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ESA – SGAC Scholarships in Italy

The European Space Agency (ESA) in collaboration with the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) is pleased to announce the ESA – SGAC Scholarship.

The aim is to encourage diverse perspectives on how we can explore space responsibly while taking care of our planet. If you’re passionate about space and want to make a difference, this scholarship could be the perfect opportunity for you.

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The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental body dedicated to space exploration. Established in 1975, ESA has 22 member countries and a staff of around 2,200 people globally as of 2022. Headquartered in Paris, ESA operates with an annual budget of €7.8 billion in 2024. The agency’s activities include human spaceflight, exploration missions to other planets like Mars, Earth observation, science, telecommunication, designing launch vehicles, and managing the Guiana Space Centre in French Guiana.

Application Deadline: 22nd July 2024

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: European Space Agency (ESA) in cooperation with Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC)
  • Department: NA
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Award: €2000 (inclusive of provisions for travel, accommodation, visa, and registration for SGC and IAC)
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: NA
  • Nationality: Individuals from emerging countries with nationality or residence in an ESA Member State or ESA Associate Member State.
  • The award can be taken in: Italy

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Individuals from ESA Member States or ESA Associate Member States, including but not limited to Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Canada, and Slovenia.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the university.
  • Admissible Criteria: Applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
  • Be SGAC members between the ages of 18 to 35 inclusive (up to the day of their 36th birthday) on 18 October 2024.
  • Hold nationality or residence in an ESA Member State or ESA Associate Member State.
  • Not be involved in organizing or judging the competition.
  • Not receive support from any other source to attend SGC and IAC.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their complete application via the Scholarship Submission Form. Applications must include:

  • Link to a 2-minute (max) video addressing specified topics.
  • CV not exceeding 2 pages.
  • Remember: you need to be logged in to proceed with the application. Login or Register to proceed.

Benefits

The winner of the scholarship will receive an award to attend the following events:

  • 22nd Space Generation Congress (SGC): 10th – 12th October, 2024
  • 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC): 14th – 18th October, 2024

The award includes provisions for travel, accommodation, visa, and registration for SGC and IAC, with a total scholarship amount of €2000.

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