The International Space University: its missions and programs

Author

Bali, Sunita

Author_Institution

Int. Space Univ., Illkirch, France

Volume

2

fYear

1997

fDate

3-8 Aug 1997

Firstpage

948

Abstract

Space programs are a global undertaking of humanity in which cultural diversity can flourish and produce innovative solutions to world problems. The International Space University was founded in 1987 to respond to today´s challenge in the space sector. ISU is dedicated to the development of space technology for peaceful purposes by offering its unique programs such as: Summer Session Program, (SSP) Masters in Space Studies, (MSS) and Professional Development Program (PDP), and International Symposium. With its innovative approach and unique programs, ISU educates the space professionals required by the international space community. Its mission continues to expand through employing new teaching methods through the publication of educational material, in various media, growing from its unique programs

Keywords

education; educational courses; geophysical techniques; remote sensing; space research; teaching; France; ISU; International Space University; International Symposium; Masters in Space Studies; Professional Development Program; Strasbourg; Summer Session Program; education; geophysical exploration; remote sensing; space mission; space program; space research; space technology; teaching; Aerospace industry; Cultural differences; Educational programs; Electronic mail; Engineering profession; Geoscience; Industrial training; Space missions; Space power stations; Space technology;

fLanguage

English

Publisher

ieee

Conference_Titel

Geoscience and Remote Sensing, 1997. IGARSS '97. Remote Sensing - A Scientific Vision for Sustainable Development., 1997 IEEE International

Print_ISBN

0-7803-3836-7

Type

conf

DOI

10.1109/IGARSS.1997.615306

Filename

615306