Space training opportunities
645 training opportunities for the UK and European space sectors, last updated 17 February 2025. Curated by Space Skills Alliance.
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The Commercial, Scientific & Strategic Use of Space
Short course (Leicester) by University of Leicester · £1,500
This week offers an inspirational journey through the history and future of space exploration, featuring hands-on activities and authentic space hardware. You will explore the evolution of space exploitation, from early milestones to current and future programmes, along with the applications driving global space industries. The modules also cover international treaties and legal frameworks, as well as the political and environmental factors shaping space activities today. Perfect for those looking for an introduction to the commercial, scientific, and strategic impact of space exploration.
Space Communications & Regulations
Short course (Leicester) by University of Leicester and Alden Legal · £1,500
This week delves into the design and operation of space communications, exploring the technical principles of how spacecraft communicate and transmit data while in orbit. You’ll also learn about the legal and regulatory frameworks necessary for spacecraft to be launched and operate, guided by world-renowned experts from Alden Legal. Gain insight into the compliance processes required to ensure successful missions and seamless communication in space. These modules delivered by Alden Legal are ideal for those interested in the intersection of space technology, law, and regulation in the growing space industry.
Cislunar Ecosystem
Seminar (Online) by Meridian Space Command · £450
Explore the emerging cislunar economy and the technologies driving it. This course provides insights into lunar missions, space resource utilisation, and the economic potential of the Moon and its orbit.
Investor Sessions
Seminar (Online) by Meridian Space Command · Free
A Q&A opportunity for Investors of all levels to speak 1-on-1 with Sam to ask any question about space missions, space tech, or anything space related. Sam is the Director of the Meridian Space Command in the UK, and has previously served as Mission Director for NASA and for ispace lunar missions. He is passionate to help investors with any interest in space discover more about this exciting frontier!
Newspace Mission Management
Seminar (Online) by Meridian Space Command · £660
Designed for executives expecting to oversee space projects, this course covers mission management from a strategic perspective. Topics include project planning, risk management, and exposure into the efficient integration of various mission components.
Global Space Policy
Course (Online) by African Space Leadership Institute · ZAR 5,400 (~£233)
The Global Space Policy (GSP) Course is aimed at equipping practitioners and professionals with information, knowledge and skills, to make the best space decisions, policies, strategies and programmes, while taking cognizance of limited available resources and the geopolitical environment. It is intended for students, professionals and executives, who are interested in the science and art of decision- and policy-making. The Course is taught by expert facilitators from around the world. The course modules and content are designed to accommodate people from different academic and professional backgrounds. Live sessions take place virtually for the convenience of the participants. There are also non-live interactive sessions.
Newspace Entrepreneurship
Course (Leicester) by Meridian Space Command · Free
In this variation of work-experience, high school students will work in small groups to create their own space startup. They will form a fictional company, devise a mission plan, and outline a business strategy. Students will brainstorm innovative space exploration or technology ideas, design the mission objectives, and identify the necessary resources. They will also develop a business plan, including budgeting, marketing strategies, and potential partnerships. A key focus will be on incorporating sustainability, ensuring their mission and business practices are environmentally responsible. Throughout the project, students will learn about the space industry, teamwork, and entrepreneurship, culminating in a presentation of their startup concept and mission proposal to a panel of judges. This hands-on project aims to inspire creativity and practical problem-solving skills in the context of the growing newspace economy.
Space Sector Fundamentals
Seminar (Online) by Meridian Space Command · £3180
This introductory course demystifies the space sector for non-space professionals. It covers the basics of space technologies & terminologies, mission design, services & products, and market trends & investment opportunities, providing a solid foundation for informed decision-making.
The Business of the Space Economy
Short course (Leicester) by University of Leicester · £1,500
This week immerses participants in the entrepreneurial and strategic landscape of the evolving space economy. You’ll delve into key areas such as entrepreneurship, competitive strategy, financial planning, and talent management, all within the unique context of the space industry. Learn how to reimagine value chains and navigate complex space legislation to gain actionable insights crucial for strategic decision-making. By the end of these modules, you’ll be equipped with a nuanced understanding of space business dynamics, ready to seize opportunities for sustainable growth and innovation in this dynamic and fast-paced industry.
