Preparing students
for a future in space
Welcome to Portal Space!
Portal Space is a student-led rocketry organization founded in 2020 at the University of Oslo — open to all students in Oslo with a passion for space, engineering, and innovation. In 2021, we made history by firing Norway’s first liquid rocket engine developed and built entirely by students. Our projects are developed for educational and scientific purposes, giving students the opportunity to apply theory in practice and contribute to meaningful space-related research.​
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Who We Are
We are a team of ambitious students working across disciplines to design, build, test, and launch liquid-fueled rockets — entirely from scratch. Our vision is to provide students with unparalleled hands-on experience, while pushing the boundaries of what student-led projects can achieve.
Through this work, we aim to equip our members with the skills, confidence, and real-world experience needed to take on the challenges of tomorrow’s space industry — and to prove that with the right mindset, students can build rockets.
Our values
Honesty and Authenticity
While we all strive to grow, it’s just as important to accept who we are—and show up as that person. At Portal Space, we recognize that everyone has strengths, weaknesses, and areas to improve. By being honest and authentic with ourselves and each other, we create a culture of trust, confidence, and safety — free from self-doubt and imposter syndrome. This is one of our highest values.
Driven by Ambition
Ambition is the fuel behind everything we do. Without the desire to achieve something greater, nothing moves forward. We’ve learned that bold goals inspire extraordinary effort. Aim high — because when you reach for the stars, even landing on the moon is a step closer to the future we’re building.
Execution over Ideas
Ideas are easy—execution is what counts. Talking about what you could do means nothing without action. At Portal Space, we value initiative and follow-through. Take your ideas and act on them quickly—because progress happens when you build, test, and learn.
Responsibility and Trust
We believe in trusting people to take ownership. As a member, you're given a clear and time-bound goal —how you reach it is up to you. With this freedom comes responsibility: deliver what you commit to, and trust that others will do the same. Our projects succeed because every member takes their role seriously and supports the team through accountability.
Make it in-house
At Portal Space, our vision is to prepare students for the challenges of the space industry. That’s why we don’t take the easiest path to reach our goals—we prioritize learning above all.
Whether it’s manufacturing or accounting, we believe the best way to grow is by doing. Instead of relying on off-the-shelf solutions, we invest in tools and build systems in-house whenever possible. This hands-on approach empowers our members to develop real skills through real experience.
Seen, Met, Heard, Respected, and Appreciated
We believe that people do their best work when they feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. This is especially true at Portal Space, where our members voluntarily tackle complex, ambitious challenges. Fostering a supportive and inclusive environment isn’t just important—it’s essential to everything we do.