PHSI 170: Sun, Earth and Universe

Summer School

This course progresses in a largely descriptive way through the essentials of our understanding of the Sun-Earth system, and its place in the wider Universe. Lecture topics include ancient, classical, and modern astronomy, stellar evolution, supernovae, black holes, cosmology, and the exploration of the solar system. Special topics will be included, such as: "The size and age of the universe", "The search for extra-terrestrial intelligence",  and "What would be the effect of a large meteor impact on the Earth?" The importance of historical aspects and the progressive development of ideas will be emphasised, with a minimum of mathematics. This course is intended for students who have an interest in a broad education. We aim to facilitate a continuing interest in Astronomy and space exploration.

Prerequisites: None

Restrictions: None

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