Aerospace Engineering & Space Tech Summer Program in Rome

Course Description: Aerospace Engineering & Space Tech Summer Program in Rome

Aerospace Engineering & Space Tech 🚀🛰️

🚀 Rome, Italy

📍 Powered by Sapienza School of Aerospace Engineering

Location: School of Aerospace Engineering – Rome, Italy

📅 Dates: July 19 – August 1, 2026

👥 Ages: 15–18

🗣️ Language: English (B1+ level recommended)

Designed for aspiring engineers passionate about space exploration, aviation and advanced technologies, this immersive two-week program introduces students to the fundamentals of aerospace engineering and space systems.

Hosted in collaboration with the prestigious Sapienza University of Rome School of Aerospace Engineering, the program provides a unique opportunity to experience real academic laboratories and research facilities at one of Europe’s historic aerospace institutions.

Students will explore how rockets work, how propulsion systems are designed and how aerospace engineers plan space missions. Through lectures, simulations and hands-on engineering activities, participants will design and build their own rocket prototype, culminating in a real rocket launch experience.

Located in Rome, the program also combines academic learning with cultural exploration in one of the world’s most historic and inspiring cities.

Academy Highlights

Institution: Delivered in partnership with the School of Aerospace Engineering at Sapienza University of Rome.

Focus: Aerospace engineering, rocket design and space technology.

Industry Connection: Exposure to leading European space institutions such as

Italian Space Agency and European Space Agency.

The Experience: A combination of engineering theory, hands-on laboratory work and real rocket development.

🌟 Why Choose Our Camp

✔️ Real Aerospace Environment – Study inside a historic aerospace engineering school.

✔️ Build Your Own Rocket – Design and develop a functional rocket prototype.

✔️ Simulation & Engineering Tools – Use professional software to model rocket trajectories.

✔️ Industry Exposure – Discover the world of aerospace engineering and space agencies.

✔️ Rome Experience – Combine cutting-edge engineering with the culture and history of Rome.

🚀 Program Highlights

✅ 30 hours of aerospace engineering classes and labs.

✅ Rocket engineering and propulsion workshops.

✅ Space mission simulation using engineering software.

✅ Arduino-based embedded systems programming.

✅ Development and testing of a rocket prototype.

✅ Rocket launch experience in Rovigo.

✅ Cultural excursions and visits in Rome.

✅ Accommodation, meals and 24/7 supervision included.

📚 Course Modules

🚀 Rocket Engineering & Propulsion

Understanding rocket design, propulsion systems and flight mechanics.

🛰️ Space Mission Simulation

Learning how engineers plan and simulate space missions using digital tools such as OpenRocket.

💻 Embedded Systems & Arduino

Programming electronic systems used to control rockets and collect flight data.

📡 Programming for Aerospace Applications

Developing the basic coding skills used in modern aerospace systems.

🔧 Rocket Prototype Development

Designing and building a working rocket model as a team project.

🎯 Model & Approach

This program combines aerospace theory, hands-on engineering and real-world experimentation.

Engineering Foundations – Rocket propulsion, flight dynamics and aerospace principles.

Hands-On Learning – Building and testing a rocket prototype.

Simulation & Digital Tools – Modelling rocket trajectories and flight data.

Industry Inspiration – Exposure to leading aerospace organisations and research environments.

Real Launch Experience – Culminating with a rocket launch activity.

🗺️ Special Trips & Activities

🚀 Rocket Launch Experience – Rovigo

Students launch their rocket prototypes in a supervised aerospace testing environment.

🏛️ Rome Cultural Tour

Explore the city’s most iconic landmarks including the

Colosseum,

Pantheon and

Trevi Fountain.

🏢 Aerospace Industry Visit

Visit a leading aerospace company and learn about real engineering projects.

🗓️ A Typical Day

Each day is structured to balance academic learning, engineering labs, cultural exploration and social activities.

⏰ Daily Schedule (Monday–Friday)

07:30 – Wake up

08:30 – 09:30 – Breakfast 🍽️

10:00 – 11:00 – Lesson 1

11:15 – 11:30 – Break

11:30 – 12:45 – Lesson 2

12:45 – 13:45 – Lunch & rest

13:45 – 15:15 – Lab activity

15:15 – 15:30 – Break

15:30 – 16:30 – Lab / project development

17:00 – 19:00 – Excursion time or organised activities 🌍

19:00 – 20:00 – Dinner 🍝

20:00 – 22:30 – Night activities & social programme 🎉

23:00 – Lights out 🌙

📋 What’s Included

All aerospace engineering classes and laboratory sessions

Rocket project materials and simulation software

Accommodation in Rome

3 meals per day (full board)

Sports and leisure activities

Excursions and cultural visits

Certificate of completion

Insurance and 24/7 staff supervision

🍽️ Meals & Nutrition

All residential students enjoy full-board catering throughout the program.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily

Balanced Mediterranean-style meals

Dietary requirements accommodated (vegetarian, vegan, allergies, religious needs)

Meals provided in a safe and supervised dining environment

🏨 Accommodation Options

📍 University residence in Rome city centre

Students stay in a modern residence offering a comfortable international environment.

Individual studio rooms

Private en-suite bathroom

Fully equipped kitchenette

Gym, TV rooms and social areas

Study spaces and terraces

Night supervision by house parents

Shared social activities with students from other programs

➕ Additional Services

🚐 Airport / Station Transfer – Rome Shuttle

Convenient transfers between Rome transport hubs and the residence.

Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

• One way: €100

• Return: €200

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

• One way: €100

• Return: €200

Rome Termini Station

• One way: €50

• Return: €100

🏨 Extra Night Accommodation

€150 per night

Ideal for students arriving earlier or departing later than the official program dates.

🎓 Individual College Counseling Session

€200 per session

Personalised guidance for university planning, academic pathways and career development.

🚀 Launch your future in aerospace engineering.

Design, build and launch your own rocket while discovering the world of space technology in Rome. 🇮🇹🛰️