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Tracks to Space
- 10 International Experts
- 11 Chapters
- 65 Lessons
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Your Gateway to Space
The Tracks to Space course is an intensive and interdisciplinary learning path in all space subjects.
The International Space University offers a unique curriculum designed specifically for students and professionals starting or changing direction in their space careers.
Since 1988, ISU exposes participants in its courses and programs to new perspectives on global space activities.
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this course is Highly recommended for:
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Course Syllabus
The course curriculum follows the International Space University Master Degree. Master Degree.
With a multidisciplinary approach, the course transfers know-how and knowledge on all space disciplines.
Introduction
What is ISU?
Evolution of the space sector
The 3I’s
Course overview (learning outcomes)
Where does Space start?
What is the Solar System?
How old is the Solar System?
How did it form?
Meteorites and the early Solar System
Key points to remember
Test
Space systems engineering
How to get to space – orbital mechanics
Space mission eesign
Space environment interaction engineering and design for reliability
Key points to remember
Test
Stellar and planet formation
The high end of the power spectrum
The content of the Universe and what we know we don´t know
Why do we go to space to look at outer space?
Key points to remember
Test
What is remote sensing?
A historical overview
Physical basics and fundamentals
Types of sensors
The concept of resolution
Key points to remember
Test
GNSS general elements
GNSS system description
Performance characteristics – augmentation systems
Implementation of GNSS services
Evolution of the GNSS
Key points to remember
Test
Rationales for doing space
Government and space
What is space policy?
Public actor
Key points to remember
Test
Is there business in Space?
Evolution of the Space Economy
What is NewSpace
Why are space projects expensive?
How to become a space entrepreneur?
Key points to remember
Quiz
Why study the human dimension?
Historical perspectives on space exploration
Space ethics
Diversity and inclusion
Popular culture and collective imaginations
Key points to remember
Quiz
Why crewed missions?
Space is hard on us
Mission medical care
Preventing performance decrements during missions
New risks from new mission designs
Optimizing crew performance in space
Key points to remember
Test
Course wrap-up
Want to learn more about space?
An overview of ISU programs
The impact of ISU
See you next time!
The space sector
The Space Economy
How to measure the Space Economy
Public engagement in space
Private engagement in space
Key points to remember
Test
The changing private context
What is a space company?
What is New Space?
Is New Space changing?
Key points to remember
Test
ISU Official Certificate
At the end of the course, you will receive your certificate of completion. Add it to your CV and share it on social media!
With the certificate you will also have access to various benefits to accelerate your career in the space industry.
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Tracks to Space Course
- 11 Chapter - 55 Lessons
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- Certificate of completion
Entirely OnDemand, the Track to Space course is designed to facilitate your entry into the space industry.
ISU‘s top experts will guide you through a multidisciplinary curriculum, to transfer you the know-how required for your future career as a space professional or entrepreneur.
Each chapter includes a test to measure your new skills.
Together with the award of the certificate, you will have access to very important and concrete benefits that will open a shortcut into the industry.
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- Mentoring
Once you have completed the course, you will be able to book a videocall with an International Space University expert.
During the call, you will discuss your background and goals to identify the best path for you to enter the space industry through ISU’s network, programs and Master’s degrees, and internships, at preferential conditions, available only to School of Disruption members.
- Access to ISU programs
Completion of the Tracks to Space course offers the opportunity to enroll in the International Space University’s Masters, Workshops and in-presence space studies programs at discounted fees and favorable conditions.
- Network
Completing the Tracks to Space course gives you access to the School of Disruption and International Space University’s internal network of experts and companies. A unique opportunity to build relationships with players in the space industry.
- Multidisciplinary Knowledge
Gain an in-depth understanding of the various facets of the space sector, including space engineering, applications, exploration, and the science of the space environment. This outcome ensures a robust foundation for professionals seeking to excel in diverse space-related roles.
- Policy Insight
Develop a keen insight into space policies, laws, and regulations. This learning outcome is designed to equip students with the knowledge to navigate the legal and ethical considerations of space activities, preparing them for leadership roles that require regulatory compliance and strategic planning.
- Skills for Space Ventures
Acquire critical entrepreneurial skills and project management techniques specific to the space industry. This outcome focuses on preparing students to initiate and manage space startups, emphasizing innovation, funding strategies, and effective project leadership.
- Certified course
The Tracks to Space is an officially certified course by the International Space University and the School of Disruption, internationally recognised organisations.
- Shareable certificate
The digital certificate can be shared on your LinkedIn profile experience and associated with the International Space University and the School of Disruption.
About the instructors
Su-Yin Tan
Remote Sensing Expert @ISU
Professor Su-Yin Tan is Dean and VP of Academics and Research at ISU, specializing in Earth Observation and Sustainable Development. She’s also an Associate Professor and Director at the University of Waterloo, Canada, with expertise in remote sensing, satellite navigation, GIS, and spatial data analysis. With a diverse background from Papua New Guinea and Canada, she has held significant academic positions, contributing extensively to earth sciences and space studies.
Virginia Wotring
Human Performance in Space @NASA
Virginia Wotring, PhD, is an esteemed researcher in space physiology and pharmacology, recognized globally. Her work covers medication stability, pharmacokinetics, and personalized medicine using omics techniques. Starting her space research at NASA-contracted positions in Houston, Texas, she later became founding Deputy Director and Chief Scientist at the NASA-funded Translational Research Institute for Space Health. Preferring research over management, she now is a Professor of Human Performance in Space at the International Space University, Strasbourg, France.
