The MEngSE provides a comprehensive set of courses and training in space-related science and engineering, and the systems approach to design and manage complex space systems. The M.Eng. in Space Engineering requires 30 credits of course work, of which 18 must be at the 500-level or higher and 24 must be graded (not P/F).

Course elections must include:

-Depth in a main area (9 credits). For example,a student could select dynamics and control, structures or propulsion.
-Breadth by crossing engineering/science boundaries (9 credits)
-Systems engineering (6 credits)
-Team design experience (6 credits)