Monday, November 11th, 2019
ISPL Research Fellow, Dr Christoph Beischl took part in China Global Television Network’s programme The Agenda, discussing the regulation of the space commercial market and international co-operation in space, on Sunday 10 November 2019. Other guests included Prof Anu Ojha, Sarah Cruddas and Mitch Hunter-Scallion.Thursday, June 13th, 2019
14 – 16 October 2019, London.
Through lectures, discussions and interactive case-studies we explore Space Policy & Law.
The course will be taught by ISPL Faculty, Advisors and other experts.
Previous knowledge of law or policy is not required.
The Course is particularly appropriate for those working in the space sector who wish to increase their knowledge of the current legal and policy framework, in order to take full advantage of the available opportunities and to create new ones.
The course qualifies for CPD for Solicitors and for Barristers in England and Wales.
Other professionals: please contact your respective professional bodies about whether the course will qualify for CPD.
Participants may access the IALS Law Library during the week of the course. Those considering a post-graduate degree will be able to informally discuss their interest with the Director.
£ 975– Full-time employees of EU governments
£ 975 – Academics employed full-time by accredited universities
(Full-time post-graduates actively engaged in research in the field may also qualify for a discount. Before booking, please contact us for information.)
£ 1,275 – All others
No VAT is payable.
Undergraduates: please register for one of our other courses or lectures.
This is an interactive lecture and discussion-based course, and is therefore limited in size. There will be case studies to reinforce the information provided in the course.
There is no required reading before the course. We send an optional reading list for those who wish to prepare prior to the course, or to follow-up afterwards.
Lecturers’ slides will be available following the course, along with a record of the question and answer discussion sessions and case studies.
Refreshments will be provided during morning and afternoon breaks, as well as a light lunch. Café Lex is also open on-site from 0830 – 1830.
Participants may request access to the IALS Law Library during the week of the course.
WiFi is available throughout the course.
We do not provide or arrange accommodation, but our events manager will advise you if you have questions. We will provide a letter for visa purposes upon request, confirming your place on the course.
The course is very limited in size. Bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Book by email, with the following required information:
When your booking is received, we will send an invoice with details of payment and cancellation, refund and other terms.
Upon receipt of payment, we will confirm your place on the course.
For more information contact: Events@space-institute.org
Thursday, June 13th, 2019
Legal, technical and practical elements of dealing with disasters, using modern technology, were addressed at a seminar on 14 May 2019 at Charles Clore House in London. Vital documents were also discussed, including the UN Remote Sensing Principles, the Disaster Charter and the Crisis Connectivity Charter. Technical and practical topics included:Monday, June 10th, 2019
Some say that space law no longer meets the needs of the space sector, especially commercial space ventures.Does international space law prevent some space activities? Has the rapid improvement in space technology out-stripped development of the law?
Professor Sa’id Mosteshar, ISPL Director, answered these questions by looking at some ventures of greatest interest today.
He made the presentation at the UCL Space Policy Workshop on 15 May 2019. He focussed on the Outer Space Treaty and the Moon Agreement. He also addressed the Law of the High Seas, and the analogy of space mining to freedom of fishing in international waters. He concluded with a consideration of the future of space law.
Participants at ISPL’s 3-day Space Policy and Law Course in October will learn more about these and many other topics of space policy, law and activity.
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Monday, October 1st, 2018
9 – 11 November 2020
Through lectures, discussions and interactive case-studies we explore:
View the full programme
The course will be taught by ISPL Faculty, Advisors and other experts.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Previous knowledge of law or policy is not required.
The Course is particularly appropriate for those working in the space sector who wish to increase their knowledge of the current legal and policy framework, in order to take full advantage of the available opportunities and to create new ones.
The course qualifies for CPD for Solicitors and for Barristers in England and Wales.
Other professionals: please contact your respective professional bodies about whether the course will qualify for CPD.
£ 950 – payable on registration No VAT is payable.
For more information contact: SPLC2020@space-institute.org
Bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis, and will be confirmed upon receipt of payment.
Book by email, with the following required information:
When your booking is received, we will send details of payment and other terms. Upon receipt of payment, we will confirm your place on the course.
Friday, July 13th, 2018
This year we are offering a bursary to one post-graduate student for our annual 3-day Space Policy and Law Course. The course runs from 15-17 October 2018, in Russell Square, London, from 9.30 to 17.00. More information about the course, including a programme, is here. The bursary is competitive, and the successful student will attend the course without paying the usual fees. Who should apply? We are looking for an MPhil or PhD student working on a topic related to the space sector, public international law or another area of study that aligns with the content of the course.The successful applicant will have good communications skills, and will be able to show a demonstrable benefit to be derived from attending the course. What will the student do? The successful applicant will attend all three days, and operate the audio recorder for all sessions. She or he will also write a short record of the follow-up question & answer sessions and the case studies. We will give guidance on how this can best be done. The summary will be incorporated in our internal report, which will be sent to the course attendees. We will give credit for the student’s contribution, and post a notice online about the winning applicant, with a brief bio. How to apply Please submit a sample of a report of any length that you have written about a topic or event you have attended. Please also include a cover letter explaining what the course will add to your current study or research. As a final step in the selection process we will get in touch with your academic supervisor about the offer of the bursary. The closing date is 1 September 2018. When will we announce the award? 14 September 2018. Any questions? Please contact Ray at Events@space-institute.org.Tuesday, July 3rd, 2018
15 – 17 October 2018, London.View the full programme.
