SatKit, a comprehensive, hands-on CubeSat learning platform, transforms satellite engineering into a practical and accessible learning experience for students from middle school through university.
The idea stemmed from the recognition that students in the region often graduate with strong theoretical knowledge but limited practical experience in building real satellite systems, creating a skills gap for national space programs.
SatKit includes functional and modular subsystems—simulating a real CubeSat at the scale of a single module—such as a command and data processing system, an electrical power system, and a communications system.
Students assemble hardware, integrate electronics, and conduct mission simulations through structured workshops and a learning management system. This process allows them to learn about the entire satellite lifecycle: design, integration, testing, and operation.
SatKit offers high-quality engineering training at an affordable and scalable cost, while building practical skills that extend beyond the space sector to include electronics, programming, embedded systems, and systems engineering.
SatKit is currently deployed in several countries across the Middle East and North Africa, having served over 1,750 students, preparing them for careers in advanced technology and providing a unified talent pathway within the high-tech environment.
Its future plans include global expansion, the integration of advanced AI-powered learning tools, and the introduction of a "Build to Launch" pathway for high-achieving students.