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International

Space University

Strasbourg Central Campus1, rue Jean-Dominique CassiniParc d’innovation67400 Illkirch-GraffenstadenFranceTel: +33 (0)3 88 65 54 30Fax: +33 (0)3 88 65 54 47admissions@isu.isunet.eduwww.isunet.edu

"I can say that ISU’s 3i’s has reallychanged my perspectives of space,technological advancement, cultureand life on Earth. In addition tosharpening my base skills as an

Electrical Engineer, ISU has offered me a greaterwindow of opportunity to participate in theburgeoning Nigerian Space Research andDevelopment Program. At ISU there is never a dullmoment, and I know having been to ISU my lifewill never be the same." > Olufemi Arosanyin, SSP 02 / MSS 04, Nigeria

“Opening ourselves to the global spacecommunity, JAXA is pleased to support

the ISU programs and research activities in order totake advantage of this complementary global aspect”> Prof. Yasunori MATOGAWA, Associate ExecutiveDirector, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

“CNES welcomes ISU training as itbelieves in the high value of the interna-tional dimension that ISU offers to future

space professionals” > Mr. Stéphane Janichewski, Head of the Directorate ofStategy, Programmes and International Relations

“In a truly global forum, the MSSProgram, including the fantasticopportunity to conduct my internshipexperience at the University of TexasMedical Branch, is helping me lay the

foundations for a career in space life sciences…I’mhappy about the entire experience – the unique totalitythat ISU offers.”> Dr Sarita Dara, MSS 03, Physiology Training Officer,Singapore Aeromedical Centre

“Because we believe thatattendance at ISU is an exceptional learning experiencefor future space leaders we are pleased to sponsor theannual SES GLOBAL scholarship.” > Romain Bausch, Chief Executive Officer, SES GLOBAL

“The Boeing Company is astrong supporter of ISU’s

concept of international, interdisciplinary and inter-cultural education for those involved in the spaceindustry and as a result a number of ISU alumniare currently working at Boeing.”> Michael Mott, Vice President and General Manager,The Boeing Company

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ISU network

Worldwide

Sponsors &

Partners

23 National

Liaisons &

Points of

Contact

Worldwide

Faculty &

Lecturers

Worldwide

Alumni

Governing Members

Board of Advisors

Board of Trustees

Academic Council

ISUCENTRALCAMPUS

Worldwide

SSP Host Sites

MSS Student

Placement Sites

Worldwide

Affiliates

North American

Office

Space Related Academic Institutions> 22 %

Space RelatedResearch Institutions> 9 %

GovernmentalOrganization> 9 %

NGO (e.g. United Nations)> 1 %

Space Industry> 25 %

Space Agency> 19 %

Other Industry> 15 %

Space applications> 30 %

Engineering> 35 %

Business andManagement> 4 %

Physical Sciences> 13 %

Humanities> 3 %

Life Sciences > 5 %

Information Technology> 2 %

Policy and Law> 8 %

Becoming an ISU student means:• Broadening knowledge in the exciting, progressive field of space• Developing skills in international team working, team building and management• Integrating into an international professional network

Students’ EducationalBackgrounds:

ISU Alumni Current Activities'Sectors:

ISU specializes in the education of post-graduates and professionals to prepare themfor work in an exciting, progressive sector –space! Future leaders and influentialthinkers need new skills and a globalperspective to prepare them to meet thechallenges of a constantly evolving world.

Located in Strasbourg, France, ISU providesan incomparable opportunity for an interna-tional and interdisciplinary education, withstudents and teachers from around theworld with experience in many fields relatedto the space sector, both technical – physicaland life sciences, technology andengineering, applications, medicine – andnon-technical - law, economics, humanities,art, policy, philosophy, history.“To state it plainly, ISU far exceeded

my expectations on providing a trulyunique learning experience for itsstudents. Not only does ISU have asound curriculum including nine

different departments all focused on different aspects ofthe space sector, but it also delivers the informationaccording to its 3’Is approach. I cannot think of asingle other university that allows students to studyspace sector topics in such detail, in such anenvironment.”> Jonathan Lenius, SSP 03, NASA Johnson Space Center,USA

