Learn. Innovate. Launch
with NASA Experts
Mission Discovery
Dubai March 2025
Two 5 Day Astronaut Led Student Learning Programmes
£799.00 £599 GBP| AED 3,799 2,985 (approx)
Limited time Early Bird Offer
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Reasons to Get on Board!
🚀 Unlock Your Potential: Build confidence, challenge yourself and discover what you're capable of achieving.
👨🚀 Learn from the Best: Meet and learn directly from NASA astronauts, scientists and expert mentors.
🧠 Develop Future Skills: Strengthen teamwork, creativity, problem-solving and communication through exciting challenges.
🔬 Experience Hands-On STEM: Take part in practical activities, experiments and projects that bring science to life.
🌟 Get Inspired: Explore the possibilities of science, technology, engineering and space exploration.
🙌 Make New Friends: Work alongside like-minded students, share ideas and create lasting memories.
Dream big, explore boldly and reach for the stars!
What participants are saying 💭
"The best thing you will ever do."
Archie, Fullbrook School
"A once in a lifetime opportunity with prestigious scientists and astronauts."
Ashley, Cheltenham Lady’s College
"A life-changing experience"
Dilan, Brompton Academy
Meet the Hosts 🤩
Steve Swanson
NASA Astronaut & International
Space Station Commander
Sarah Murray
Former Project & Technical Lead in the
development of NASA’s Orion Space Vehicle
Chris Barber
ISSET Founder & Director
Steve Swanson
NASA Astronaut & International
Space Station Commander
Chris Barber
ISSET Founder & Director
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A word on Mission Discovery from Astronaut Steve Swanson ✨
"With Mission Discovery, students are getting a rare opportunity to participate in something that is unimaginable for most young people. It will not only help them gain knowledge about space but also enhance their self- belief and capabilities. I would have loved this opportunity as a student, who knows where this journey will take them."
- Steven Swanson, NASA Astronaut & ISS Commander
Mission Discovery Draft 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: Tues 6th - NASA Team Building & Leadership
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: Weds 7th - Introduction to Design Brief
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: Thurs 8th - Budgeting, Planning & Experiment Design
Let’s finalise those ideas and work out how your experiment is going to work in microgravity.
DAY 5: Fri 9th - Finalise Experiments & Public Speaking Seminar
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: Sat 10th - Present Ideas to Judges & Winners Announced
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 🤩
Astro Space Camp Draft Itinerary 💫
DAY 1: Tues 6th - Introduction to Space & Solar Exploration
- Fun icebreakers and a warm welcome to the Space Camp crew.
- Introduction to the sun and planets, plus an interactive mnemonic challenge to memorise the solar system.
- Build a working solar oven and bake marshmallow treats!
- Design and drop-test your own Mars lander using eggs and balloons.
DAY 2: Weds 7th - Rocket Science
- Discover the history of rockets and how they’ve shaped space exploration.
- Create and test straw rockets and wing gliders in fun competitions.
- Experiment on how real rockets work.
DAY 3: Thurs 8th - Astronaut Missions & Space & Night sky
- Design a Mission Patch challenge
- Learn about the night sky and create a star map using planispheres.
DAY 4: Fri 9th - The Moon, Mars & Exploration & Skittles Experiment
- Understand why the moon always shows the same side to Earth.
- Build pop film canister rockets that blast off with just water and vitamin tablets!
- Nappy absorption experiments highlight the technology astronauts use.
DAY 5: Sat 10th - Rocket Launching, Live Q&A with Steve Swanson, Certificates
- Design a straw kite and learn about gravity with hands-on experiments.
- Build and fire compressed air rockets into the sky!
- Receive a personalised certificate during our award ceremony and reflect on the week’s highlights.
- Ask astronaut Steve Swanson your burning questions during a live Q&A.
Your ticket to the stars includes:
🚀 Five days of space science, discovery and hands-on challenges
🏆 Certificate signed by a NASA astronaut and the ISSET team
📸 Photos with the astronaut to remember your experience
Official Travel Partner: Terrain Nepal
Terrain Nepal Travels and Tours Pvt. Ltd. is the official ground travel partner for the Kathmandu 2026 programme. Terrain Nepal can assist participants and their families with accommodation, airport transfers, transport between the recommended hotels and the programme venue, and optional sightseeing tours.
Recommended Hotels
The following hotels are available through the official accommodation booking form:
- Royal Tulip Kathmandu – five-star deluxe accommodation from USD 88 per room, per night
- Godavari Village Resort – four-star deluxe accommodation from USD 60 per room, per night
- Hotel Goodwill – three-star deluxe accommodation from USD 45 per room, per night
Rates are indicative and subject to availability and final confirmation. Please refer to the booking form for room options, inclusions, payment terms and cancellation conditions.
Airport and Venue Transfers
Terrain Nepal offers airport transfers between Tribhuvan International Airport and the recommended hotels. Cars, vans and buses are available, with prices depending on the number of passengers and the time of travel.
Transport between the recommended hotels and the programme venue can also be arranged. Please provide accurate flight and accommodation details when completing the booking form. If a flight is delayed, inform Terrain Nepal as soon as possible.
Optional Tours
Participants and accompanying family members can also book optional tours through Terrain Nepal. Available destinations include:
- Kathmandu city
- Patan, Swayambhunath, Bhaktapur and Boudhanath
- Bhaktapur and Nagarkot
- Bhaktapur and Dhulikhel
- Manakamana and Pokhara
- Gorkha and Bandipur
- Chitwan
Tour availability, itineraries and prices are subject to confirmation.
Booking and Payment
Please ensure that you receive written confirmation from Terrain Nepal before making any payment. A deposit is required to confirm bookings, and cancellation terms vary depending on the service selected. Card payments may be subject to an administration fee; full details are provided in the relevant booking form.
For further information, group hotel bookings of more than ten rooms, or assistance with travel arrangements, please contact operation@terrainnepal.com or visit www.terrainnepal.com.
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Jumeirah College, Dubai | 13th - 17th October, 2025
£799.00 £599 GBP| AED 3,799 2,985 (approx)
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