Space Politics & Sustainability
Short course (Leicester) by University of Leicester and Alden Legal · £1,500
In this week delivered by Alden Legal, you’ll explore the complex international politics surrounding space activities. With the rapid increase in space operations, sustainability is now a crucial consideration for those involved in designing, building, and operating space hardware and data products. You’ll examine the growing challenges posed by space debris, the risks to our technological infrastructure and space assets, and how the global space community is responding. This is an essential topic for anyone working in or engaging with the future of space exploration and technology.
Space Sustainability Leadership Programme
Course (Online) by Green Orbit Digital · £1500
Our Space Sustainability Leadership Programme is designed to empower individuals and organisations to lead with purpose, drive change, and create lasting impact in the evolving space sector. This immersive 8-week programme provides you with the knowledge, skills, and tools to become a champion of sustainability within the space industry.
Sustainable Space
MOOC (Online) by University of Helsinki · Free
This course educates people from diverse backgrounds on the key concepts needed to understand sustainable use of space. It is intended as informative and inspirational. Middle school level physics provides sufficient background for understanding the content.
Master in Space Economy
Course (Online) by Space Economy Academy · €1200 (~£0)
6-month program guided by two expert lecturers: one specializing in Space and the other in Business Development.
Space Applications Learning Hub: Cross-Cutting modules in System Engineering, Data/AI/ML and Commercial Operations
Course (Online) by Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN), Space Professionals, Geospatial Ventures Limited, and Space Skills Alliance · Free
These cross-cutting modules are part of the wider Space Applications Learning Hub (SALHUB) training courses which will deliver expert-led training modules in systems engineering, data/artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) and commercial operations across positioning, navigation and timing (PNT), Earth observation (EO/GIS) and satellite communications (SatComms). These training courses are structured as three courses: PNT, EO/GIS and SatComms. Before the PNT, EO/GIS and SatComms courses begin, there will also be an introductory week of cross-cutting content that explores systems engineering, data/AI/ML and commercial operations. These sessions will cover foundational modules that will act as a leveller for attendees coming from different sectors. The System Engineering modules will include focus on system engineering from a space industry perspective and include an Introduction to Space System Engineering; System Context, Requirements and Design; and System Verification, Validation and Qualification. The Data/AI/ML modules will focus on an introduction to the concepts of AI and ML from the perspective of the space industry. They will include an introduction to AI and ML, satellite & space data contexts, data processing and also introduce task setting including supervised learning, un-supervised learning and reinforcement learning. The Commercial Operations modules will provide an introduction to commercial skills aimed at space industry professionals. They will cover an overview of developing a Product and Service Strategy, Product and Service Launch and Access to Finance aimed at the space industry.
Winning ESA Proposals
Workshop (Athlone) by Space Industry Skillnet · POA
This course provides a detailed description of a best practice process for ESA proposals, based on aerospace industry standards applied in North America and Europe. It will teach an efficient method of selecting and compiling compelling proposals. It also reviews the ESA ITT pack and EXPRO Proposal templates in detail to maximise the chances of a successful proposal response. This interactive course includes a workshop with participants reviewing and compiling a proposal.
Doing Business With ESA
Seminar (Online) by Space Industry Skillnet · Free
This training course introduces the fundamentals of how to successfully engage with the European Space Agency [ESA]. It includes all the practical information required to support a straightforward start to working with ESA, including an introduction to the procurement process; the esa-star system; Tender and Proposal Template documents; IP requirements and PSS cost breakdown forms. Upon completion, course graduates will be ready to engage with ESA in a knowledgeable and efficient manner.
Applied Project Management (APM)
Short course (Online) by KISPE · POA
An introduction to programme management for space missions. The course presents the tools and techniques for project definition, work breakdown, estimating, resource planning, critical path development, scheduling, project monitoring and control, and scope management.
