Space

Unit Summary

This unit is a broad introduction to the structure of the Earth and its atmosphere. Despite being a chemistry unit there is very little chemistry involved, it would be better classified as Earth science.  The beginning of the unit covers the bulk of the physical science, whereas the latter looks at the content from a position of ecological responsibility. Given the scale of the subject matter, practical experiments are limited, so a greater focus has been given to modelling ideas. Being a broad topic, it is easy to get off track, so stick to the outlined curriculum.

The unit also looks at our place within the universe, the features in our solar system, and beyond.

Developing Experts works closely with industry with the goal of ensuring that career choice is no longer left to chance, we are committed to connecting talent to local opportunity. The Gatsby Benchmarks, therefore, permeate our curriculum and careers library. This unit features careers with the European Space Agency.  The space industry is committed to supporting young people to achieve their potential. During this unit you will hear from the following industry experts:

        Name:                                      Job Title:

1.     Pascal Lecomte                       Head of Science Applications & Future Technologies

2.    Thomas Pesquet                     Astronaut

3.    Paolo Ferri                               Head of Operations

4.    Massimo Bandecchi               Founder of the Concurrent Design Facility

5.    Alexander Gerst                      Astronaut 

6.    Penelope Boston                    Astrobiologist

7.     Lidia Icardi                               Electrical Power Systems Engineer

8.    Gonzalo Martin-de-Mercado  Telecommunications Engineer

9.     Micha Schmidt                        Spacecraft Operations Manager

10.    Anthony Marston                   ESA Herschel Science Team

11.     Alexander Soucek                 Programme Coordinator