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

4 to 360 hours of flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What Will I Learn?
This course provides a focused, hands-on journey into stars, planets, and the night sky using actual observations and data analysis. Participants will master orbital mechanics, stellar luminosity, spectra analysis, celestial navigation, telescope handling, imaging techniques, and introductory photometry, leveraging reliable online databases and software. Additionally, learn to create engaging student activities, evaluate progress with straightforward assessments, and lead effective small-scale observatory sessions.
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Develop Skills
- Plan observatory sessions by selecting targets and timing based on lunar and sky conditions.
- Conduct small-telescope laboratories, guiding data measurements, logging, and uncertainty estimation.
- Analyse authentic astronomical data including light curves, basic photometry, and error verification.
- Utilise professional astronomy resources such as Gaia, AAVSO, SIMBAD, FITS viewers, and ephemerides.
- Develop and evaluate outreach programmes with tailored activities, assessment rubrics, and concept quizzes.
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