Taiwo Tejumola
Professor of Space System Engineering @ISU
Professor Tejumola, born in Lagos, Nigeria, trained in Electrical/Electronics Engineering at Ahmadu Bello University. He earned his Masters and PhD in space systems engineering from Kyutech, Japan, focusing on small satellites for capacity development, integrated space application, plasma science, and policy for developing countries. He was a key engineer in two satellite projects, including a constellation of CubeSats launched in 2017. His work also emphasizes diversity and inclusion in engineering education.
Bertrand Goldam
Research Activities Coordinator @ISU
Bertrand Goldman is an astrophysicist studying the coolest objects in the Solar vicinity. The very low-mass stars and yet cooler objects named brown dwarfs host a complex chemistry in their atmospheres, not unlike those of exoplanets. Their faintness requires Dr. Goldman to use the deepest ground- or space-based sky surveys, and data science to analyze large data sets. He worked at the French Atomic Energy Commission, the European Southern Observatory in Chile, New Mexico State University and NASA Ames in the USA, and the Max-Planck-Institute for Astronomy in Germany before moving to ISU.
Danijela Ignatovic
Professor of Satellite Navigation @ISU
Danijela Ignjatović, geodetic engineer and Ph.D researcher in the field of space applied technologies needed for lunar settlement missions. She worked at Republic Geodetic Authority of Serbia (from 2000-2003) maintaining the cadastre land management. From 2005-2012 she was employed as an engineer surveyor at VINCI and Colas, France. Familiar with International Space University (ISU) since 2012 where currently is working as a lecturer and research associate. Her expertise covers two fields: development of terrestrial and lunar navigation systems and utilization of lunar in-situ soil resources with additive manufacturing technologies.
Nicolas Peter
President and Professor of Practice in Space Policy and International Affairs @ISU
Nicolas Peter, ISU president and Professor of Practice in Space Policy and International Affairs, leads the Space Policy and Entrepreneurship lab. With 20+ years of international space policy experience across 4 continents and 8 countries, he has published over 120 works and co-edited three books on space affairs. He serves on the Editorial Board of the New Space Journal and reviews for Space Policy and Acta Astronautica journals.
Hugh Hill
Professor of Astrobiology @ISU
Hugh is an Astrophysicist and Professor of Space Science at ISU’s Strasbourg Central Campus. Always interested in astronomy, he spent eight years working at Armagh Planetarium in N. Ireland before completing graduate studies in Dublin, Cambridge and Paris. Following four years working for the Space Program at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Hugh joined ISU in 2002 where he teaches diverse subjects and undertakes research in Astrobiology, Astrochemistry and all things Space-related.
Walter Peeters
Professor in Space Business and Management @ISU
Professor Peeters joined ISU after a career in ESA, mainly dealing with project management and human spaceflight astronaut activities. After his nomination as Dean of ISU he was elected as President of ISU and is presently President emeritus. He introduced several entrepreneurship oriented activities and workshops and created a space incubator in ISU. His present publications focus mainly on the NewSpace economy.
Jana Fey
Researcher @ISU
Jana Fey is an interdisciplinary researcher with a background in international relations. In 2023, she joined the International Space University in Strasbourg as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Space Policy. Her research interests concern the intersection of politics and science and the transfer of knowledge about outer space. Jana previously taught at the University of Manchester and the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, and she holds the Higher Education Teaching Fellowship of Advance HE, also from the UK.
Success Stories
Mirella Gil Natividad
Thanks to her commitment and study, Mirella attended courses at the School of Disruption. By participating in our space workshop in Strasbourg, she gained access to ISU’s Master Degree. Today, Mirella is a Consultant to Support Luna Project at ESA.
Ismail El Omari
Motivated by his incredible passion, Ismail is a student at the School of Disruption who has been able to exploit our network and know-how. After participating in our in-person workshop, he successfully founded the Moroccan Association for Space Studies.
What people say about School of Disruption courses
Thought provoking and highly disruptive
February 6, 2025
This course will take you to the final frontier…space! Forget about everything you know or think you know. This course is a perfect opportunity to jump into what everyone will be talking about in the next years. Its lectures are well structured with great resources, Dr. Imhoff and Rene will take you on the ultimate journey! Will probably take it again, to fully grasp its content. Great course!
Beyond Expectations!
July 31, 2024
The course has gone beyond my expectations. It’s full of practical experience and a summary of years of hard work. The bibliography is really precious and encouraging to keep reading in the field. Thanks a lot!
Very entertaining and informative.
July 31, 2024
Well worth your time.
FAQ
Who are the instructors?
The course instructors are internationally recognised space industry experts and professors from the International Space University. Each presenter has extensive experience in their field, often gained from working with space agencies.
Why should I take this course?
Taking this course offers unparalleled access to comprehensive knowledge across all key disciplines of the space sector, from engineering to policy, ensuring a well-rounded foundation. It connects students with leading experts and industry professionals, facilitating networking opportunities that can open doors to future career paths. The focus on entrepreneurship and management prepares students to not only contribute to existing organizations but also to lead and innovate in New Space ventures.
Does the course issue a certificate?
Of course, once you have finished the course, you can download the International Space University Certification, recognized by the School of Disruption. The certificate can be attached to your CV or registered on LinkedIn.
Any other questions?
Feel free to write to support@disruption.school to request any information about this course.
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Since 1987, International Space University (ISU) provides high-quality training and education for the next generation of space professionals, industry and agency leaders, and entrepreneurial visionaries.
Our alumni network includes over 5,600 individuals working in diverse capacities to shape the space ecosystem in over 110 countries. We promote international, intercultural, and interdisciplinary cooperation to ensure the peaceful use of outer space — For the benefit of humanity and for a sustainable future on this planet and beyond.