Satellite Procurement (SP)
Short course (Online) by KISPE · POA
A 2- to 3-day course that covers the process of satellite system procurement within the commercial and government environments.
SAFe for Teams
Short course (Online) by TSTI · POA
The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) helps businesses address the significant challenges of developing and delivering enterprise-class software and systems in the shortest sustainable lead time. It is as an online, freely revealed knowledge base of proven success patterns for implementing Lean-Agile software and systems at enterprise scale. SAFe synchronizes alignment, collaboration, and delivery for large numbers of Agile teams. Scalable and configurable, SAFe allows each organization to adapt it to its own business needs. It supports smaller-scale solutions employing 50–125 practitioners, as well as complex systems that require thousands of people. A Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe) Agile Team member, represented by the SAFe 5 Practitioner (SP) certification, is a professional on a team of dedicated individuals who, together, have the skills necessary to define (elaborate and design their component or Feature), build (implement their component or Feature), and test (run test cases to validate their component or Feature) increments of value in a short timeframe. During this two-day, on-site or virtual course, attendees of SAFe® for Teams training course will gain an in-depth understanding of the ART, how it delivers value, and what they can do to effectively perform their role using Scrum, Kanban, and XP. They will also learn how to write stories and break down features, plan and execute iterations, and plan Program Increments. Finally, they’ll learn about the continuous delivery pipeline and DevOps culture, how to effectively integrate with other teams in the program, and what it takes to continuously improve the train. Attending the class prepares individuals to take the exam and achieve certification for SAFe® 5 Practitioner (SP). With over 3,000 alumni, this course is designed for team members who apply Lean and Agile at scale and all member of an Agile Release Train preparing for launch. All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® Practitioner (SP) certification exam: Familiarity with Agile concepts and principles; Awareness of Scrum, Kanban, and XP; and working knowledge of software and hardware development processes.
Space Business Engineering (SBE)
Short course (Online) by KISPE · POA
The purpose of this course is to examine the business aspects of a space related company, looking at the products and services, the underlying business models, the business planning process, the generation and presentation of a business plan, and some of the uses of a business plan within an organization.
SPACE 900 – The Space Domain – National Security Executive Seminar
Short course (Varies) by Global Space University · POA
Space 900 provides a foundation in space grand strategy to introduce students to space policy and published guidance that shapes strategic initiatives as nation states, allies and partners in space. Space 900 provides an overview of the space environment across all orbital regimes and introduces space capabilities to familiarize students with current examples across military, commercial, allied and civil space. This course provides a stark reality-check on our space vulnerabilities through a review of current adversary counter space capabilities and threat systems that provide a variety of critical services to all nations. We use a series of practical real-world vignettes and examples, to engage the student with situations where space capabilities and space mission areas are applied in support of multi-domain operations. Our discussions and exercises illustrate space interoperability, synchronization, support, and effects across the spectrum of operations. Finally, Space 900 incorporates multiple senior leader perspectives, ranging from the Department of Defense, allied/partner leaders, as well as leaders from commercial space industry. Space 900 offers the unique opportunity to have face-to-face dialogues with space enterprise leaders to enrich your experience and learning with seasoned perspective to achieve a greater awareness of the space environment, threats, and capabilities.
Maximizing International Space Cooperation
Course (Online) by African Space Leadership Institute · POA
African countries need to leverage on the tools of space diplomacy in order to advance their internal and international interests. This course is aimed aat equipping professionals, policy makers and diplomats, with the knowledge and skills needed for space cooperation and diplomacy. Beginning with international relations theory, the course explores modern tools of diplomacy.
