This Catalyst article investigates possible careers in astronomy and space science. It provides some information on a number of academic courses leading to an exciting career in astronomy; the article also lists places to visit for those with general interest in astronomy.

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Since ancient times, humans have gazed at the stars and tried to understand the night sky. This process continues today with observations still made by the naked eye but also with sophisticated telescopes and instruments that look at infra-red, ultraviolet, microwave and other wavelengths. This collection contains...

A 100 metres football field could serve as a venue to compare distances in our Solar System. Hopefully, this exercise from ESA will add perspective to the vastness of our part of the Universe and to the learning of astronomy.

Part of a series of books which provide science projects for children to carry out by themselves. Each project helps them to learn the answers to a scientific question by following fully-illustrated, step-by-step...

Part of a series of books which provide science projects for children to carry out by themselves. Each project helps them to learn the answers to a scientific question by following fully-illustrated, step-by-step...

This is a survey of world astronomy before the invention of the telescope. It examines what observations were made, what instruments were used, the effect of developments in mathematics and measurement, and early...

'Astronomy double helix science kit' is a comprehensive science experiment kit which includes a full colour booklet, detailing...

'Astronomy for GCSE' has guided many students through the astronomical material in the National Curriculum since it was first published in 1990. It is now reissued in a second, updated edition, incorporating new...

Featuring updated star maps, charts, and an insert with full-color photographs, 'Astronomy For dummies' provides an easy-to-follow introduction to the night sky. This new edition also gives readers the latest...

In 'Astronomy for every kid' readers will learn about the constellations using a shoe box planetarium. They will chart the movement of the stars with nothing but a string, a marker, and a nail. And they will use a...

Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet reviews British astronomy and space science. It includes articles on discoveries and achievements of UK scientists, current projects, plans for the future, careers information, and advice for schools and students. Topics include: * The electromagnetic...

This item is one of over 25,000 physical resources available from the Resources Collection. The Archive Collection covers over 50 years of curriculum development in the STEM subjects. The Contemporary Collection includes all the latest publications from UK educational publishers.

This manual presents in-depth information about all the practical aspects of astronomy. Written with style and enthusiasm by a dedicated amateur and extensively illustrated, it applies the Haynes approach to a...

This journal is one of over 25,000 physical resources available from the Resources Collection. The Archive Collection covers over 50 years of curriculum development in the STEM subjects. The Contemporary Collection includes the latest publications from UK educational publishers.

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