“The sky is not the limit, it’s where the fun begins!” – This is the motto of the European Space Camp, an annual one-week summer camp at the Andøya Space Center in the north of Norway.
The next camp will take place August 3rd-10th, 2025 and will offer 24 young adults the unique opportunity to spend six days performing various aspects of a real rocket campaign, including the launch itself. Throughout the week there will be a series of lectures from some of Europe’s top scientists and engineers on a variety of topics from rocket physics to the Northern Lights.
Of course, the week will not only consist of group work and lectures – there will also be numerous social activities organized. Participants can look forward to a hike up the mountain to the ALOMAR research station, swimming under the midnight sun followed by a visit to the sauna, a volleyball game and a GPS challenge – all in the breathtaking surroundings of Andøya Space!
Not quite convinced yet? Here is a review of the ESC 2024 – take a look!
For me personally, the camp was a unique experience. It was unbelievably great
for me was that we were very much involved in all the processes, that we were treated as equals by the professional scientists and engineers and that we […] were also allowed to take on some responsibility during the countdown.
– Maximilian Gastager (ESC participant 2024)
“The week at the European Space Camp was one of the best of my life and I can only wish this experience to people who are interested in rockets and space. I am convinced that there is no better place for young people to gain all these experiences in such a playful setting. For this reason, I would definitely advise anyone interested to apply for the European Space Camp.”
– Pandora Spindler (ESC participant 2024)
How can I participate?
Curious? Then send us a 2 to 4 minute creative application video …
- in English
- that convinces us why YOU should be the European Space Camp participant 2025!
- tell us why you want to take part in the European Space Camp
- what your hobbies are, e.g. whether you are active in space-related associations
- and also very important: what your future plans are!
The two best entries will be awarded a ticket to the European Space Camp by a jury.
Arrival, accommodation & meals
The stay including accommodation and meals at the European Space Camp is free of charge. A maximum of € 1,000 each is available for travel expenses.
All ESC participants stay in a double room in the Space Center hotel, together with another participant. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, bed linen and towels are provided, as well as WIFI. All meals are served in the Space Center’s cafeteria and all moderate dietary requirements are catered for.
The Space Center also has an auditorium, smaller meeting rooms and workrooms equipped with computers. There is also a sauna and a games room with a pool table and table tennis table.
Requirements for participation
- Application period: 04.10.2024 to 31.01.2025
- Age: 17-20 years (born 01.01.2005-31.12.2008)
- Great interest in physics/MINT subjects
- Good knowledge of English (the whole camp is held in English!)
- Attendance at an Austrian school based in Austria
- Good social skills (e.g. ability to work in a team, communication skills, willingness to learn, reliability, flexibility)
- Application via video in English (2-4 min.)
- If application is successful: submission of an experience report by 31.08.2025
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Source: European Space Camp