Space Legal, Regulatory & Spectrum Managament
Short course (Online and Varies) by Euroconsult · POA
Euroconsult’s training service is aimed at providing interdisciplinary knowledge transfer to government, private sector and not-for-profit organizations wishing to enhance their expertise in the space sector. This course covers the legal, regulatory and frequency challenges impacting business plans, investment and programs
African Space Policy & Strategy
Course (Online) by African Space Leadership Institute · ZAR 3,100 (~£132)
This course is a thorough examination of the African outer space programme within the context of the global space enterprise. The course contains lectures and discussions on the conceptualisation, drafting process and adoption of the African Space Policy and Strategy. These are examined within the context of the present and emerging international space governance system. Through the course, participants will gain knowledge and insights into space policy, law and governance.
SPACE 460 – International Space Policy & Strategy
Course (Online) by Global Space University · POA
Space remains a contested, competitive, congested, costly, and complex domain for international governments and commercial entities alike. We launch into the historical underpinnings of the use of space and step through the origins, evolution, current status, and future prospects of international space policies and strategies. We also examine principles of international space law, norms, and treaties that affect ongoing and future space commerce, exploration, and security.
Space Industry & Market Dynamics
Short course (Online and Varies) by Euroconsult · POA
Euroconsult’s training service is aimed at providing interdisciplinary knowledge transfer to government, private sector and not-for-profit organizations wishing to enhance their expertise in the space sector. This course covers the downstream and upstream space industry market perspectives and trends
Space Law & Governance
Course (Online) by African Space Leadership Institute · ZAR 4,950 (~£211)
The Space Law and Governance Course is aimed at equipping African professionals with information, knowledge and skills, to make the best space decisions, policies, laws and regulations, within the framework of international space legal regime and geopolitics.
Agile Product Delivery: An Introduction using SCRUM for Space
Short course (Varies) by Fistral Training and Consultancy Ltd. · POA
This course delivers a baseline understanding of Agile, and in particular SCRUM, principles and commonality of terminology. It provides an overview of the SCRUM framework and Agile development core techniques and skills; Day 2 is highly interactive. An Agile approach centres on delivering outputs iteratively and rapidly. With increased customer interaction this approach provides greater flexibility and the ability to adapt and respond quickly to changes in the environment, or requirements in projects or product development, where the final output cannot be clearly defined at the beginning.
Project Management Principles for Space Level 2
Short course (Varies) by Fistral Training and Consultancy Ltd. · POA
Working in a project environment requires a blend of both technical project management ability and interpersonal skills. So, in addition to taking the “hard” methods provided in 'PM Principles Level 1' to a greater depth and introducing more advanced techniques, this course will also focus on the “soft” communication and people management skills needed to optimise the performance of a project team.
Project Management Principles for Space Level 1
Short course (Varies) by Fistral Training and Consultancy Ltd. · POA
As our flagship course, this is the most popular option for the space sector. This four day course will establish a foundation of ‘best practice’ in project management within the Space Industry. While general in concept, it is influenced by current methods within ESA coupled with industry best-practice.It provides the opportunity to practice project management skills through various challenging exercises and a comprehensive four day project case study which takes the attendees through the full lifecycle of a project.
Introduction to Project Risk Management for Space
Short course (Varies) by Fistral Training and Consultancy Ltd. · POA
This course explores the principles and practice of implementing and tailoring the ECSS‐M‐ST‐80C Risk Management Standard to your project or organisation through considering approaches adopted by previous and current ESA missions, as well as industry best practice. The course goes step-by-step through the risk management process focusing on concepts, ideas, tools and techniques that assist effective implementation.
