StarTech Summer School 2026. Call for applications

Details

When: 4 to 8 May 2026 + online component
Where: University of Luxembourg, Belval Campus

Programme Overview

Participants will:

• work in interdisciplinary teams to transform space-related ideas into viable ventures
• receive mentoring from experts and entrepreneurs
• gain 3 ECTS credits.

Key programme elements:

1. Online Foundation Lectures (mandatory)

• Dates: 15–30 April 2026
• Topics:
  • Space Systems & Technology
  • Space Economy, Business & Entrepreneurship
  • Space Law, Regulation & IP

2. Onsite Intensive Week

• Dates: 4–8 May 2026
• Location: SKIP Pavilion, University of Luxembourg, Belval Campus
• Activities:
  • Team ideation & development
  • Mentoring loops
  • Company visits
  • Final venture pitches

3. Final Online Debrief Session

• Dates: Late May 2026 (TBC)
• 2-hour session to reflect and conclude

Who can apply?

• Bachelor, Master, and doctoral students
• STEM and non-STEM profiles
• Students from UNIVERSEH partner universities
• Limited to 50 participants total across 7 partner universities

What you will gain

• Entrepreneurial mindset for the space sector
• Practical start-up tools: business model canvas, pitching, customer discovery
• International & interdisciplinary teamwork experience
• Mentoring from space-sector entrepreneurs and experts
• Access to the European space ecosystem and professional network
• Opportunity to pitch your venture to an international expert jury

Application Process

Step 1: Apply via your home university by filling in the form.

• Deadline: 23 March 2026, 10am

Step 2: Interdisciplinary teams formed by organisers (24–30 March 2026)
Step 3: Selected participants and team compositions announced (31 March 2026)

Please note:

• Travel & accommodation costs largely covered, subject to home university approval.
• Participants receive 3 ECTS credits.
• Language of instruction: English (B2 recommended)
• In case of any questions, contact Dr. Justyna Topolska at topolska(at)agh.edu.pl.