Astronomy: a gentle introduction

A leisurely walk through back garden astronomy: learning how to find your way around the constellations, whether to buy a telescope, how to find planets and look safely at the sun. Find out why astronomy is good for you.

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Key course information

Dates
20/05/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £47^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HS005

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Astronomy as an interest and stimulus to the mind and imagination.

What topics will we cover?

Night sky
Solar system
Stars, nebulae, galaxies…
Exoplanets, telescopes, questions, answers, things to do
The programme is flexible and may include unexpected news items.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- recognise a few more constellations
- be able to make a scale model of the Solar System
- pick out planet(s) in the night sky
- decide whether to purchase equipment e.g. binoculars, telescope
- broadly outline the scale of the universe and its contents
- identify books to buy; societies to join; courses to take.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

A Gentle Introduction.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The presentation will be enhanced by questions from and discussions with students.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring a pen and paper.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. By asking and answering questions and taking part in class discussion.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. Course evaluation forms. Informal feedback will be welcome.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Cosmology and Stairway to the stars: a history of astronomy.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

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During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

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