Courses
Astronomy Courses
Astronomy Self-Learning Course
We are all interested in astronomy, which is really why we are here on this website! And yes, we have always wanted to learn more, but either it wasn’t the right time, or there were other commitments or it was too far … or all of the above.
Duration: 3 weeks
Ages: 8+
Fee: AED 500
Introduction to Astronomy
Learn the basics about our Night Sky, Stars, Planets, and the Universe! Gain confidence in your knowledge about astronomy and feel more curious than ever about exploring our wonderful universe!
Duration: 4 hours
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 500
The Practical Astronomy Course
Astronomy is the branch of natural science that studies the elements of the universe including galaxies, planets, the Solar System, celestial objects, stars, outer space phenomena, and more. This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy.
Duration: 3 days
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 1,000
Physics of Telescopes Course
We will go deep inside and understand the laws of physics that govern the optics and make telescopes work for us. We will use many equations with examples to actually see these laws making sense to us. This course will also include the practical use of various telescope designs.
Duration: 4 hours
Ages: 12+
Fee: AED 500
Astrophotography Courses
Planetary Astrophotography
In this course, we’ll teach you how to photograph the planets, including what equipment you’ll need, how to get set up, tips, tricks and techniques. Mainly focusing on which camera is suited for planetary photography and the lucky imaging technique.
Duration: 4 hours
Ages: 11+
Fee: AED 600
Pure DSLR Astrophotography
A 3-day astrophotography training program! Learn how to use a DSLR camera to capture amazing pictures of the night sky. The program is 3 days long, where 2 days will be online through video call and 1 day will be a trip to a dark location to photograph the night sky.
Duration: 3 days
Ages: 12+
Fee: AED 1,200
Astrophotography: Tracking & Telescopes
This course will help you take your astrophotography to the next step. Learn how to track the night sky and how to use a telescope!
Duration: 3 days
Ages: 12+
Fee: AED 1,500
Crash Courses
Telescope Training Crash Course
1 – 2 hour crash course that will help you learn all the basics about telescopes, the types of telescopes, how to set them up, and align them. If you have an already existing telescope and you don’t know how to use it, this course is also meant to help you.
Duration: 1 - 2 hours
Ages: 8+
Fee: AED 300
Meteorite Crash Course
1 – 2 hour crash course that will help you learn all the basics about Meteorites. This course is a guide to space treasures i.e. meteorites. This course is designed to help you distinguish and differentiate meteorites and meteorWRONGs.
Duration: 1 - 2 hours
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 150
3D Printing Crash Course
1 – 2 hour crash course that will help you learn all the basics about 3D printing. The course includes informative instructor-led in-person lecture, demo of a variety of production-scale 3D printed objects, and engaging hands-on exercises.
Duration: 1 - 2 hours
Ages: 8+
Fee: AED 200
Paper Modeling Crash Course
1-hour crash course that will help you learn all the basics about Paper Modeling. Cut, Fold, & Glue your way to some amazing 3D paper models. Known as Papercraft, this new art form is becoming all the rage! Numbered templates are cut and folded, and then puzzle like glued together. The results are amazing 3D models made entirely of paper.