technical (eg Astro Engr, or a space science track in physics), a little fuzzy (eg Space Studies as offered by institutes like UND), or somewhere in the middle. I'm looking at Florida Institute of Technology's program and while their course descriptions certainly seem technical, I don't see the difference between this and Astro Engr (you can look at their course offerings at http://www.fit.edu/catalog/documents/2010-2011.pdf).
I can't believe that the degree is just a box-checker as it is offered by some accredited institutes as well as the Air Force Institute of Technology.
Is there anyone out there who would be able to help?