UAE space missions impact: Students aim for the stars with new courses

UAE space missions impact: Students aim for the stars with new courses

UAE - Experts have stressed the need for diversifying the UAE's space education programmes at public and private universities. This came during a two-day virtual Expo Space Week that ended on Tuesday.On day two of the programme, Fahad Al Mheiri, executive director, space sector, UAE Space Agency, said space investment has shown to "directly correlate" with the improvement of the quality of life of the people."The UAE Space Agency has already invested more than Dh160 million in space-related projects in these universities. The UAE is also proud to have supported nearly 48 students through sponsorships and scholarships. Some of these UAE nationals were supported from the time they were in high school to where they are now - actually working in the space sector," added Al Mheiri.Story of Hope: Mars