Cert HE Planetary Science with Astronomy (Certificate in Higher Education) at Birkbeck, University of London

Our Certificate in Higher Education in Planetary Science with Astronomy offers you a broad introduction to the study of other planets and their wider astronomical context. It includes an introduction to Earth’s geology, the geology of other planets and moons in the solar system, and the prospects of finding life on other planets.

Faculty: School of Natural Sciences  |  Duration: Two years part-time, on campus; Two years part-time, online  |  Study mode: part-time, online option  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will gain in-depth knowledge of subjects ranging from geology to astronomy and astrobiology including: knowledge of the key principles of planetary science and astronomy understanding of the astronomical context of the solar system and how this knowledge has been obtained understanding of the processes involved in the geological evolution of the Earth and the other planets and their moons knowledge of the ongoing search for life elsewhere in the universe. You must complete modules worth a total of 120 credits. Compulsory modules include Earth as a Planet, Foundations of Astronomy, Introduction to Planetary Science and Space Exploration.

Career pathways

You will also have gained experience in: the interpretation of scientific data, the critical assessment of hypotheses.

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