Summer School Alpbach 2010

The Summer School Alpbach is organised by the Aeronautics and Space Agency of FFG (the Austrian research promotion agency) and co-sponsored by the European Space Agency (ESA), with support from the International Space Science Institute. The 10-day Summer School provides in-depth teaching on aspects of space science and space technology with the aim of advancing the training and working experience of European graduates, post-graduate students, young scientists and engineers. It takes place in Alpbach, in Austria's Tyrol region from 2010.

The theme for the 2010 Summer School is "New Space Missions for Understanding Climate Change". Applications are made directly to the Summer School, and financial support will be offered by us to a limited number of successful Irish candidates.

Scholarships: We will fund a number of Irish students at €1,500 each towards the cost of attending the Summer School. To apply, go to Alpbach Summer School.

Fees: The Summer School registration fee is €350. This covers working material, free access to copying and computers, e-mail and internet facilities at the School House, coffee breaks and dinner vouchers throughout the period of the Summer School, including the weekend. Costs for bed & breakfast accommodation amount to about €35 per night, and a stay of 11 nights is essential. It is expected that successful students make their own travel arrangements.

Closing Date: 31 March 2010.

International Space University (ISU)

The International Space University (ISU), based in Strasbourg, offers an intensive two-month long Space Studies Programme (SSP) held at a different international location every year. In addition, they run a one-year MSc in Space Studies (MSS) and an MSc in Space Management (MSM). Applications for all courses are made directly to the ISU. Enterprise Ireland and the European Space Agency jointly offer scholarships to both the MSS and SSP programmes as described below. In addition, the ISU will offer 3 full scholarships each in the MSM and MSS programmes in 2010.

Space Studies Programme (SSP)

The SSP is a unique international, interdisciplinary and intercultural programme focussed on space exploration and development. The programme includes a wide variety of activities, including lectures by renowned experts, hands-on activities and projects, team work exercises and professional visits. The 2010 SSP will take place in Strasbourg, France from 28 June to 27 August 2010.

Fees: €17,500 (full board and lodging included).

Scholarships: We and the European Space Agency will jointly contribute towards the fees for a number of Irish graduates to attend the SSP in 2010. Successful candidates will be expected to also contribute €1,000 in fees and to self-finance their travel and any other expenses incurred. To apply, go directly to ISU.

Closing Date: 30 April 2010

Master of Science in Space Studies (MSS)

The MSS program is designed for students looking for a competitive edge that will help them obtain a career in the space sector. Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree and will primarily be assessed based on their academic and professional qualifications.

Fees: The tuition fees for the MSS course are €25,000.

Scholarships: We and the European Space Agency will jointly contribute towards tuition fees for a number of Irish students to participate in the MSS programme in 2010. Successful candidates are expected to contribute €1,000 in fees and to self-finance their own travel and living expenses. To apply, go directly to ISU.

Closing Date: 30 June 2010.

For information on applying for any of the above programmes please contact:

Dr Bryan Rodgers
International Technology Programmes
Tel: +(353 1) 7272471

Last updated 27/1/2010