Bachelor of Science in Space Studies

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The Space Studies program is a unique blend of the study of space science, management, operations, economy, and national security. Students in this program will take a general program. After completing the core courses, Students will take four courses that cover space station, satellite, space craft or transportation systems, as well as courses in planetary and space explorations, space weapons, space weather and astronomy. 

Degree Program Objectives

In addition to the institutional and general education level learning objectives, the Bachelor of Science in Space Studies also seeks the following specific learning outcomes of its graduates. With reference to each of the respective areas of space studies, graduates in this degree program will be able to:

Research and Analysis

  • Conduct fundamental quantitative and qualitative research related to space systems and theory
  • Analyze the principles of manned and unmanned flight outside of the Earth’s atmosphere

Scientific Investigation

  • Calculate and apply basic laws of planetary motion and gravitation, including two-body mechanics
  • Describe rocket fundamentals including propellants, combustion principles and general components

National and International Security

  • Assess the institutions of space law and determine how these institutions affect applications such as commercial and private satellite sales and arms control
  • Describe the role(s) of key space organizations in the United States
  • Evaluate the political and commercial significance of major national and international space endeavors, including past, current and planned
  • Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of space systems in modern warfare, including manned and unmanned aerial vehicles, as well as space-based platforms

Degree Program Requirements

Required Course - 3 semester hours

General Education Requirements (38 semester hours)
English - 6 semester hours
Social Sciences - 6 semester hours
Science - 8 semester hours including the required 1 hour labs
Mathematics - 3 semester hours
History - 6 semester hours
Humanities - 3 semester hours
Literature - 3 semester hours
All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101 - Proficiency in Writing or ENGL102 - Effectiveness in Writing 
Political Science - 3 semester hours
Core Courses (38 semester hours)
Major Courses (12 semester hours)

Select four (4) courses from the list below.

Electives (33 semester hours)

Select any courses that have not been used to fulfill core or major requirements. Credits applied toward a minor or certificate in an unrelated field may be used to fulfill elective credit for the major.

Total = 124 semester credits

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