SSPSummer

Session

Program

curriculum schedule admissions

Module 17 weeks

Module 29 weeks

Module 38 weeks

Module 48 weeks

Module 512 weeks + 1 week presentations

CoreCore

curriculumcurriculum

(common to

MSS and MSM)

TeamTeam

ProjectProject

(teams composed

of students of

both masters)

InternshipInternship

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Individual ProjectIndividual Project

MSS

specialized

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MSM

specialized

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MSS

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MSM

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curriculum

2

• Core Lecturer Series (4 weeks)- Provides students with an intro-duction to the fundamentals of alldisciplines relevant to spaceprograms

• Team Projects (5 weeks)- Challenge a team of forty studentsto cooperatively produce theconceptual design of an interna-tional space project- Encourage real problem-solving inan international, interculturalcontext

• Workshops- Facilitate interaction among studentsthrough the exchange of knowledgeand ideas, as well as throughengagement in hands-on activities

• Departmental Activities- Enable more in-depth, focuseddebate and discussion, as well asadditional hands-on activities

• Individual or TeamAssignments- Provide an opportunity to exerciseindependent or small-group workskills — within a department — on an oral presentation or paper

• Theme Days - Enable students to attend in smallgroups, topics prepared with inter-departmental expertise- Demonstrate group work achievedthrough an interdisciplinaryapproach

• Distinguished LecturerSeries - Invites international experts tospeak on contemporary space sectorissues (presented on occasion, inpanel format)

How to apply

APPLICATION FORM

• Use of the on-line application is highly recom-mended. A PDF version is also available at:

www.isunet.edu

WHERE TO SUBMIT

It is important that all candidates find out ifthere is a local liaison office in their country oforigin. A list of liaisons and local admissionprocedures (if different from those of ISU) isavailable atwww.isunet.edu

• If using the on-line application, only printeddocuments should be sent to ISU*:IInntteerrnnaattiioonnaall SSppaaccee UUnniivveerrssiittyy

Admissions Office1 rue Jean-Dominique Cassini67400, Illkirch-GraffenstadenFranceE-mail: admissions@isu.isunet.edu• For written application, ALL forms must besent directly to ISU*.

*or to the appropriate liaison office if necessary

WHAT TO SUBMIT?

1) On-line or paper application.2) 500-word essay explaining your reasonsfor wishing to participate in an ISU program.Discuss how you would contribute to the pro-gram and how you expect to benefit from it inrelation to your academic and professionalbackground and career objectives.3) 100-word biography (not to be usedin the evaluation process but to be included inthe Student Biographies Booklet).4) Curriculum Vitae/Resume.5) Certified academic records, transcripts ormark sheets (photocopies are acceptable),showing year(s) of attendance, grades received,class standing and the degree or qualificationconferred.If the records are not in English, a certifiedEnglish translation must be provided.6) Two letters of recommendation in sealedenvelops.7) Declaration of professional experience(including relevant internships).8) Financial Information.9) Facts sheet.10) Proof of language proficiency in English(TOEFL or equivalent).

AFTER SUBMISSION

• ISU will acknowledge receipt of your applica-tion. If incomplete (missing one or more aboveitems), you will be notified. Incomplete applica-tions will not be submitted to the AdmissionsCommittee or the Funding Committee.• The application material will become theproperty of ISU and will remain confidential

Admissions / Funding

ACADEMIC ACCEPTANCE

Applicants are assessed on the basis of theiracademic and professional qualifications andachievements.

Preference is given to applicants:• holding higher academic degrees• with professional experience in industry,government agencies or academic institutions• proficient in a second language or willing tolearn one• focused career objectives• excellent references

Please note that a Bachelor’s degree (in anydiscipline) is the minimum requirement foradmission to ISU.For SSP, some exceptions are made for candi-dates with adequate professional experience infields relevant to the main academic content.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

ISU has scholarships, as well as financial aidfor students unable to cover the full tuition fees.There is no additional application.

