This program takes place in Rome at the facilities of the School of Aerospace Engineering, one of Europe’s most historic institutions dedicated to aerospace research and education.
Founded in 1926, the school celebrates 100 years of aerospace innovation and has trained generations of engineers who now work across Italy’s aerospace sector, including leading agencies such as Agenzia spaziale Italiana (ASI) and Agenzia Spaziale Europea (ESA). Students will experience a real academic environment at the heart of
Italy’s aerospace ecosystem, while also discovering the cultural richness of one of World’s most iconic cities.
About the Course
Designed for students passionate about space exploration, aviation and engineering. Hosted in partnership with Università Sapienza’s School of Aerospace Engineering and one of the world’s leading agencies such as Agenzia Spaziale Italiana e Agenzia Spaziale Europea.
Participants will design and build their own rocket prototype, culminating in a rocket launch experience.
During the program students explore the fundamentals of rocket engineering and space technologies through lectures, laboratory activities and project-based learning.
Participants will learn how rockets work, how propulsion systems are designed and how aerospace engineers plan space missions. Using simulation tools such as OpenRocket, students will model rocket trajectories and understand flight dynamics, while also developing Arduino-based systems used to control rocket electronics and collect flight data. The program culminates in the development of a rocket prototype designed and built by the students.
Academic Program
Aerospace Engineering Foundations
Rocket Design & Propulsion
Space Mission Simulation
Embedded Systems & Arduino Programming
Rocket Prototype Development
Package includes (Residential) - Arrival-departure days are always Sunday-Saturday (* residential formula)
All lessons & labs (60 hours)
Project materials & simulation software
Rocket manufacturing and launch
Accommodation in Rome*
Daily shuttle to and from classes*
3 meals/day*
Excursions & cultural visits*
Certificate of completion
24/7 staff supervision
Liability & Accident Insurance
Special Excursions
Rocket Launch
Rome Sightseeing*
Pincio Terrace Star and Moon Observation
Day Formula (for those that do not wish to stay overnight) is also available for this 2 week course
from 5 - 16 July at a cost of € 2,950 (Monday- Friday) - Includes Aerospace Engineering lessons, laboratories with lunch provided with participants returning home in the evening after daily academic activities.
Supplements:
Rome Airport Shuttle Service: Rome Fiumicino Leonardo Da Vinci Airports €150 each way (Shared with other students on courses)
Extra Night: €150
Additional Insurance Policy
- MULTIRISK: €20
- MULTIRISK + CANCELLATION: €40
About the School
This program takes place in Rome at the facilities of the School of Aerospace Engineering, one of Europe’s most historic institutions dedicated to aerospace research and education.
