News & events

International Colloquium on AI and Space Technologies

Venue: NAF Officer's Mess & Suites, Kado, Abuja, Nigeria

Published: Friday 9th May 2025

Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI and Nigerian Airforce are collaboratively organizing a colloquium in Abuja, Nigeria on Monday 19th of May 2025. Main objectives of this colloquium are:

• To learn and exchange ideas on AI-enabled exploitation of space technologies to address some of Nigeria’s security and national development opportunities.
• To discuss collaboration and training opportunities and agree a way forward, including an MoU.

Space AI Research Seminars Series

Published: Thursday 29 August 2024

Being organized by the Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI, this seminar series brings together experts and researchers to explore collaborative opportunities, share their latest findings, and inspire innovative ideas in Space AI and related fields.

Ten Scholarships of £10K Each Are Available In MSc Satellite Systems Engineering @ Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI

Published: Monday 26 February 2024

Fancy a Career in Space Technology? Maybe we can help! This is a genuine funding opportunity. Our Space Centre has 10 scholarships on offer (worth £10,000 each) and 20 available places for the September 2024 intake into our one-year MSc course in Satellite Systems Engineering.

Application for this scholarship is now open but please hurry if you want to obtain more information about our unique MSc (that combines space technology skills with AI) to decide whether you or someone you know is qualified to apply. Basically, an applicant should have a good honours degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, Aerospace, etc.), Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics. Other qualifications (e.g., HND) along with relevant industry experience will be individually considered.

More information about the Renduchintala scholarship can be found on the University of Bradford website at this link:
https://www.bradford.ac.uk/scholarships/bradford-renduchintala-scholarships-for-msc-in-satellite-systems-engineering-2024-25

More information (including a 90-second video) about the MSc Satellite Systems Engineering and how to apply online is available at this link:
https://www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/pg/satellite-systems-engineering/

However, if you want to skip straight to the video, then here it is on YouTube.

World space experts heading to Bradford

Published: Wednesday 18 October 2023

Representatives from NASA, the European Space Agency, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, Space Hub Yorkshire, Airbus, the UK Space Agency, Satellite Applications Catapult and many others gathered at the University of Bradford.

The 40th International Communications Satellite Systems Conference’s colloquium will take place at the University’s Norcroft Centre, and is part of a longer three-day event, incorporating the 28th Ka and Broadband Communications Conference. It is the first time the conference has been held in England.

Why there's a big rocket in Bradford's Centenary Square

Published: Friday 7 July 2023

A 72ft replica rocket has landed in Bradford city centre as part of a mission to inspire the next generation. The UK Space Agency’s 'Space for Everyone' STEAM tour can be found in Centenary Square until July 10. It comes as the University of Bradford counts down to launching its first ever miniature satellite into low earth orbit in 2024.

Pocket rocket: Countdown to university’s 2024 mini-satellite launch begins at UK Space Agency event

Published: Thursday 6 July 2023

The countdown has begun to the launch of the University of Bradford’s miniature satellite, which will be sent into low earth orbit in 2024.

Space Hub Yorkshire co-founder awarded honorary doctorate

Published: Thursday 28 July 2022

Space technology expert Mandy Ridyard has been awarded an honorary doctorate in engineering by the University of Bradford, following her transformative work with her award winning aerospace engineering business.

Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI develops system to combat air traffic cyber attacks

Published: Wednesday 13 July 2022

A team of Bradford researchers in the Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI has developed an AI-based system to combat cyber-attacks against aeroplanes and air traffic control.

Time for Bradford to reach for the stars, says donor

Published: Tuesday 12 April 2022

In September, the University of Bradford will launch the Renduchintala Centre for Space AI with its inaugural MSc Satellite Systems Engineering programme. Students will each be able to apply for a £10,000 scholarship.

University of Bradford has plans to launch a mini-satellite into space by 2023 

Published: Saturday 19 February 2022

Students enrolling on the University of Bradford’s new Renduchintala Centre for Space AI MSc Satellite Systems Engineering programme - due to launch in September 2022 - could benefit from £10,000-a-year scholarships and work with industry experts, including Airbus.