• Interested applicants should consult the ISUwebsite for information about specific scholar-ship opportunities and criteria for eligibility.• After each rolling deadline, completed appli-cations will be assessed and financial aidawarded. Candidates will be notified of aidawards within six weeks after each deadline.Aid is granted on the basis of:

- academic and professional merit- demonstrated financial need- personal efforts to raise sufficient funds

• The earlier that candidates apply, the greater their chances of obtaining aid.• Scholarships and financial aid are offeredonly through the ISU Admissions Office.Candidates should not approach ISU sponsor-ing organizations to directly solicit funding.

ROLLING DEADLINE• For self-financed candidates or thosefinanced by their employer:30 April• For candidates seeking financial aidthrough ISU15 December31 January

PROGRAM FEES• SSP: 16,000 EUR(Full board and lodging included)There is a 3,500 Euro reduction in pro-gram fees for successful SSP studentswho enroll directly in an ISU Mastersprogram.The combined cost of the SSPand Masters program — normally35,500 Euro — is reduced to 32,000 Euro for such students. Please note thatfull board and lodging is only for theSSP and is not included in the fee forthe Masters program.

ROLLING DEADLINES• For self-financed candidates or those financed by their employer:1 July• For candidates seeking financialaid through ISU:31 December31 January15 March

TUITION FEES25,000 EUR(Tuition fees do not cover living expenses)Module 1: 5,500 EURModule 2: 5,500 EURModule 3: 5,500 EURModule 4: 5,500 EURModule 5: 3,000 EURFor SSP alumni who graduated withinsix years before the start of theMSS/MSM:19,500 EUR

MSMM.Sc. in Space

Management

Module 1 (7 weeks) First week of September - Mid October

Module 2 (9 weeks) Mid October - Mid December

Module 3 (9 weeks) Early January to end February

Module 4 (9 weeks) March to early May

Module 5 (12 week internship period) Mid May to Mid August

(1 week Project Presentations) Last week of August

Graduation First week of September

The five modules may be complet-ed on a full-time basis fromSeptember to August, or on apart-time basis (the modularoption), completing one or moremodules per year during a maxi-

mum period of three years. If themodular option is chosen,Modules 1 and 2 must be success-fully completed first; Modules 3, 4and 5 may subsequently be com-pleted in any sequence. Students

who have successfully completedan ISU Summer Session withinthe six years preceding registra-tion to the MSS or MSM, mayelect to join the Masters at thestart of Module 2.

• Module 1Core Curriculum- Develops an awareness of thespace environment, space applica-tions and the history andmotivation behind space activities- Imparts fundamental principles andpractices in engineering, the sciences,economics, project management,marketing, policy and law- Facilitates intercultural awarenessand develops teamwork skills

• Module 2 & 3 (MSS)Specialized Curriculum- Design of robotic and humanspacecraft- Design of space telecommunica-tions and navigation systems- Advanced information systemsand human-computer interactions- Introduction to project financingand insurance- Remote sensing techniques andapplications- Launch and ground facilities- Deep space missions- Space science- Architecture of space habitats- Space astronomy and astrophysics- Space hazards and theirmitigation- Medical-biological problems ofspace flight

• Module 2 & 3 (MSM)Specialized Curriculum- Introduction to robotic andhuman spacecraft- Space telecommunications, earthobservations and navigationbusiness models- Information management andknowledge mining- Advanced project financing andinsurance techniques- Principles of corporate andbusiness law- New project management tech-nologies- Legal aspects of space business- Marketing research and planning- Human resources management

• Module 4Team Project- Divides the class into two teamsand challenges each to produce itsown conceptual design of an inter-national space project

Titles of current and past TeamProjects available at:www.isunet.edu

• Module 53-month InternationalProfessional Internship- Provides work or researchexperience in the student's field ofinterest and in accordance with hisor her career goals- Encourages the application and development of independent work and study skills- Enables the student to contribute to the on-going work of his or her selected host institution

Professional Visits- To major space related facilitiesand events in Europe- Opportunities to visit theEuropean launch facilities inKourou, French Guiana andspace-related facilitiesin Russia

MSSM.Sc. in Space

Studies

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