Women Leading in Space & STEM programme
Workshop (Varies) by Jones Consulting · POA
This leadership programme aims to provide women with the skills and confidence to bring their best selves to leadership roles and effectively lead programmes and organisations. Following a successful pilot of this programme at Space Park Leicester and the University of Leicester, Jones Consulting offer this Women Leading in Space & STEM programme for female leaders who are in, or preparing to move into senior leadership roles in the fields of Space and STEM. This programme will support female executives to accelerate their careers and effectively lead programmes and organisations. Development focuses on boosting key leadership skills, confidence and impact. Topics include: Strengthening self awareness, Strategic drivers in Space and STEM sectors, Leading complexity, Commercialising research, Connecting with stakeholders and partners, Storytelling and sharing your vision, Leading a high performance team, and Optimising health, happiness and performance. For further information about the programme and how it can benefit female leaders in your organisation please contact: [email protected] Deborah Jones and associates have over 20 years experience as professionally qualified leadership consultants and coaches. Find out more at: www.jonesconsulting.org.uk
Skills and hiring in the space sector
Seminar (Online) by Space Skills Alliance · POA
This interactive workshop focuses on skills and hiring for start-ups and SMEs in the space sector. In this workshop you'll learn what a good recruitment pipeline looks like and how make yourself an attractive company to work for. This workshop can be tailored to different audiences, get in touch with us on [email protected] for more information.
Guidelines for the Long-term Sustainability of Outer Space Activities
Seminar (Online) by UNOOSA · Free (~£0)
The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) has developed an introductory e-learning course, which provides an overview of the Guidelines for the Long-term Sustainability of Outer Space Activities (LTS Guidelines). The e-learning tool is free and open to anyone who wishes to know more on the long-term sustainability of outer space activities and the LTS Guidelines. The 60-minute interactive training consists of 26 lessons, touching upon the essential role of space activities, the growing space sector and the associated challenges, the preamble and the 21 Guidelines of the LTS Guidelines.
UK Space Agency Accelerator
Course (Online) by UK Space Agency, Exotopic, and Entrepreneurial Spark · Free (~£0)
The UK Space Agency Accelerator provides support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their space journey. We're on a mission to make space accessible to all and together, we'll co-create something special, realising these ambitions to deliver lasting outcomes for our space sector and related industries across the UK. Our bespoke accelerator programmes; Explore, Leo and Geo are designed to help unearth opportunities for businesses at various levels of their space journey. From established space businesses to start-ups and anyone working in a related industry such as engineering, manufacturing or even farming and other areas, who might not have yet fully explored the opportunities, the accelerator programme will help boost business growth.
Master in Space Entrepreneurship
Course (Amsterdam) by Luiss Business School · €16,000 (~£13563)
Sky is not the limit, it is the opportunity. The New Space Economy is the umbrella name of some of the most promising business and societal opportunities of the 21st century, but can you tap into it? The Executive Master in Space Entrepreneurship aims to offer the missing background, entrepreneurial competences and network to those individuals that want to lauch or grow their company in the space industry. Our goal is therefore to provide you with a clear understanding of the context, and of the challenges of the space industry and equip you with the necessary theoretical and practical tools to be a successful entrepreneur in this domain. As a participant you will learn how to build a strong, sustainable business model for your entrepreneurial idea, how to get it funded, and how to drive it from the start-up phase to the scale-up one and to maturity.
Master in Space Business Management
Course (Amsterdam) by Luiss Business School · €16,000 (~£13422)
Space has Scientists and Technicians, now it needs Managers. In recent years we have been witnessing a renewed and increasing attention to (the) Space (sector) that has become so relevant to deserve the name of the New Space Economy. This course aims to offer the missing managerial competences to those highly specialised professionals who operate in the space sector or who intend to move there, to enable their professional growth into top positions. Our goal is therefore to start you off to a path that goes from being a professional, to becoming a manager, to developing into a leader an organisation. As a participant you will be provided with the vision, the hard (financial, marketing, organisational) and soft (people management, negotiation, leadership) managerial competences and skills required to be successful in the Space Economy.
Space Technology Innovation Masterclasses: User Centred Design
Short course (Online) by Satellite Applications Catapult · Past · Free
This masterclass has been designed to help you move from a general understanding of a problem to a set of validated user requirements that can be used to design a service that is useful, usable, and much more likely to stick in the market. At the Satellite Applications Catapult, we employ a User Centred Design (UCD) approach to space enabled service development, putting the user at the heart of product, technology, or service design in order to de-risk its development. It’s a process that will make sure that you build the right thing and build the thing right; and we want to share it with you. In this interactive online class aimed at UK businesses, members of the User Centred Design Team from the Satellite Applications Catapult will show you how to capture the critical information that will help you create a value proposition with competitive edge. The class will combine presentations on User Centred Design approaches with practical activities that your organisation can use to develop their understanding of their users, their users’ requirements and how to incorporate these into the service or product development cycle.
