The essentials of astronomy, Short Course | University of Cambridge | Cambridge, United Kingdom
3 days
Duration
380 GBP/full
380 GBP/full
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About

The essentials of astronomy course offered by University of Cambridge will explore the way modern astronomers go about observing our Universe.

Overview

What you will study

The essentials of astronomy course offered by University of Cambridge will discuss subjects from radio waves through optical and infrared.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

  • rapidly-spinning neutron stars
  • distant galaxies
  • stellar nurseries
  • dark matter
  • gravitational waves
  • violent supermassive black holes

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 3 days

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Our weekend courses are open to participants over the age of 18 and courses are taught at approximately first-year undergraduate level. No academic qualifications are required and most courses are suitable for students who are new to the subject. Please ensure that you complete any required reading listed in your course materials before the course starts to enable you to fully participate and get the maximum enjoyment out of your course. 
  • If your first language is not English, you will need to satisfy yourself that you have the required near-native command of the language to get the maximum benefit from studying with us. 

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    380 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 380 GBP for the full programme during 3 days.
  • National

    380 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 380 GBP for the full programme during 3 days.

Living costs for Cambridge

846 - 1465 GBP /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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