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The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux
Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 1RN
Herstmonceux
Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 1RN
Tel: 01323 832731
Fax: 01323 832741
Fax: 01323 832741
Evening Courses
Courses for 2013
All courses for 2012 have either been completed or have already started. However, if you are looking to book onto a course in 2013 we will be running the same 4 courses PLUS a brand new Intermediate Astronomy course which begins in February.
Would you like to learn how to recognize the constellations and navigate your way around the night sky? Would you like to learn more about cosmology, the solar system or life in the Universe? Would you like to learn how to take some amazing images of celestial objects? Are you beyond the beginner stage but are still looking to further your knowledge? The Science Centre is running 4 different courses in 2013 to try and answer these questions and much more.
STAR SEARCH (spring and autumn)
ASTRONOMY FOR BEGINNERS.
ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY
*NEW* for 2013 FURTHER ASTRONOMY
Booking is essential for all courses.
See How to Book
All courses for 2012 have either been completed or have already started. However, if you are looking to book onto a course in 2013 we will be running the same 4 courses PLUS a brand new Intermediate Astronomy course which begins in February.
Would you like to learn how to recognize the constellations and navigate your way around the night sky? Would you like to learn more about cosmology, the solar system or life in the Universe? Would you like to learn how to take some amazing images of celestial objects? Are you beyond the beginner stage but are still looking to further your knowledge? The Science Centre is running 4 different courses in 2013 to try and answer these questions and much more.
STAR SEARCH (spring and autumn)
ASTRONOMY FOR BEGINNERS.
ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY
*NEW* for 2013 FURTHER ASTRONOMY
Booking is essential for all courses.
See How to Book
*NEW* Further Astronomy
A six week course for intermediates
This six-week course builds on the foundation provided by introductory courses and aims to provide a good overview of modern astronomy by describing how scientific methods are used to discover the kinds of astronomical objects that exist and how and why they evolve throughout their lives.
Topics covered include observational techniques over the whole electromagnetic spectrum, telescopes, detectors and spectroscopy, mapping the sky, coordinate systems and distance scales, observations of stars, how we learn about the structure, energy sources and the lives of stars, the space between the stars and our Galaxy, observations of the distribution and various types of ordinary and active galaxies, and a description of the modern cosmos and the origin of the Universe.
The course focuses on modern results and observations and on understanding the basic science behind how we know what we know or think we know about astronomy and how various objects fit together into a modern description of processes operating in the Universe. No previous science or maths knowledge is required and the course presents modern astronomical ideas while remaining well within school level science.
Cost for 6 lectures is £75
Course lecturer: William Joyce
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early! We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
A six week course for intermediates
This six-week course builds on the foundation provided by introductory courses and aims to provide a good overview of modern astronomy by describing how scientific methods are used to discover the kinds of astronomical objects that exist and how and why they evolve throughout their lives.
Topics covered include observational techniques over the whole electromagnetic spectrum, telescopes, detectors and spectroscopy, mapping the sky, coordinate systems and distance scales, observations of stars, how we learn about the structure, energy sources and the lives of stars, the space between the stars and our Galaxy, observations of the distribution and various types of ordinary and active galaxies, and a description of the modern cosmos and the origin of the Universe.
The course focuses on modern results and observations and on understanding the basic science behind how we know what we know or think we know about astronomy and how various objects fit together into a modern description of processes operating in the Universe. No previous science or maths knowledge is required and the course presents modern astronomical ideas while remaining well within school level science.
| Time: | 7.30pm - 9.30pm |
| Dates: | February 5th - March 12th (Tuesdays) |
Cost for 6 lectures is £75
Course lecturer: William Joyce
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early! We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
Star Search
Two four week courses held in Spring and Autumn
These courses are designed to look at the whole sky using the naked eye. They will help you recognise the most prominent constellations so you can use them to navigate your way around the night sky. In ancient times many stories were attached to the constellations and we will explore some of these mythologies. You will learn about the Moon and planets and there will be a brief introduction to some deeper sky objects that are often spotted through binoculars. You will also learn how to use a planisphere and star maps. We recommend that you bring a red light torch if you have one and wrap up warmly.
The course is partly classroom based but it is hoped that, weather permitting, there will be plently of opportunity to translate what has been learned indoors to the actual night sky on clear evenings.
The Centre’s shop sells planispheres and many useful guides to the night sky and will be open on each evening.
Cost of one 4-week course is £55
Course lecturer: Dr. Sandra Voss
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early!
