The GCSE Astronomy masterclass utilises the in depth subject knowledge of our staff and unique learning environments, along with a range of interesting hands on activities to bring a day of intensive curriculum based learning for your GCSE Astronomy students. 

From focused questioning using the unique exhibits in the galleries, to fast-paced intensive classroom sessions, the day can be tailored to any topic, age group and ability range.

Particular use is made of our planetarium allowing us to discuss in great detail constellations and co-ordinate systems.

Topics covered include:

• Co-ordinate systems

• Multi-spectral astronomy

• The scale of the Universe

• Parallax

• Stellar evolution

• Comets and meteors

• Magnitudes, Cepheid variables and other light curves

• Big Bang Theory

• Kepler’s laws

• Exoplanets, the Drake equation and life in the Universe

Please note that Astronomy masterclasses are generall run on a Monday, allowing your students EXCLUSIVE access to the National Space Centre and planetarium.