Module 1:
Introduction to Human Spaceflight

Acquire a comprehensive overview of human spaceflight and its global ecosystem.
This foundational module explores the evolution of crewed space programs, the actors shaping the industry, and the principles that govern space systems. It combines academic insight with
observational immersion to develop a broad understanding of the human, technical, and strategic challenges of human spaceflight, and to establish the foundations for deeper exploration of the program’s advanced topics.

Starting date: October 29th, 2026

Date: October 29th - November 20th, 2026

Location: On site
Campus ISAE-SUPAERO
10 avenue Marc Pélegrin 31400 Toulouse, France

& Salon de Provence, France

Price: €7.500 (does not include administrative fees)

Participants: 12-18

  • Understand the historical evolution and strategic landscape of human spaceflight programs worldwide.

  • Identify the key institutional actors, industrial stakeholders, and governance models that structure crewed missions.

  • Develop a global and systemic vision of the human spaceflight industry, integrating its strategic, human, organizational, technical, scientific, societal, environmental, and sustainability dimensions

  • Develop resilience, leadership, and decision-making skills under pressure through demanding operational training inspired by astronaut preparation

  • Acquire the conceptual foundations necessary to further explore the advanced topics of the Human Spaceflight Spacecraft program.

Training Objectives

  • Beyond Earth: Exploring Space Programs and the Evolution of Human Spaceflight
    Exploration of the development of human spaceflight programs, from their historical evolution to current dynamics, combining analytical study with immersive exposure to key institutions and actors, while integrating international stakeholders, legal frameworks, environmental challenges, and ethical dimensions shaping the sector.

  • Exploring Key Elements of Human Spaceflight Systems
    Structured exploration of the fundamental components of human spaceflight, from the space environment and orbital mechanics to space systems architectures, along with the applications and human physiological constraints that influence mission design.

  • Training for Resilience and Self-Excellence (Ecole de l’Air et de l’Espace)
    Development of individual resilience, stress management capacity, and leadership skills through applied training scenarios, highlighting the role of human performance in demanding operational environments such as crewed missions.

Training Content

Reference number : 003.1EN

Updated : April 30, 2026