“Madarik” Program

The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) launches “Madarik” program to develop national capabilities in Space sector, and provide participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the Saudi Space industry.

Objectives

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Develop national cadres for a sustainable future

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Focus on various professions

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Provide cognitive foundation for participants in Space sciences

Program Timeline

5 May - 15 August 2024

Program Locations

Riyadh - Jeddah
Virtual across Saudi Arabia

Program Tracks

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Space Business

It aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Space economy, including commercial and entrepreneurship opportunities, international collaboration, legal requirements, and projects management to develop necessary skills for successful Space projects.


Target Audience

Fresh graduates and experienced professionals in :

Strategy, Business Administration, Economy, and Legal


Courses

- Introduction to Space Economy
- Introduction to Space Law, Policies and Regulations
- Introduction to Space Entrepreneurship

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Space Software and Data

It highlights the necessary sources of data and software, in order to implement Space missions and Satellites applications, develop basic programming skills and understand the challenges and risks of data science in the Space sector.


Target Audience

Fresh graduates and experienced professionals in:

Computer Science, Data Science, Data Engineering, and Cybersecurity


Courses

- Introduction to Space Data Science
- Space Software Design & Development
- Cybersecurity of Space Systems

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Space Engineering

It provides the opportunity to explore Space engineering majors, and educate them on the design and maintenance of spacecraft, such as rockets. It also focuses on spacecraft control, propulsion technologies, electronics, electromagnetics, satellites, and communications systems.


Target Audience

Fresh graduates and experienced professionals in Engineering majors


Sub-track 1: Space Construction

Courses

- The Fundamentals of Spacecraft Design and Engineering
- Space Mechanical Engineering and Spacecraft Materials
- Introduction to Space Electrical Engineering

Sub-track 2: Space Applications

Courses

- Earth Observation
- GPS/GNSS
- Satellite & Telecommunication

Registration Requirements

  • The applicant must be Saudi nationality
  • Applicants must have at least a bachelor degree in related fields
  • Proficient in English speaking and writing
  • Fulfill all registration requirements
  • The ability to attend the program on the selected time and date

For inquiries about “Madarik" program, please email us at: spacetraining@cst.gov.sa