NewSpace@Berkeley
Preparing for launch...
Preparing for launch...
A one-semester course exploring NewSpace economics, policy, and technology fundamentals through lectures, case studies, and guest speakers — capped with a real-world industry project.
Understand the business models, markets, and economics driving the new space race.
Learn how startups are innovating in launch, satellites, data services, and more.
Explore the legal frameworks governing space activities from licensing to international treaties.
Discover diverse career opportunities in engineering, business, policy, and more.
Structured like a fellowship, this one-semester course moves from the foundations of the NewSpace economy — launch, satellites, infrastructure, and policy — into entrepreneurship and go-to-market strategy, closing with a real-world industry project. Students work with partner companies while receiving guidance from company mentors and project managers. All majors are welcome.
No prerequisites are required. Students commit at least five hours per week, including lecture attendance and project work with their team.
Weekly lectures pair with a company project component. Project managers guide teams, and company mentors provide ongoing feedback and check-ins.
What you'll take away from the program
Week-by-week topics across the semester
Real-world projects students have completed
Feedback from our partners and alumni
“Collaborating with NewSpace at Berkeley has been an inspiring and rewarding experience. The initiative's commitment to introducing students to the vast opportunities within space commercialization and entrepreneurship is truly transformative. By lowering barriers to entry and fostering a culture of innovation, NewSpace at Berkeley is not only preparing the next generation of space leaders but also driving the future of the global space economy.”
“The collaboration between the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) and UC Berkeley's NewSpace students has been outstanding. The students developed innovative approaches to natural disaster response using AI, remote sensing, and aerial vehicles. Their visit to NASA Ames Research Center to present their strategies was a highlight, showcasing their thoughtful and well-considered solutions.”
“Working with Berkeley's NewSpace students was a fantastic experience for Planet. We were continually impressed by the ability and drive of the students to tackle the investigation at hand.”
