Stars & Planets Course

In this course, you will be taken on a grand tour covering a range of core astronomy topics – stars, planets, galaxies and the cosmos. You'll learn the methods and instruments both professional and amateur astronomers use to probe the night sky. In a series of nine sessions, learn how to identify constellations and planets in the night sky, tour the planets close up and see why they are so different from one another. Then off to interstellar space to learn of the variety of stars and how they are formed, then beyond to the wider cosmos of galaxies, black holes and other exotic phenomena. You will also how learn your telescope works and even how to make a simple educational spectroscope, the indispensable instrument astronomers use to decipher the physical nature and dimensions of the universe.

Astronomy Lecturer - Martin Lewicki

For ages 16+

Bookings essential

Important notes:

Please arrive 10-15mins prior to session commencement to register and be seated comfortably.

Parking in P6 carpark or along University Boulevard, is free of charge after 6pm weekdays.

NO food or drink is permitted inside the Planetarium.