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StarTech Summer School 2026 
Space Entrepreneurship: From Idea to Venture 

Join the StarTech Summer School 2026: Space Entrepreneurship – From Idea to Venture at the University of Luxembourg! This unique programme brings together students from UNIVERSEH partner universities to collaborate in interdisciplinary teams, develop innovative space startups, and pitch their ideas to an international jury. Learn from experienced mentors, gain practical entrepreneurial skills, and immerse yourself in the European space ecosystem.

When & Where:

• When: 4–8 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 PhD 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 via the FORM

• Deadline: 23 March 2026, 10:00 AM 

Step 2: Interdisciplinary teams formed by organisers (24–30 March 2026) 

Step 3: Selected participants and team compositions announced (31 March 2026) 

Notes: 

• Travel and accommodation costs are largely covered, subject to home university approval.
• Participants receive 3 ECTS credits.
• Language of instruction: English (B2 recommended)
• Do you have any questions? Ask Dr. Justyna Topolska at topolska(at)agh.edu.pl