We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
Two four week courses held in Spring and Autumn
These courses are designed to look at the whole sky using the naked eye. They will help you recognise the most prominent constellations so you can use them to navigate your way around the night sky. In ancient times many stories were attached to the constellations and we will explore some of these mythologies. You will learn about the Moon and planets and there will be a brief introduction to some deeper sky objects that are often spotted through binoculars. You will also learn how to use a planisphere and star maps. We recommend that you bring a red light torch if you have one and wrap up warmly.
The course is partly classroom based but it is hoped that, weather permitting, there will be plently of opportunity to translate what has been learned indoors to the actual night sky on clear evenings.
The Centre’s shop sells planispheres and many useful guides to the night sky and will be open on each evening.
| Time: | 7.30pm-9.30pm |
| Spring: | March 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th (Wednesdays) |
| Autumn: | October 10th. 17th, 24th & 31st (Thursdays) |
Cost of one 4-week course is £55
Course lecturer: Dr. Sandra Voss
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early!
We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
Astronomy for Beginners
A Twelve week course for beginners (with the option of one extra 13th week!)
This course is suitable for those with little or no knowledge of the subject. During the course you will be introduced to the basic techniques used in astronomy and construct your own simple telescope. You will learn about the solar system, our place in the Universe, comets and meteorites. You will be introduced to cosmology, life and death of stars, time and its importance in astronomy and discuss life in the Universe. The course also includes a lecture on and visit to the Space Geodesy Facility where they track satellites using powerful lasers. This course is also designed so that you can take advantage of the Centre's historic telescopes. Viewing is of course weather permitting and due to the nature of the course content it may also not be possible because of time constraints. However, if the weather is good there should be plenty of opportunities for you to look through a large telescope during the 13 weeks.
Cost for 12 lectures is £130 (NO extra charge for the 13th lecture on 10th December)
Course lecturers: Steve Pizzey, Dr. Sandra Voss, Dr. Roger Wood, William Joyce and Victoria Smith (SGF).
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early! We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
A Twelve week course for beginners (with the option of one extra 13th week!)
This course is suitable for those with little or no knowledge of the subject. During the course you will be introduced to the basic techniques used in astronomy and construct your own simple telescope. You will learn about the solar system, our place in the Universe, comets and meteorites. You will be introduced to cosmology, life and death of stars, time and its importance in astronomy and discuss life in the Universe. The course also includes a lecture on and visit to the Space Geodesy Facility where they track satellites using powerful lasers. This course is also designed so that you can take advantage of the Centre's historic telescopes. Viewing is of course weather permitting and due to the nature of the course content it may also not be possible because of time constraints. However, if the weather is good there should be plenty of opportunities for you to look through a large telescope during the 13 weeks.
| Time: | 7.30pm - 9.30pm |
| Dates: | September 17th - December 3rd (Tuesdays) |
Cost for 12 lectures is £130 (NO extra charge for the 13th lecture on 10th December)
Course lecturers: Steve Pizzey, Dr. Sandra Voss, Dr. Roger Wood, William Joyce and Victoria Smith (SGF).
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early! We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
Astrophotography
A four week course for beginners
Presented by our resident astro-imager, this course will introduce you to the world of Astrophotography. Learn how to capture and process images of the Moon, planets, nebulae and distant galaxies using webcams and digital SLRs.
Cost for one 4-week course is £75
Course lecturer: Richie Jarvis.
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early!
We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
A four week course for beginners
Presented by our resident astro-imager, this course will introduce you to the world of Astrophotography. Learn how to capture and process images of the Moon, planets, nebulae and distant galaxies using webcams and digital SLRs.
| Time: | 8.00pm - 10.00pm |
| Dates: | September 16th - 30th and October 7th (Mondays) |
Cost for one 4-week course is £75
Course lecturer: Richie Jarvis.
Numbers are limited to 25 people per course so book early!
We recommend warm clothing for all evening courses and a red light torch if you have one.
Booking is essential for all courses
How to Book
To make a booking you can telephone and reserve your place using a credit or debit card. Alternatively download, print and complete a Booking Form (found at the top of this page) and send it to the address below with your cheque made payable to Science Projects Ltd. Please check availability by phoning The Centre before sending in a booking form.
If you are sending a Booking Form and / or cheque, please post to:
The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux
East Sussex
BN27 1RN
Please make cheques payable to Science Projects Ltd
How to Book
To make a booking you can telephone and reserve your place using a credit or debit card. Alternatively download, print and complete a Booking Form (found at the top of this page) and send it to the address below with your cheque made payable to Science Projects Ltd. Please check availability by phoning The Centre before sending in a booking form.
If you are sending a Booking Form and / or cheque, please post to:
The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux
East Sussex
BN27 1RN
Please make cheques payable to Science Projects Ltd
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Telephone: 01323 832731
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