Space training opportunities
593 training opportunities for the UK and European space sectors, last updated 18 April 2024. Curated by Space Skills Alliance.
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Satcom Fundamentals
Short course (Online) by GSOA · Part of membership package $348/year (~£280) · Current
GVF520, the second in a series of three online courses leading to GVF Advanced Satcom Professional Certification, provides the student with a thorough understanding of the fundamental theories of VSAT communications. This knowledge is essential for every skilled and effective satellite ground equipment terminal field technician.
ESA/ELGRA Gravity-Related Research Summer School
Short course (Austria) by European Space Agency (ESA) · €450 (~£384) · Current
An overview of the current research under microgravity and hypergravity conditions in Life and Physical Sciences
Echoes in Space
Course (Online) by European Space Agency (ESA) and EO College · Free · Current
Training on the basics of Radar Remote Sensing and applications of the data
Business Horizons Tech Talk: International Collaboration
Seminar (Online) by Exotopic · Free · Past
Space programmes and systems are international by nature, and approaches to tackling challenges with space often require international collaboration. There are many opportunities to engage with, and work with, international partners on space projects, be that through European Space Agency, UK space-bridges, or commercial ventures. In this session we will discuss the capabilities of a selection of space active countries, some of the key players internationally, and some potential approaches for establishing cross-border collaborations.
GPS Fundamentals and Enhancements
Short course (Online) by NavtechGPS · $1499 (~£1205) · Current
This two-day introductory level course offers an overview of how the global positioning system works. It covers GPS/GNSS fundamentals and principles and technologies, including signals, clocks and timing, orbits and constellations, and satellites and control segment function.
Analysing Changing Multi-Hazard Risk 2
Course (Netherlands) by ITC (University of Twente) · €1116 (~£953) · Past
Training on how to conduct a quantitative multi-hazard risk assessment, how the risk components (hazards, elements-at-risk and vulnerability) can be obtained, and how risk information can be used in risk reduction planning
New Trends in Outer Space Development
Short course (Online) by Udemy · £19.99 · Current
The New Trends in Outer Space Development course is designed to enable any person to advance their knowledge about current emerging trends in astronautics.
Commercial Space Program (CSP)
Course (USA) by International Space University (ISU) · $14892 (~£11972) · Past
An introduction to entrepreneurial management and New Space activities
Business Horizons Tech Talk: Leveraging UK Space Infrastructure and Facilities
Seminar (Online) by Exotopic · Free · Past
A new entrant to the space sector, whether a startup or transferring from another sector, can face significant challenges and potentially large upfront capital costs to put in place the infrastructure required to support their product, be that testing facilities for space-qualified hardware or access to data for downstream applications. The UK has invested in national infrastructure and facilities to address this need, enabling access to shared resources and often opportunities for fully-funded support. Here we discuss the range of facilities available within the UK and how businesses can access them.
ISU Space Resources Professional Course
Short course (Online and France) by International Space University (ISU) · €500 (~£427) · Past
A broad overview of the space resources field, including the current knowledge of available resources in the Solar System, identification, collection, extraction, processing, and utilization systems under development, economic and technical feasibility studies, legal and policy issues, and space exploration architectures and commercial ventures that may be enabled by utilizing extraterrestrial resources in the near future
Applications of geo-information science and earth observation
Course (Netherlands) by ITC (University of Twente) · €3547 (~£3030) · Past
Hands on training in the use geo-information science and earth observation knowledge in a local context
Advanced Geoinformatics
Short course (Netherlands) by ITC (University of Twente) · €3850 (~£3289) · Past
Geo-spatial data is the major driver of today’s information society. Smartphones, satellites, and sensors are creating more Big Geo Data than ever. This data is used for an increasing number of scientific purposes that aim to benefit the world. It’s a matter of gathering, analyzing, distributing and visualizing the data to make it fit for specific use, e.g. in systems for improving agricultural practice or creating healthy cities. The technologies supporting these processes are at the core of geoinformatics. Effectively acquiring and efficiently managing these amounts of data takes more than skills. It also requires keeping pace with ongoing technological developments and understanding how to interpret them. The course Advanced Geoinformatics offers you the possibility to expand your competencies and skills in advanced data acquisition and information extraction methods or focus more on the integration of state-of-the-art methods in geospatial workflows. You will learn to design and develop algorithms, models, and tools to process geo-spatial data into reliable, actionable informatio
One-to-One and Bespoke Training Courses
Workshop (Penryn) by Clear Mapping Co · POA · Current
When working with Clear Mapping Co, we support you throughout the whole process, from considering your course content, to delivering your programme. We will work with you to customise a training programme to enable you to get the most out of their particular Geographic Information System.