The course will be taught by ISPL Faculty, Advisors and other experts.
Previous knowledge of law or policy is not required.
The Course is particularly appropriate for those working in the space sector who wish to increase their knowledge of the current legal and policy framework, in order to take full advantage of the available opportunities and to create new ones.
Undergraduates: please register for one of our other courses or lectures.
The course qualifies for CPD for Solicitors and for Barristers in England and Wales.
Other professionals: please contact your respective professional bodies about whether the course will qualify for CPD.
Participants may access the IALS Law Library during the week of the course. Those considering a post-graduate degree will be able to informally discuss their interest with the Director.
£ 950 – Full-time employees of EU governments
£ 950 – Academics employed full-time by accredited universities
£ 1,250 – All others
Full-time post-graduate students actively engaged in research in the field may also qualify for the discounted rate.
No VAT is payable. Please note: we cannot accept credit cards at this time.
This is an interactive lecture and discussion-based course, and is therefore limited in size. There will be case studies to reinforce the information provided in the course.
There is no required reading before the course. We send an optional reading list for those who wish to prepare prior to the course, or to follow-up afterwards.
Slides presented by lecturers will be sent following the course, along with a record of the question and answer discussion sessions and case studies.
Refreshments will be provided during morning and afternoon breaks, as well as a light sandwich lunch. Café Lex is also open on-site from 0830 – 1530.
Participants may request access the IALS Law Library during the week of the course.
WiFi is available throughout the course.
We do not provide or arrange accommodation, but our events team will do their best to advise you if you have questions. We will provide a letter upon request, confirming your place on the course for visa purposes.
The course is very limited in size. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Reservations are requested by email, with the following information required:
We will send an invoice with details of payment, cancellation, refund and other terms.
Upon receipt of payment, we will confirm your place on the course.
For more information contact: Events@space-institute.org
Monday, April 30th, 2018
The Institute is honoured and delighted to welcome Professor Stephen Briggs and Mr James Cemmell to its distinguished Faculty. Welcoming their addition to the Faculty, the Director said:
“Stephen’s vast experience and many years at ESA and other international organisations add to our teaching, research and consulting capabilities, especially in earth observation and related policy areas. We worked with Stephen on the Evidence from Space research project, examining the utility of earth observation information in judicial and administrative procedures.
James brings his deep knowledge of the satellite communications sector as well as policy and government relations experience. ISPL worked closely with James on the IPSP research project concerning satellite applications for health and finance in Africa, notably Kenya and Nigeria.
We are very fortunate to have their contributions, and I look forward to working even closer with them both on future projects.”
ISPL’s Faculty is composed of professionals and practitioners, academic and government experts, policy makers and space sector specialists in many fields. They greatly contribute to our mission to educate, carry out research and advise in a wide range of areas related to space activity. They give their time and energy to advancing our core aims, stimulating new areas of debate and making their tremendous range of experience and skill available to those that ISPL interacts with.
ISPL Faculty members contribute to our events, including seminars, research projects and courses. To be notified of upcoming events, please sign in on our contact page.
Tuesday, March 13th, 2018
This interdisciplinary seminar series examines the benefits of space systems and services to the world. The seminars are jointly organised by ISPL and UCL Space Domain, to celebrate 60 Years in Space and 50 Years of Lawful & Peaceful Use. Topics will include food security, climate change and the environment, and disaster response.
The first seminar addressed the Outer Space Treaty and the benefits it has brought to humanity. Topics included the status of the Treaty and current developments, what the future holds and the preservation of space systems.
This second seminar will examine ways that outer space contributes to environmental security. Speakers from ESA, UCL, Leicester and Reading Universities will address the participants, and there will be discussion following the sessions.
Registration is essential, and details are included in the Programme.
Date and time: Tuesday 10 April 2018, 2 – 5 pm
Venue: Charles Clore House, 17 Russell Square, London WC1B 5DR
ISPL Seminars on space policy and law have been popular and informative events, with participation from industry, government, academia and a wide range of others interested in space activity. This new series of seminars will continue our engagement with UCL Space Domain.
Our mission and that of the UCL Research Domains include bringing together a range of expertise to facilitate international cross-disciplinary research. We are pleased to jointly present this series.
For more information contact Events@space-institute.org.
Friday, February 16th, 2018
The report of the seminar of 13 December 2017 is now available. The series will explore the legacy of the 1967 Outer Space Treaty (“OST”). The principles enshrined in the Treaty have established a climate of cooperation, internationalisation and peaceful use. This has led to the development of space assets and capabilities that are essential to our way of life, and enrich our understanding of the universe.
Topics of relevance were outlined by specialists in the relevant fields and discussed by invited delegates from all sectors of space operation and regulation, under Chatham House Rules.
The contributions at the seminar underlined the enormous potential of space to deal with world problems and to improve life on Earth. The OST has served us well, but we must ensure that space is used well and responsibly, to ensure its long-term sustainability.
The report contains links to powerpoint and other presentations.
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