The Executive Certificate in Space Law and Policy is an advanced-level continuing education program designed for professionals seeking to acquire or deepen a comprehensive, operational and strategic understanding of space activities.
This program is designed for professionals involved in space-related activities or seeking to strengthen their expertise in the legal, institutional and strategic dimensions of the space sector.
- Duration: 6 days / 42 hours
- Format: On site
- Pace: Intensive program, 1 week
- Language of instruction: English
- Location: Université Paris-Saclay, 9 rue Joliot Curie, 91190 Gif-sur-Yvette
- Sessions: October 19–24, 2026 and March 8–13, 2027
- Level: Expert level
Program overview
The space sector is undergoing profound transformation, driven by the emergence of new players, the diversification of uses, rapid technological progress and growing legal, economic, strategic and security-related challenges.
This program provides a structured, comparative and operational perspective on space law and policy at national, European and international levels. It is designed to help participants understand the legal, institutional and strategic frameworks governing space activities and apply them in professional contexts.
Key features of the program
- A comprehensive approach to space law, policy and governance
- Analysis of economic, strategic and security challenges
- Focus on legal and contractual risk management
- Comparative perspective on national, European and international frameworks
- Site visits and exchanges with institutional and industry experts
- Final integrative workshop based on a professional space project simulation
Designed as a continuing education program leading to certification, it is structured into modular learning units that can be combined to earn credits, allowing participants to enroll in the full program, OR enroll in one or more modules independently, depending on the needs of the professional audience. Successful completion of all modules, over one or more sessions, leads to certification from Paris-Saclay University.
Applications must be sent by email to formation.continue@universite-paris-saclay.fr at least one month before the start of the session.
Required application document: Curriculum Vitae (CV)
→ First session : October 19–24, 2026 and March 8–13, 2027
Participants should have professional experience in law, consulting, project management, public affairs or the space sector. A good proficiency in English is required, as the program is delivered entirely in English.
ALL INFORMATIONS
→ Executive Certificate Space Law and Policy | Université Paris-Saclay
CONTACTS
Educational contacts who can provide information about the program
→ Mertcan Arslantaş – mertcan.arslantas@universite-paris-saclay.fr
Administrative contact for managing registrations
→ formation.continue@universite-paris-saclay.fr
Contact regarding accessibility for people with disabilities
→ handicap.cfadftlv@universite-paris-saclay.fr
