About
It's hard to imagine something that's billions of years old. But the Universe is believed to be around 13 billion years old. So there's an endless amount of fascinating information to discover about planets, stars, comets, galaxies, meteors, asteroids and black holes, and so much more!
Start studying our Astronomy for Beginners course online today. Your friends and family will be astounded by your newfound knowledge of life and the universe.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: The Night Sky
- What is Astronomy?
- A brief history of Astronomy
- Branches of Astronomy
- Astronomical phenomena
- Basics of the Celestial Sphere
- Becoming an amateur sky watcher
- How to read the night sky
- Stargazing equipment
Module 2: The Moon And Planets
- Facts about the moon
- Lunar phases
- Observing the moon
- The planets of the solar system
- Planetary facts
- Identifying characteristics to observe planets
- Dwarf planets
Module 3: Meteors, Comets, And Asteroids
- Characteristics of meteors, comets, and asteroids
- Observing meteor showers
- Halley’s Comet and other famous cases
- Identifying “shooting stars” and other comets
- The dangers of Asteroids
- How to view evidence of asteroids in the night sky
Module 4: The Stars And Zodiac
- Facts about stars
- Star formation
- Star clusters and supernova
- Identifying the constellations
- The 13 Zodiac constellations
- Astronomy vs. Astrology
Module 5: A Greater Understanding Of The Universe
- Black holes
- The Milky Way
- Galaxies
- The Big Bang
- Extrasolar life forms
- Sighting mysterious activity in the night sky
Career
Who is this course for?
- Everyone who has ever looked up at the night sky and wondered about the stars! It doesn't matter if you've never looked through a telescope, all you need is your curiosity to be able to start learning about the stars
- People with a curiosity of the solar system and how the universe works
- Students who want to become further educated in how the acts of the universe impact life on Earth
Career path
After completing this course, you could:
- Explore an exciting career in astronomy
- Expand your scientific knowledge
- Host walks and talks on the sky at night
Certification
You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.
Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.
All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) and the The International Association of Private Career Colleges (www.iapcc.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.
Creator
IOA Original
This course is an exclusive offering from the International Open Academy (IOA). IOA Originals are thoughtfully crafted and developed either in-house by IOA or with complete ownership of production and distribution rights.
Our team of experts has worked diligently to create, write, and produce this course, ensuring it provides learners with a distinctive opportunity to access premium content on a wide range of diverse topics.
Introduction to Astronomy 
10627 Students. ICOES Accredited. IAPCC and CPD Certified.
10627 Students.
ICOES Accredited.
IAPCC and CPD Certified.
About
It's hard to imagine something that's billions of years old. But the Universe is believed to be around 13 billion years old. So there's an endless amount of fascinating information to discover about planets, stars, comets, galaxies, meteors, asteroids and black holes, and so much more!
Start studying our Astronomy for Beginners course online today. Your friends and family will be astounded by your newfound knowledge of life and the universe.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: The Night Sky
- What is Astronomy?
- A brief history of Astronomy
- Branches of Astronomy
- Astronomical phenomena
- Basics of the Celestial Sphere
- Becoming an amateur sky watcher
- How to read the night sky
- Stargazing equipment
Module 2: The Moon And Planets
- Facts about the moon
- Lunar phases
- Observing the moon
- The planets of the solar system
- Planetary facts
- Identifying characteristics to observe planets
- Dwarf planets
Module 3: Meteors, Comets, And Asteroids
- Characteristics of meteors, comets, and asteroids
- Observing meteor showers
- Halley’s Comet and other famous cases
- Identifying “shooting stars” and other comets
- The dangers of Asteroids
- How to view evidence of asteroids in the night sky
Module 4: The Stars And Zodiac
- Facts about stars
- Star formation
- Star clusters and supernova
- Identifying the constellations
- The 13 Zodiac constellations
- Astronomy vs. Astrology
Module 5: A Greater Understanding Of The Universe
- Black holes
- The Milky Way
- Galaxies
- The Big Bang
- Extrasolar life forms
- Sighting mysterious activity in the night sky
Career
Who is this course for?
- Everyone who has ever looked up at the night sky and wondered about the stars! It doesn't matter if you've never looked through a telescope, all you need is your curiosity to be able to start learning about the stars
- People with a curiosity of the solar system and how the universe works
- Students who want to become further educated in how the acts of the universe impact life on Earth
Career path
After completing this course, you could:
- Explore an exciting career in astronomy
- Expand your scientific knowledge
- Host walks and talks on the sky at night
Creator
IOA Original
Expertise:
Our team of experts has worked diligently to create, write, and produce this course, ensuring it provides learners with a distinctive opportunity to access premium content on a wide range of diverse topics.