Astronomy – Exploring the Cosmos

Astronomy is one of the oldest sciences in history with its origins dating as back as 6000 years ago! It is not just about looking at the stars and planets in joy, but about understanding nature and our place in this vast and endless cosmos. This course offers an enthralling journey into the universe, exploring the fundamentals of astronomy and humanity’s ever-evolving understanding of the cosmos. The course takes you from the history of Astronomy to the modern understanding of the universe, through the lives of the pioneers who built the foundations for modern astronomy, through activities using real-time data collection and actual astronomical calculations. It explores even the most basic, yet fundamental concepts such as time and navigation. Take a journey through the galaxy to the very origins of the universe itself and expand your understanding of the cosmos!