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CYPRUS!
Students will participate in a fully immersive residential experience combining theoretical lectures, hands-on laboratory sessions, field activities, outdoor challenges, and collaborative team projects.
Throughout the week, participants will visit state-of-the-art facilities operating in the space and Earth Observation sectors in Cyprus, where they will interact directly with scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals.
Every activity has been specifically designed to creating an engaging environment that stimulates curiosity, innovation, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of how space technologies contribute to solving real-world challenges.
Under the supervision of experienced researchers and educators, the CASSINI Space Camp participants will progressively develop their own ideas, projects, and vision as they advance through the different thematic modules.
Space Camp in CYPRUS!
All communication materials will be available in both Greek and English to ensure accessibility and broad participation.
Outreach activities targeting schools, students, and parents and the camp implementation will primarily be conducted in Greek (and English when deemed appropriate based on the students enrolled) while application materials and programme information will also be available in English, reflecting the European dimension of the initiative.
Accommodation arrangements will be coordinated by the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, ensuring appropriate room allocation, 24-hour supervision and compliance with safeguarding procedures. The residential setting will encourage interaction and collaboration among participants, mentors, researchers and trainers. Participants travelling to nearby venues on foot will be accompanied by designated staff and follow predefined routes and safety procedures.
Comprehensive health, safety and safeguarding measures will be implemented throughout the Space Camp. These include:
- Staff and supervision: Designated Health and Safety Officers and trained first-aid responders will be present throughout the programme, including overnight. Staff responsibilities, risk assessments and emergency procedures will be established in advance.
- Medical preparedness: Medical certificates and relevant health information will be collected before the camp, including allergies, existing conditions, medication and special needs. Information will be handled confidentially, and access to nearby healthcare facilities and emergency transport will be ensured.
- First aid and emergencies: Properly equipped first-aid kits will be available, alongside fire safety equipment, evacuation plans and emergency procedures.
- Hygiene and wellbeing: Adequate sanitation facilities, safe food storage, waste management, personal hygiene, balanced nutrition, hydration and sufficient rest will be promoted.
- Health monitoring: Staff will monitor participants’ wellbeing and respond promptly to signs of illness, injury or other health concerns.
- Participant safety: All participants will receive a safety briefing on behavioural expectations, reporting procedures, emergency arrangements and safe conduct during indoor and outdoor activities.
Appropriate insurance coverage will be secured for the programme’s activities, accommodation, transportation and excursions.
A comprehensive full-board catering service will be provided throughout the programme to ensure participants receive balanced and nutritious meals during the entire duration of the Space Camp.
Menus will be designed to accommodate dietary requirements, food allergies, religious considerations, and any other specific needs communicated by the parents or legal responsible participants.
Drinking water and healthy refreshments will be available throughout all activities, while packed lunches and snacks will be provided during excursions and field visits.
The ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence maintains Employer's Liability Insurance covering its employees and staff.
Additional Public Liability Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance policies will be procured to ensure comprehensive coverage for all participants and activities throughout the duration of the camp.
To this end, the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence has already initiated a market assessment and obtained quotations from several insurance providers, including:
- Atlantic Insurance – Public Liability Insurance
- Atlantic Insurance – Personal Accident Insurance
- Trust Insurance – Public Liability Insurance
- Cosmos Insurance – Public Liability Insurance
- AIG Cyprus – Liability Insurance
- Genikes Insurance – Public Liability Insurance
Participant recruitment will follow a clear, transparent, and unbiased selection process in accordance with the guidance provided by the CASSINI Coordinator. Eligibility requirements, application procedures, selection criteria, and timelines will be clearly communicated to all applicants.
Applications will be assessed consistently and fairly, ensuring equal opportunities for all eligible students while promoting diversity, inclusion, accessibility, gender balance, and broad geographical representation.
The recruitment process will be conducted in compliance with applicable European and national legislation, including the principles of non-discrimination enshrined in the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and relevant child protection and safeguarding frameworks.
Selection decisions will be based exclusively on the published criteria, ensuring transparency, impartiality, and equal treatment of all applicants regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, disability, socioeconomic background, religion, or other personal characteristics.
Lectures, Workshops, Hands--on Training, Team Projects, Hikes, Site Visits, Final Pitch Event, Hackathon
Visit the official CASSINI Camps platform and apply online:
👉 https://www.cassini.eu/spacecamps/application/cyprus
Fill in the form and attach the required documents.
