The Night Sky Course

Join astronomer Paul Curnow for a 10-week introductory astronomy course at the Adelaide Planetarium.

Ever wondered how astronomers find their way around the night sky? Come and learn how to find the different constellations (patterns) in the sky and learn about the mythology related to them. Learn about the nine planets (including Pluto) in our solar system and some of the moons orbiting them. Discover the history behind astronomy and how early astronomers worked out the distances to stars, the magnitude of stars and more about the deep sky wonders of our galaxy.

Learn about purchasing your first telescope and the best places to view the night sky. This is one of the few courses in the world that has access to a planetarium as a teaching tool.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON TUESDAY 2 FEBRUARY DUE TO THE ADELAIDE PLANETARIUM HOSTING THE ANNUAL PLANETARIUM CONFERENCE. THE FINAL CLASS OF THE COURSE WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY 23 MARCH.

This course is intended for adult beginners. Participants must be aged 16 or over.

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.