Astro Course
Astronomy Observation Course equips physics educators and professionals with practical skills to bridge theoretical concepts in gravity, stellar physics, and data analysis with real-world night sky observations, basic measurements, and observatory projects, delivering research-quality outcomes for effective teaching and outreach.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a focused, hands-on approach to mastering stars, planets, and the night sky via actual observations and data analysis. Participants will cover orbits, luminosity, spectra, celestial coordinates, telescope handling, imaging techniques, and introductory photometry using reliable online catalogues and software. You will also learn to create engaging student activities, evaluate progress with straightforward techniques, and lead confident small-group observatory sessions.
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Develop skills
- Plan effective observatory sessions by selecting targets and timing around moon phases and sky conditions.
- Conduct small-telescope laboratory sessions, including guiding measurements, record-keeping, and basic uncertainty estimation.
- Analyse authentic astronomical data such as light curves, introductory photometry, and error assessments.
- Utilise professional astronomy resources like Gaia, AAVSO, SIMBAD, FITS viewers, and ephemerides.
- Develop and evaluate outreach activities with tailored exercises, assessment rubrics, and concise concept checks.
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