Space Entrepreneurship 101
Short course (Online) by Udemy · £24.99 · Current
Get to know the New Space Economy
Access Procedure Skills
Short course (Online) by GSOA · Part of membership package $348/year (~£280) · Current
In this course, which follows on from GVF 530, you will learn how to check for accurate pointing, perform a cross-pol alignment with the satellite access center, and follow the industry best-practices guidelines, the General Access Procedure document.
SAR Course
Short course (Spain) by European Union Satellite Centre (SatCen) · €1200 (~£1025) · Current
The aim of this two-week SAR course is to provide initial foundation training, followed by more advanced training for the exploitation of SAR imagery in the field of defence and security. The course is designed in two modules. Module 1 is aimed at attendees with a background in optical imagery interpretation and provides training in the fundamentals of SAR theory as well as application exercises to familiarise attendees with the specific SAR effects and basic SAR imagery exploitation.
Space Law and Policy Course
Short course (London and Online) by London Institute of Space Policy and Law (ISPL) · £525-1050 · Current
Share insights with international practitioners and professionals, through lectures, discussions and interactive case-studies
Business Horizons Tech Talk: United in Sustainability
Seminar (Online) by Exotopic · Free · Past
Sustainability within any industry has always been important, but is increasingly becoming an essential part of any successful business and sector. The space industry must think, and act, both for a sustainable space environment and space supply chain. In this webinar, we discuss the sustainability advantages and challenges brought by the space sector and how businesses can benefit from a shared sustainability strategy and narrative.
Introduction to QGIS: Understanding and Presenting Spatial Data
Short course (London, Liverpool, and Cornwall) by Geospatial Training Solutions · POA · Current
In this two part introductory course we will give you an overview on how GIS works, and what we can and can’t do with spatial data. We assume no prior knowledge of GIS and will explain how to get data into the GIS as well as how to produce maps using your own data.
SME Training - EEE components procurement
Workshop (Netherlands) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Free · Current
An introduction to the pitfalls associated with EEE components procurement and associated costs, project budget and schedule
EUMETSAT Data Access Services
Seminar (Online) by EUMETSAT · Free · Current
Starting October 2021, we present a new monthly series of open, online short how-to sessions on the Data Access Services and their usage via GUIs and APIs. With this series we hope to increase the amount of users moving from the legacy data access services to the new Data Access Services (Data Store, Data Tailor, EUMETView) by removing the technical challenges in using the GUIs and APIs. In each session we will be answering top questions posted by you. Each session is recorded and listed below.
Guided Weapons - MAA-GW
Short course (Shrivenham) by Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (DAMOD) · POA · Current
This course will introduce you to the ‘missile’ and the system; constituent parts of the missile and how they integrate into the complete system; the threat and how it can be countered.
Satellite Communications Systems Course
Short course (London) by University of Surrey · £1000-1850 · Current
A comprehensive overview of satellite communication technology and applications, so delegates can learn practical skills required for design engineers
Business & Climate Change: Towards Net Zero Emissions
Short course (Online) by University of Cambridge · £2200 · Past
Gain insights into the organisational risks and opportunities posed by climate change, and learn to lead the transition to net zero emissions and rewire your business model for long-term value and resilience.
Opportunities for UK space-enabled organisations across Indian agriculture
Seminar (Online) by Satellite Applications Catapult · Free · Past
Join us to learn more about, and identify, opportunities for space-enabled innovation, collaboration, and commercial activities for UK organisations within the Indian Agricultural sector.
Space Systems Engineering Course
Short course (Southampton) by University of Southampton · £2,300 · Current
Provides a broad view of a space mission and insights into the working of its systems and how they interact
NWP-SAF satellite data assimilation
Short course (Online) by ECMWF · Free · Past
This course provides a complete overview of the usage of meteorological satellite observations in operational numerical weather prediction (NWP). It includes a series of lectures and practical sessions covering a range of topics – from fundamental theoretical concepts through to detailed practical implementations in modern state-of-the-art data assimilation systems.
