Learn. Innovate. Launch
with NASA Experts
Mission Discovery London:
A STEM Experience Like No Other
🚀 Unlock Your Potential: Embark on a journey that will boost your confidence & expand your horizons.
👨🚀 Learn from NASA astronauts: Receive mentorship and insights from astronauts, university professors and industry experts.
👩🏫 Master Essential Skills: Develop teamwork, innovation, leadership and problem-solving skills for future success.
🏆 Elevate Your Achievements: Strengthen university applications and stand out from the crowd.
🙌 Find your tribe: Connect with like-minded peers and form lifelong friendships.
🎓 Collaborate with the world's best universities: The winning experiment will be built at King's College London before launching to the International Space Station.
Join Mission Discovery's epic STEM adventure! Dream big, reach for the stars, and shape your future!
Meet the Hosts 🤩
Ricky Arnold
NASA Astronaut
& Global Educator
Sarah Murray
Former Project & Technical Lead in the
development of NASA’s Orion Space Vehicle
Prof. Steve Harridge
Professor of Human & Applied Physiology
at King's College London
Dr Julie Keeble
Director of Biological Services & Senior
Lecturer at King’s College London
Dr Peter Hodkinson
Head of Aerospace Medicine
(Clinical and Education)
Diane Ryding
Former Head FDP/YDP Academy
Physiotherapist, Manchester United
Meet the Hosts 🤩
Ricky Arnold
NASA Astronaut
& Global Educator
Sarah Murray
Former Project & Technical Lead in the
development of NASA’s Orion Space Vehicle
Prof. Steve Harridge
Professor of Human & Applied Physiology
at King's College London
Dr Julie Keeble
Director of Biological Services & Senior
Lecturer at King’s College London
Dr Peter Hodkinson
Head of Aerospace Medicine
(Clinical and Education)
Diane Ryding
Former Head FDP/YDP Academy
Physiotherapist, Manchester United
Your Mission Starts Here - with Astronaut Ricky Arnold
Programme Itinerary 💫
Throughout the week you will hear a variety of talks from our experts, based on a range of themes including team building, leadership, space, the sciences and personal development.
Your team will be assigned its own Mission Discovery mentor to help you every step of the way.
DAY 1: Mon 7th - NASA Team Building & Leadership - 09:30 - 16:00
Just like the makings of any astronaut crew, the days focus is on bringing you together. By the end of the day, you and your team will be functioning as an elite unit.
DAY 2: Tues 8th - Introduction to Design Brief - 09:00 - 16:00
Now you’re ready to take on your first space mission. We introduce you to the design brief. You and your space squad will work quickly to pull together ideas.
DAY 4: Weds 9th - Budgeting, Planning & Experiment Design - 09:00 - 16:00
Let’s finalise those ideas and work out how your experiment is going to work in microgravity.
DAY 5: Thurs 10th - Finalise Experiments & Public Speaking Seminar - 09:00 - 16:00
You’ve done it, look how far you’ve come in only 4 days. Your experiment is ready for lift off! Let’s turn your incredible work into a presentation and get you prepped for the final tomorrow.
DAY 5: Fri 11th - Present Ideas to Judges & Winners Announced 09:00 - 15:30
All the hard work is done, now it's time to present your idea to our friendly judges and accept your Mission Completion certificate and awards at the Mission Discovery closing ceremony. YOU DID IT 🤩
Your ticket to the stars includes:
📸 Selfie and inspiring interactions with an astronaut + a team photo with your new friends
🏆 Mission Discovery Certificate signed by a NASA astronaut & top King's College London professors
🧠 5 days packed with self-discovery and career skills to boost university applications and future STEM prospects
🧪 Hands-on experience in postgraduate-level research with expert guidance
🌌 Exclusive access to astronaut stories and space insights to inspire future ambitions
🎓 Engagement with experts from King’s College London and NASA to gain unparalleled mentorship
🎤 Opportunity to present your experiment to a panel of esteemed judges and the potential for it to launch to space
🌍 Networking with like-minded peers from around the world, building lifelong connections
Residential Option Available 🙌
| The residential option offers students a taste of university life, staying in King's College London’s halls just a short walk from the programme venue. You’ll be grouped with peers of similar ages in single-sex flats, providing a fun and social experience where lifelong friendships are made. 🛏 Your very own ensuite bedroom The residential programme also offers the chance to explore London’s top sights and dine out at restaurants like Honest Burgers, Wagamama, The Real Greek & Zizzi. Achieve Your Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award 🏆As an approved Duke of Edinburgh activity provider, the Mission Discovery summer school residential package ticks all the boxes of your Gold residential. Have fun, boost your confidence and get a taste of student life. |
What participants say about the programme 💭
Matthew, 17, St Olaves Grammar School
Grazia, 17, Hawthorn High School