Module 4:
Space sciences & Exploration
Understand the scientific foundations and ambitions that drive space exploration and how human spaceflight expands the scope of what can be achieved in space. From Earth observation and climate monitoring to astrophysics and planetary science, this module explores the science enabled by space missions and the strategic role of human presence in advancing knowledge.
Starting date: March 15, 2026
Date: March, 15th - April, 2nd
Location: Toulouse, France
Price: €3.750
Participants: 12-18
Understand the major scientific questions, challenges, and opportunities driving contemporary space exploration.
Analyze how robotic and crewed space missions enable scientific discovery and expand research capabilities in Earth sciences, astrophysics, and planetary science.
Understand the physical principles, observation methods, and technological capabilities driving modern space sciences.
Develop a systemic understanding of the links between scientific objectives, mission design, and human presence in space exploration strategies.
Training Objectives
Space sciences : Space Meteorology and Oceanography
Principles of Earth observation, remote sensing technologies, and space-based monitoring of atmospheric, oceanic, and climate dynamics.Space sciences : Introduction to Astrophysics
Physical processes governing stars, galaxies, planetary formation, and cosmological evolution, from observational techniques to large-scale structures of the Universe.Future Planetary Exploration: Strategies, Technologies and Challenges
Planetary exploration strategies, in situ instrumentation, ISRU concepts, planetary defense, and the geopolitical and scientific dimensions of future human and robotic missions.
Training Content
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The training is aimed at individuals with a scientific or technical background who are working in or wish to work in the field of human spaceflight and related activities. It is intended for space industry professionals, scientists and researchers, personnel from operational or high-stakes environments, as well as individuals undergoing career transitions or international participants seeking a recognized specialized qualification
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To have validated Module 1
Validated Master’s degree (Master 1 level) or equivalent with proof of at least 3 years of professional experience
Foreign qualifications equivalent to the above-mentioned French degrees
C1 level in English
Medical certificate stating the absence of contraindications to sports and endurance activities.
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Meet the prerequisites.
A multiple-choice questionnaire (MCQ) completed prior to the training allows the content and approach of the course to be adapted. -
Active
A combination of theoretical inputs, practical exercises, case studies drawn from industrial and operational contexts, and educational and immersive field trips.
Instructional methods:
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Teaching ressources:
Development of materials tailored to your activity. Training materials are provided to the participantTechnical ressources:
Use of Moodle and Wooclap platforms. -
Note-taking materials.
Mobile phone. -
Attendance Monitoring:
In-person: an attendance sheet to be signed by the participant and the trainer at the end of each half-day.Monitoring During the Training:
Individualized follow-up.Monitoring After the Training:
At 6 months or after application in the workplace, an interview is conducted with the trainee to assess the impact of the training on the targeted professional objective. -
Methods of assessing learning outcomes:
The learning outcomes of each module are assessed continuously through weekly evaluations. These assessments take the form of multiple-choice questionnaires (MCQs) as well as evaluation grids used to assess learners during case studies, practical exercises, and educational workshops.
Module validation requires achieving a minimum overall average of 15/20 across all module assessments, with a minimum score of 13/20 on each individual assessment. -
People with disabilities may have specific needs in order to follow the training. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss them.
Disability officer: Magali DOURY
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At the end of each validated module, a training certificate, co-issued with ISAE-SUPAERO, is awarded to the learners.
When all four modules are successfully completed, learners receive the Certificate of Advanced Studies in Human Spaceflight, co-signed by ISAE-SUPAERO and the Spaceflight Institute -
Two months before the start of the training course, subject to the indicated capacity limits.
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Tuition fees:
€3.750 (VAT exempt)Registration fees:
€250 (Mandatory payment required upon submission of the application; non-refundable)2026 rates
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Reference number : 003.4EN
Updated : April 30, 2026