ECSL Summer Course on Space Law and Policy
Short course (Budapest) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Past · €200 (~£170)
One of ECSL’s most successful activities is the ECSL Summer Course on Space Law and Policy, which is open to students of all levels of study, as well as a few young professionals already working in space or space-related sectors. The course is now in its 31st year and boasts a large family of alumni around the world.
Space Leadership Academy
Workshop (Online) by Space Leadership Academy · POA
At the Space Leadership Academy, our team of world-class coaches and experts are united around one mission – to upskill leaders in the space sector and get them fit to lead the future.
Space * NEWSPACE
Short course (Strasbourg) by International Space University (ISU) · €2000 (~£1695)
During the NewSpace elective teams of participants will submit at the end of the elective a short business plan for a project at their choice. The first week will be dedicated by experts informing the participants on business plan principles, business canvas and essential financial calculations to be included in a business plan. Experts from different equity investor categories will discuss with the participants on the approaches of business angels and venture capitalists and give useful info on how investors evaluate business plans and do due diligence. In parallel, the participants will work further on a concept of their choice. The second week will be mainly dedicated to coaching on how to present a business plan slide deck with the help of experts from a local incubator. In this period, also analysts of equity investors will be invited to explain how they evaluate business plans. To the extent possible, representatives of a successful start-up will share their experiences. On the last day, the teams will present their proposal in front of a professional jury which will evaluate the different proposals and give feedback on the strengths and weaknesses.
Space Entrepreneurship
Short course (Online) by Space Economy Academy · €480 (~£400)
Build business capabilities, acquire financial skills and navigate the global framework with confidence.
Space Economy
Short course (Online) by Space Economy Academy · €360 (~£302)
The space economics program provides you with a 360 degrees view of the new space economics trends, challenges and needs belonging to the space business.
Space for Business
Course (Varies) by University of St. Gallen, Nova School of Business, Rotterdam School of Management, and European Space Agency (ESA) · €15000 (~£12716)
The #1 business programme for the NewSpace economy in Europe. This 6-month (part-time) Executive Education programme by 3 top European business schools provides business training for space professionals. Developed with the European Space Agency, it prepares selected professionals and their organizations for the business opportunities and risks of NewSpace, by imparting skills in creating and recognizing innovative business models.
Space Business - Finance, Legal & Regulatory
Short course (Online) by Space Business Qualified (SBQ) · $250 (~£190)
Space is a capital-intensive business funded by public and private financing, and governed by complex legal and regulatory rules developed over decades.
Welcome to the Business of Space
MOOC (Online) by Space Business Qualified (SBQ) · Free
A free introductory course outlines the size of today’s industry, its major applications, and the basics of rocket launch and spacecraft communication.
Space Business - Markets
Short course (Online) by Space Business Qualified (SBQ) · $250 (~£199)
This unit introduces the established market sectors in the space business, their relative size and growth, and introduces the emerging markets that will propel the future of the business.
Small Satellite Market and Technology Trends
Seminar (Guildford) by SSTL · POA
Provide an overview of the current small satellite market and potential future trends. Highlight important considerations when building a business case with focus on EO applications. Share SSTL’s experience as a pioneer of smallsat revolution and our view of the state of the art in that area.
EUSPA Space Academy
MOOC (Online) by European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) · Free
The EUSPA Space Academy offers enthusiastic entrepreneurs a free and customisable online development programme tailored to their unique goals.
ECOS Self-Training
Seminar (Online) by European Space Agency (ESA) · Free
The ECOS self-training manual has been developed to allow ECOS users to get familiar with software version ECOS 5.3. It is based on a series of hands-on exercises that will allow users to progressively get familiar with the most commonly used features of the application software.
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