Lectures, workshops and mentoring are now available!
The EU Space Academy Learning Platform offers enthusiastic entrepreneurs a free and customisable online development programme tailored to their unique goals.
Motivated to shake up your industry by employing the latest knowledge in space data? You’ve come to the right place.
Our academy brings you:
curriculum
Space Economy
Explore the following modules:
- The Space Economy
- Access to Space for Founders
- EU Space Market Insights
- New Space & Start-up Insights
Applications
Explore the following modules:
- Secure Satellite Communication
- Space Situational Awareness
- Earth Observation
- GNSS
- Enabling Technologies
Hardware
This course is coming soon!
with EO Data
Explore the following modules:
- Copernicus Programme
- Copernicus for Developers
- Deep Dive on Remote Sensing Data Use Cases
with GNSS Data
Explore the following modules:
- Galileo Programme & EGNOS
- Galileo for Developers
- Deep Dive on GNSS Use Cases
Space Business
Explore the following modules:
- Business Strategy
- Business Model
- Building a Team
- Minimum Viable Product
- Concept and Design
- Marketing
- Sales
Capital
Explore the following modules:
- Opportunities under CASSINI
- Public & Private Funding
- Investor Pitching (Coming Soon)
Europe
Explore the following modules:
- EU Space Policy
- European Government Procurement (Coming Soon)
- Regulatory Guidelines
Global Markets
This course is coming soon!
Space for Security
Explore the following modules:
- Foundational Context
- Governance and Institutional Cooperation in Space Security
- Cybersecurity and Digital Resilience in Space Security
Space for Security
Explore the following modules:
- Strategic and Industrial Dimensions of Space Security
- Operational Applications of EU Space for Security
- Frontier Technologies in Space Security
Our partners offer further learning opportunities across key areas of the space sector, from entrepreneurship and technology to policy and regulation. Explore their resources to continue your learning journey.
ESA Academy helps university students build space expertise through hands-on projects, technical training, and learning opportunities across space science, engineering, mission design, and business.
Martin Langer is CEO of OroraTech, building scalable space infrastructure for persistent thermal intelligence. With over 15 years’ experience in satellite systems engineering, he previously led the company’s technology development and ran CubeSat missions at the Technical University of Munich. He is a published researcher in nanosatellite reliability and mission validation.
César Carmona is Principal at Novaspace and Founder of C3 Space, specialising in secure satellite communications, cybersecurity and resilient aerospace systems. His experience spans secure-by-design architecture, programme leadership and complex communication infrastructure, including senior roles at Airbus Defence and Space, OHB and EUMETSAT.
Alix Rousselière is a Senior Consultant at Novaspace, specialising in satellite ground-segment strategy and market intelligence. She leads the Ground Segment Market Prospects report and has advised satellite operators, equipment manufacturers and space agencies. Her previous experience includes roles with Thales and France’s Permanent Representation to NATO.
Steve Lee is the Chief Executive Officer of Astrosat, an Astronautics and Earth observation company. A proven innovator and entrepreneur, Steve is also an award-winning Astrophysicist and Astronautical Engineer. Through his leadership Astrosat is paving the way for Space solutions using innovation to solve global challenges.
Philip Lüghausen is an expert in data and data protection law. Dr Lüghausen places particular emphasis on scientific and commercial research and development, in particular, clinical and non-clinical research projects on pharmaceuticals and medical devices. His other areas of practice include IT law, e-commerce law, competition law and intellectual and industrial property law. He works for both, SMEs and multinational companies
Jean-Marc Pieplu is EGNOS Exploitation Programme Manager at EUSPA, overseeing the operation of Europe’s satellite-based augmentation system. With over 30 years’ experience in complex aerospace systems, he has held senior roles in Galileo deployment, GNSS services and ground-segment development at the European Commission and Thales Alenia Space.
Waldemar Franczak is a co-creator and CEO of Spectator.Earth, a platform to speed up the process of bringing satellite image-based intelligence to everyone’s everyday life. After a master's degree in Computer Vision and Robotics, Waldemar moved to the Satellite Earth Observation industry. He is a former stagiaire at ESA Advanced Concepts Team and Head of Technology at the award-winning Earth Observation company Astrosat.
Philip Lüghausen is an expert in data and data protection law. Dr Lüghausen places particular emphasis on scientific and commercial research and development, in particular, clinical and non-clinical research projects on pharmaceuticals and medical devices. His other areas of practice include IT law, e-commerce law, competition law and intellectual and industrial property law. He works for both, SMEs and multinational companies
Thomas Sinn is Founder and CEO of DCUBED, a NewSpace company developing release actuators and deployable systems for small satellites. He holds a PhD in deployable space structures and previously led deployable-sail programmes at HPS, with earlier engineering experience at ESA/ESTEC and Airbus Defence and Space.
