Looking at skills across the space sector – what is needed, what is being provided, identifying shortages and developing proposals for addressing those shortages. Strengthening our understanding of what attracts graduates towards/ drives them away from choosing to work in the space sector. What is the role of government in this context?
Background
DSIT sits within a wider ecosystem of institutions with an interest in space research.
A non-exhaustive list includes UKSA, DEFRA, DfT, DSTL, HMRC, MoD, Met Office, Satellite Applications Catapult, Ordnance Survey, NHS, Rail Safety and Standards Board and UKRI. The Space Academics Network, the Space Partnership and the Space Clusters also work to support, promote and coordinate research in space. Within this ecosystem DSIT’s focus is on the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the ambitions set out in the National Space Strategy.
We are considering whether, and if so how, to convene a College of Experts on space, and would welcome views on the matter.
Next steps
If you are keen to register your interest in working and connecting with DSIT Science, Innovation, and Research Directorate, and/or submitting evidence, then please complete the DSIT-ARI Evidence survey - https://dsit.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cDfmK2OukVAnirs
Link to ARIs : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/department-for-science-innovation-and-technology-areas-of-research-interest/dsit-areas-of-research-interest-2024
Related UKRI funded projects
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Analysis of Skills, Training, Research, And Innovation Opportunities in Space (ASTRAIOS)
The goal of the ASTRAIOS project is to provide an exhaustive view and understanding of the current and future offer of space curricula and courses in the EU-27, characterise the demand from European space industry in the...
Funded by: Horizon Europe Guarantee
Lead research organisation: SPACE SKILLS LTD
Why might this be relevant?
The ASTRAIOS project specifically focuses on analyzing skills, training, and research opportunities in the space sector, addressing shortages and proposing solutions, aligning with the question's objectives.
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Analysis of Skills, Training, Research, And Innovation Opportunities in Space
The goal of the ASTRAIOS project is to provide an exhaustive view and understanding of the current and future offer of space curricula and courses in the EU-27, characterise the demand from European space industry in the...
Funded by: Horizon Europe Guarantee
Lead research organisation: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Why might this be relevant?
The ASTRAIOS project aligns with the question by providing a comprehensive analysis of space curricula, industry demand, and skills alignment, demonstrating relevance and expertise in the space sector.
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Inspiring Careers in the Space Industry for Wales
By providing weekly space related workshops that focus on careers in the space sector in Wales and to promote the work UKRI/STFC provide this project will aim to: * Introduce more space related STEAM activities in regi...
Funded by: STFC
Lead research organisation: AstroCymru (Wales)
Why might this be relevant?
Partially addresses the question by focusing on promoting careers in the space sector, but does not specifically address shortages or government role.