Faculdade

Departamento

Master's in Aerospace Engineering

08-07-2025

We are living in a new era of aerospace engineering, driven by breakthroughs in space exploration, sustainable aviation, and disruptive technologies — from satellites and drones to more efficient aircraft and intelligent navigation systems. The Master’s in Aerospace Engineering at NOVA FCT prepares you to lead this exciting future.

With two specialized scientific areas — Avionics Systems and Aerospace Mechanics — this program combines strong scientific and technological foundations with hands-on training and excellence in applied learning.

Resources and Facilities

Students in this program have access to cutting-edge laboratories and teaching equipment, including:

  • A flight arena and multiple UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) with different configurations

  • Fixed and mobile robots

  • Experimental microwave and antenna systems

  • A 9-meter wind tunnel

  • Mechanical testing machines

  • High-efficiency solar lasers

  • A cryogenic vacuum chamber (77 K–300 K) with 159-liter capacity

What will you learn?

Throughout the program, you will:

  • Build advanced skills in aerospace structures, propulsion, flight dynamics, control, and navigation

  • Work on hands-on projects and computational simulations

  • Explore technologies used in the aerospace industry

  • Benefit from strong ties to research and industry, experienced faculty, and partnerships with national and international institutions

Career and Future

This is an innovative and interdisciplinary program with a global perspective. It prepares you for a career in aerospace companies, research and development centers, or even future space missions.

If the sky is no longer the limit… why not start here?

More information at: https://www.fct.unl.pt/ensino/curso/mestrado-em-engenharia-aeroespacial