Standardization Training Course
Short course (Online) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Free · Past
An introduction to the ECSS and the importance of using standards and the impact they have on the way space activities are implemented. Overview of how and why standards are used in different disciplines at ESA.
Monitoring Oceans from Space
MOOC (Online) by EUMETSAT and Imperative Space · Free · Current
This course will introduce you to the powerful role of satellite ‘Earth observation’ (EO) technology in monitoring our oceans, and to the beautiful and inspiring nature of the imagery and data it produces.
Space Mission Operations
Short course (Online) by TSTI · POA · Current
This space systems operation course provides the participant with the processes, tools, and data to operate space systems better and more cost effectively. It puts the participant in the position of a mission operations manager who is responsible for the early planning of mission operations, designing the mission operations system, and conducting daily operations.
GPS/GNSS Operation for Engineers and Technical Professionals: Principles, Technology, Applications and Intro to DGPS Concepts
Short course (Online) by NavtechGPS · $2899 (~£2331) · Current
This is a technical foundation course. During this four-day course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of GPS/GNSS system concepts, design and operation, including information on GPS signal processing by the receiver, techniques by which GPS obtains position, velocity and time, code tracking, antennas, receiver impairments and enhancements, nav algorithms, and an introduction to differential GPS (DGPS) and Kalman filtering, to bring you quickly up to speed on GNSS operation.
SpaceWest – Business Workshop on Funding and Investment
Workshop (Bristol) by West of England Combined Authority (WECA) · Free · Past
Space is a key sector for growth in the UK creating new opportunities across digital applications, engineering, smart government and environmental protection. The West of England Space Hub and the University of Bristol are hosting this workshop for businesses looking to develop activity in the space supply chain – whether that’s building on existing work or entering this exciting field. Specialists from business, government, and academia will lead discussions on funding programmes, sector support, partnerships and private investment. Speakers include the Airbus, Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA), the European Space Agency, First Thirty, Invest Bristol and Bath, the UK Space Development Agency (UKSA), the University of Bristol, the University of the West of England (UWE) and the Satellite Applications Catapult.
Practical Technique For VSAT Professionals
Short course (Online) by GSOA · Part of membership package $348/year (~£280) · Current
As the follow-on course to GVF510 (Core Skills) and GVF520 (Satcom Fundamentals theory), GVF521 covers the range of knowledge, techniques, and practical tips that every field technician and installer needs to know in order to perform a high-quality, reliable VSAT installation job. Covers the range of practical tips, techniques, and knowledge taiolored for fixed-VSAT field technicians and installers, such as using a compass, calculating levels in dB, voltage drops, cable lengths, using a spectrum analyzer, grounding, basic IP networking, safety issues, and troubleshooting.
Fundamentals of Rocket Propulsion
Short course (Online) by Udemy · £29.99 · Current
This course is designed to provide you the practical foundations for planning missions, a career in aerospace and an understanding of how to estimate the performance of your own designs and ideas.
Satellite 101 Webinar: Launch and Propulsion
Seminar (Glasgow and Online) by Satellite Applications Catapult · Free · Past
As part of the UKSA funded Space Enterprise Ecosystem Development Project, the Satellite Applications Catapult and Grey Consultants are collaborating with The University of Glasgow to host a Satellite 101: Launch and Propulsion hybrid webinar.
The Space Commercialisation Engine Launch
Seminar (Leicester and Online) by Satellite Applications Catapult · Free · Past
During the event, which will take place between 9 am to 1 pm, you will also hear about the latest developments from within the East Midlands’ growing space cluster as well as meeting representatives from some fantastic space-focused organisations.
Antennas for Space Applications
Short course (Netherlands) by European Space Agency (ESA) · €500-1200 (~£427) · Past
An overview of design approaches, constraints and technical solutions for space antennas, addressing both theoretical and technological issues
Safety, Security and Sustainability in Space – Mythbusters and Managing Risks
Seminar (Online) by Safety and Reliability Society (SaRS) · Free · Past
Webinar and discussion on orbital debris and safety
Your Business Powered by Space - Frontiers of GNSS Applications
Seminar (Online) by GRACE (University of Nottingham) · Free · Past
We are pleased to invite you our second seminar in the ' Your Business Powered by Space' series. On March 10th, we will hear from Matthew Alcock, Samuel Christelow and Lei Zhao about the GNSS techniques and its applications.
