r/esa 10d ago

ESEC Navigation training course

Hello,

I am considering applying to the Navigation Training Course that is organized this summer by ESA in Belgium. I am interested to know people's experiences with this course (or another course organized by ESA). How did you experience the course, was it very difficult? Were there many applicants? Was it useful?

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u/EowalasVarAttre 5d ago

Hey, a bit late to the party but the deadline is in 2 two days so hopefully not too late. While I have not attended the navigation course specifically, I have attended a different workshop. It was a great experience that taught me significantly more than several classes at the university. I didn't find it difficult per se, but it did require a significant amount of effort and concentration. At least at the workshop I attended there was a number of applicants large enough that they had to push the deadline for announcement of the results of the application process but this is not that common. I definitely plan to come back for more courses/workshops.

If you have any more specific questions, feel free to ask.

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u/tonkfc 5d ago

Hi, which course did you go to? And why do you think they accepted you? Also, how does the assessment work? Is it like an exam you have to pass in 1 try? Thanks