Raúl González Muñoz is a Lecturer in Space Economy and Policy at the University of Leicester and an Associate Fellow in the Geopolitics of Outer Space at the Academy of International Affairs NRW. His work examines European space policy, security, defence and strategic autonomy, informed by experience at the European External Action Service and Airbus.
Principal @ Novaspace
Satcom systems expert and project leader with +20 years of aerospace experience. He has led satellite-terrestrial convergence and end-to-end connectivity projects at Thales Alenia Space and Airbus Defense & Space. His background spans systems and service architecture, satellite capacity engineering, spectrum management, and terrestrial and satellite radiocommunications.
CEO @ Rokubun
Former Rokubun co-founder and CEO, he is a Space R&D Engineer and Product Manager with 20+ years’ experience in downstream Earth Observation and Satellite Navigation. Educated in Telecommunications Engineering and ICT research, with a Master in Project Management, his career spans academia, ESA-ESTEC, and leading European space companies. He now serves as Strategic Marketing Manager at Trimble Inc.
Data Science Team Lead @ OroraTech
Data science and AI leader specialising in Earth observation, machine learning and climate technology. She develops satellite-derived data products for environmental monitoring, including wildfire and land-surface temperature models. Her experience spans research and innovation roles at Siemens, DLR and ESA, with a focus on translating advanced research into operational products.
Associate @ Lean Sales
Entrepreneurship and innovation expert with over 20 years of international experience in business development, growth strategy, fundraising and sales. He has coached hundreds of executives, start-ups and growing companies, and teaches at international business schools. His work supports innovative ventures with market entry, commercialisation, investment readiness and sustainable scaling.
Partner @ BHO Legal
Space and high-technology lawyer specialising in EU procurement, air and space law, drone regulation and security projects. He has over 20 years of experience, including legal roles on the Galileo programme at DLR and twelve years advising GSA/EUSPA on security-relevant procurements. He also advises research institutions, public authorities and international corporations.
CEO, Expert Consultant @ Skyvory Consulting
Business-development leader with 15 years of experience across commercial, institutional and R&D space organisations. She led EMEA business development at Planet and specialises in Earth observation, GNSS, sustainability, public procurement and go-to-market strategy. She advises organisations and start-ups on commercial growth, strategic partnerships and scaling.
Founder @ PIXAM
GNSS engineer and geo-robotics specialist focused on high-precision positioning for robotics, IoT, and spatial analysis. As founder of PIXAM LTD, he develops hardware and software systems for mapping, measurement, and autonomous applications. He also supports startups in turning technical concepts into real-world systems and fostering innovation.
Founder @ Mint Labs
Startup mentor and independent consultant with a background in economics and public policy. She helps early-stage teams build sustainable foundations across strategy, business models, operations and go-to-market. Her experience includes scaling operations at bunq and Reflow, leading EU-funded projects, and supporting founders through CASSINI EU and her own venture.
Germany representative @ CNES
Space advisor to the French Embassy in Berlin, after having been Director of Innovation, Applications and Science at CNES until the end of 2021. Ex advisor to the cabinet of the Minister of Economy and Advisor in charge of innovation and research to the Secretary of State for higher education.
Cofounder @ Prométhée Earth Intelligence
Ex Safran Aircraft Engines Operations & Supply Chain management, later moved to Airbus Defense & Space in similar role. In 2013, he became Space and Situational Awareness Program Director and later Microlauncher Program Director at Ariane Group. Ex VP Operations & Institutional Sales at Open Cosmos.
Any individual of legal age established in the Member States of European Economic Area, EU candidate countries and Horizon Europe associated countries.
Register anytime during the academy by clicking at the courses on our website.
No, not at all. We encourage anyone with a passion for entrepreneurship and EU space data and signals to participate in the academy. You can learn about the opportunities of the downstream sector and business practices to create a successful start-up.
Yes, there is no requirement as such for participation in the EU Space Academy Learning Platform. Although the course is aimed at entrepreneurs within the space sector, the lessons are designed so any interested person regardless of their background can find modules of interest.
No, you can register to the online programme anytime! Once you registered, you will gain access to all the available courses that you can watch at your own convenience.
Each member of your team can individually join and benefit from the academy.
No, you can watch the lessons in your preferred order.
Yes, you will get a certificate after completing the academy. Additionally, after the completion of each course, you can download a completion badge and share it with your network.
Yes, feel free to join all the courses you like.
You can book up to 4 mentoring sessions in any 365-day period, either with the same mentor or different ones. Note that places are limited and mentor availability cannot be guaranteed