Guided Weapons - Structures, Aeroelasticity and Power Supplies - GWS-SAPS
Short course (Shrivenham) by Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (DAMOD) · POA · Current
This course will cover aspects of guided weapon (GW) design especially involving the key disciplines of structures, vibrations and aeroelasticity and power supplies.
GPS and DGPS Operation for Engineers and Technical Professionals: Principles, Technology, Applications and DGPS concepts
Short course (Online) by NavtechGPS · $2899 (~£2331) · Current
This five-day course offers a comprehensive introduction to GPS and DGPS technology, system concepts, design, operation, implementation and applications, including detailed information on the GPS signal, receiver processing, and the techniques by which GPS obtains position, velocity and time. This course builds on Course 346 by adding a full day of Differential GPS and two additional hours of Kalman filtering.
End-to-End Google Earth Engine
Resource (Online) by Spatial Thoughts · Free · Current
Google Earth Engine is a cloud-based platform that enables large-scale processing of satellite imagery to detect changes, map trends, and quantify differences on the Earth’s surface. This course covers the full range of topics in Earth Engine to give the participants practical skills to master the platform and implement their remote sensing projects.
UK-Turkey: building strong partnerships within agriculture, food & drink
Seminar (Online) by Satellite Applications Catapult · Free · Past
This event will explore the opportunities to meet challenges within the Turkish Agriculture Food and Drink industry through building ecosystems across borders that deliver innovations to identified supply chain challenges. It will showcase capability from the UK Catapults and Agri-Tech ecosystem, give insight into the current use and adoption of digital technologies, and provide opportunities for great collaboration between the UK and Turkey.
Technology Transfer, Application & Innovation
Short course (Belgium and Online) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Free · Current
A course on different disciplines within the field of Technology Transfer, Application & Innovation, including patenting, entrepreneurship, and business incubation
First ESA-EUMETSAT-CAMS joint training course on Atmospheric Composition
Short course (Romania) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Free · Past
Training on data and software related to air quality monitoring and societal impact, and upcoming satellite data products and monitoring services
Satellite101 for Natural Resources
Seminar (Online) by South West Centre of Excellence in Satellite Applications (SWCoESA) · Free · Past
This event is a back to basics, fundamentals of satellite technologies today. Listen to our fantastic technical consultants, Emma Hatton (Earth Observation expert), and John Yates (Satellite Communications expert) as they give an overview on the current capabilities of satellites and space tech, and how they work.
Advanced GIS Training Methods: IUC and K-means Clustering
Short course (London, Liverpool, and Cornwall) by Geospatial Training Solutions · POA · Current
In these two morning sessions, we will discuss the Internet User Classification and Retail Centre Typology datasets from the CDRC and the methods used to create them. K-means clustering is used to create many different data sets, including the geodemographic classification, OAC. We will discuss the IUC and RCT datasets, how and why they were created, and what they can be used for. We will also discuss and show you how to use the K-means clustering method to create your own classification, using IUC as an example.
The Frozen Frontier: Monitoring the Greenland Ice Sheet from Space
MOOC (Online) by European Space Agency (ESA) and Imperative Space · Free · Current
This course will provide you with an overview of the role of ice in the climate system and the impact and implications of a warming climate on the Greenland Ice Sheet.
Introduction to Field Spectroscopy Workshop
Resource (Online) by Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) · Free · Current
This page contains links to tutorials we have developed for working with NERC-ARF data. Most of these tutorials were created as part of the NERC-ARF Workshop, which is held annually.
Mapping Crops and their Biophysical Characteristics with Polarimetric SAR and Optical Remote Sensing
Seminar (Online) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Free · Current
This four-part, advanced training built on the previous intermediate webinar series and presented more advanced radar remote sensing techniques using polarimetry to extract crop structural information. It also presented Sen4Stat – an open source system demonstrating the potential of optical and SAR satellite Earth observations for monitoring and reporting of the SDG targets related to agriculture. Sen4Stat also combines Earth observation data with national statistical data sets and surveys to support National Statistical Offices in the uptake of satellite Earth observations for agricultural statistics.
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