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Introduction to Astronomy

Level 4 Endorsed Advanced Certificate | 120 CPD Points I Exam & Tutor Support | 24x7 Instant Access| 97% Flash Sale


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Offer ends 31 May 2024
Study method
Online
Duration
445 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
12 months
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
120 CPD hours / points
Achievement
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Is there life on other planets? What exactly are black holes? Are asteroids hazardous? You'll find out once you enrol in this Introduction to Astronomy course.

Our Introduction to Astronomy course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme, ensuring your newly acquired skills will enhance your professional development. The course is also accredited by CPD.

"The space between us and the stars is the same as the space between you and your dreams."

-Amy Poehler

NASA defines astronomy as the study of stars, planets, and space. Astronomy is the study of the universe. It is a fascinating, exciting, and all-encompassing field that can take you on a journey through space, time, and even your mind. We hope you'll join us on this journey!

Why should you take this course?

- You want to learn about astronomy but don't know where to start.

- You want to learn about astronomy, and you want it to be fun and engaging.

Learning Outcome of this Introduction to Astronomy course

  • Learn how to observe the night sky without a telescope.
  • Get started with stargazing.
  • Discover how the night sky works.
  • Understand how to differentiate a star from a planet.
  • Find out about light pollution and finding your dark sky.
  • Use apps and maps to know what you are looking at.
  • Learn what to consider when buying your first telescope

Why People Enrol From One Education:

  • Eligibility for an Endorsed certificate upon successful completion of this course
  • Learning materials of our course contains engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort
  • Get 24/7 access to all course content for a full year
  • Complete this course at your own pace
  • Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
  • Efficient assessments and instant results upon completion of our course

Achievement

CPD

120 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

How is the Course assessed?

To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.

When all tests have been successfully passed, you will be able to order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.

Certificate of Achievement

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

After successfully completing the course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their achievement. Hardcopy of this certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme can be ordered and received straight to your home by post, by paying —

  • Within the UK: £89
  • International: £89 + £10 (postal charge) = £99

CPD Accredited Certification from One Education

After successfully completing this course, you will qualify for the CPD accredited certificate from One Education, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in both PDF & hardcopy format, which can be received by paying —

  • PDF Certificate: £9
  • Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
  • Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25

Who is this course for?

  • Stargazers who want to know a little bit more about how to observe the night sky.
  • Anyone getting started with astronomy.
  • Anyone who wants to discover the wonders of the sky without a telescope
  • People who want to buy their first telescope.

Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites to enrol in this course. Anyone and everyone can take this course.

Career path

  • Astronomy researcher (£30,000 - £50,000 per year)
  • Science journalist (£25,000 - £45,000 per year)
  • Aerospace engineer (£30,000 - £70,000 per year)
  • Data analyst (£25,000 - £50,000 per year)
  • Planetarium coordinator (£20,000 - £40,000 per year)
  • Science teacher (£24,000 - £40,000 per year)
  • Astrophysicist (£30,000 - £70,000 per year)

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.