Funding space education
in the Netherlands and beyond
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The SSPF provides financial support for advanced education in space-related subjects.
Its statutory objective is to support space studies in and outside of the Netherlands and to do anything directly or indirectly related or beneficial to space studies, all in the broadest sense of the word. Priority is given to its first target group – the Dutch space sector’s (young) professionals – although advanced (PhD, Master) students of space-related programs at Dutch education institutions are also eligible as a secondary target group. In principle, all applicants wishing to obtain funding for their space-related advanced academic program course will be considered by the SSPF, as long as they meet the program course’s criteria. In exceptional cases, requests by bachelor students will be taken into consideration. An interview may form part of the selection process. |
OBJECTIVE
From 2019 onwards, provide (supplementary) program fee funding for applicants from both target groups to attend a Space Studies Program (SSP) or the Southern Hemisphere Space Studies Program (SHSSP) by the International Space University (ISU), or other space-related, educational program in or outside of the Netherlands. |
Testimonials
Space Studies Program
Omar Saal (SSP18)
"Regardless of which category we fell into, we were all excited to be amongst an environment of like-minded people." Click on the button below to read Omar's full experience at SSP18: Source: 'Ruimtevaart' issue 1-2019,
published by the Nederlandse Vereniging voor Ruimtevaart (NVR) (https://www.ruimtevaart-nvr.nl/het-blad/) |
Joana Carvalho Afonso (SSP18)
" "We’re all citizens of planet Earth” was a beautiful sentence shared to ignite reflection amongst ourselves and foster team work. I understood it as a natural path to build the future(s) together." Click on the button below to read Joana full experience at SSP18: |
Experiences of SSP19
"We found ourselves in a different reality, with many new faces, personalities, backgrounds and cultures; enveloped in enthusiasm and a common interest in space." Click on the button below to read the full article: Source: 'Ruimtevaart' issue 1-2020
published by the Nederlandse Vereniging voor Ruimtevaart (NVR) (https://www.ruimtevaart-nvr.nl/het-blad/) |
Benjamin Brenny (SSP18)
"SSP has given me a better understanding of the different parts of the Space industry, both in terms of technologies and players. I can now put into context the expertise and role that TNO has, with respect to our partners, and how we all fit into the big picture. My new knowledge of the organizational and technological aspects of an entire mission is very helpful, even when you are involved with a small specific part. The new network I have gained is also very valuable, to discuss ideas and new collaborations." |
Testimonial Southern Hemisphere
Space Studies Program 2019
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David Girou (SHSSP19)
"My experience at the Southern Hemisphere Space Studies Program (SHSSP) has been extremely rewarding, both on a professional and on a personal level. Such a program enables the building of an international, inter-cultural and interdisciplinary network. I highly recommend it." Click on the button below to read David's full experience at SHSSP19: |
Interactive Space Program 2020Due to COVID-19, SSP20 will be replaced by a new online program
this summer, the Interactive Space Program (ISP)* Click on the button below for more information. * No new requests for funding for ISP20 will be accepted by SSPF,
but registration for this ISU program is open until May 30 Space Studies Program 2021The next Space Studies Program will be hosted
in 2021 at the University of Granada in Spain. Click on the button below for more information. |