Skill Course in Observational Astronomy (Online Theory + Offline Practicals)

🌌 Skill Course in Observational Astronomy

A 3-Month Journey Through the Stars

(Online Theory + Offline Practical with Telescopes)

🚀 Starts: 03 August 2025, 7 PM

Every Sunday | 2-Hour Online Sessions (10 Weeks)

Followed by 3 Hands-On Practical Nights at Our Observatory

🌠 What You’ll Experience:

• Master the art of night sky observation
• Mount and operate professional telescopes
• Hunt deep sky objects like galaxies and nebulae
• Capture stunning astrophotography using DSLR, phone, and mounts
• Collect and process real astronomical data
• Decode the sky map and celestial coordinate system
• And so much more!

🛠 Format:

• Online Sessions (Aug–Oct): Sundays, 7 PM–9 PM
• Offline Practical (Oct–Nov): On-field nights under the stars near Mumbai

👥 Who Can Join?

• No science background needed
• Open to anyone aged 14+ (Age 8–14 with parent’s permission)
• Perfect for students, hobbyists, professionals, or anyone curious about the cosmos

💡 Why This Course?

Observational Astronomy is more than just stargazing. It’s about understanding and documenting the universe. Whether it’s tracking moon phases or photographing distant galaxies, you'll gain real skills and hands-on experience using powerful telescopes. And no, no complex math involved—just pure observation, practical learning, and cosmic curiosity.

💸 Fees:

• ₹4999/- Full Course (Online + Practical + Expert Guidance)
• ₹4499/- Early Bird Offer for First 10 Students

Food, stay, and travel for on-field sessions not included—kept separate to ensure fairness.

📍 Offline Location: Observatory on the outskirts of Mumbai

Join this unique experience where you don’t just gaze at stars—you understand them.

Explore the sky like never before. Become an Observational Astronomer.