Understand basic concepts of international and space law, explore the four eras of COPOUS governance and identify challenges with national space policy. Follows the UNOOSA ‘Education Curriculum on Space Law’.
Duration
10 weeks
Weekly study
7 – 10 hours
Location
100% online
Certification
Digital
As space technologies continue to tackle many of the world’s most pressing business and societal challenges, the global space economy is forecasted to rise to $1.8 trillion by 2035, up from $630 billion in 2023. Much of this growth will be driven by sectors including supply chain and transportation; food and beverage; defence; retail, consumer goods and lifestyle; and digital communications — including non-spacefaring nations.
This course is for new space actors who are developing national space policy and laws and follows the official UNOOSA curriculum. No prior knowledge of space, law or public policy is required to attend this course.
- WELCOME! Get to know each other and familiarise yourself with the online learning platform.
- MODULE ONE: Introduction to international law and Access to Space for All initiative.
- MODULE TWO: The Outer Space Treaty and the fundamental principles of space law.
- MODULE THREE: Other space treaties and General Assembly resolutions.
- MODULE FOUR: National regulations, commercialization and privatization.
- MODULE FIVE: Multilateral and bilateral agreements and intergovernmental organizations.
- MODULES SIX & SEVEN: Key elements of national space law.
- MODULES EIGHT & NINE: Guidance on space object registration and frequency management for small and very small satellites
- MODULE TEN: Long Term Sustainability (LTS) of outer space.
- This course is 100% online delivery, using text, diagrams and videos.
- A weekly online drop-in session will give you a chance to ask any questions and meet other members of your cohort. This is optional and is typically held mid-week, evening time (UK).
- You can also use the online forums to ask questions and chat with other members of your cohort.
- Modules are released on a weekly basis, to be completed in your own time.
- Learning materials will be provided online and available as a PDF download.
- Real-world case studies, research and space policies are used throughout.
No prior learning is required for this course.
The course is currently delivered in simple English. Any technical terminology used as part of the course, will be explained.
Assessment is ongoing and includes weekly quizzes.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of competence issued by the Centre of Astrosociology. File is provided in PDF format, A4, for you to print.
Helen Rankin is an astrosociologist with a focus on social and economic legacy of outer space activities.
