Certificate in Introductory Astronomy
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Certificate
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 60 credits
Description
Please note that this Certificate in Introductory Astronomy is only available until 31 December 2011. In order to claim your qualification you must have completed the required 60 credits by this time. If you have not already obtained 20 credits of collaborative study it is now too late to do so.
If you have any questions about your eligibility for this qualification please contact the Credit, Qualifications and Ceremonies Centre on +44(0) 1908 653003 or by email.
The Certificate provides a wide ranging introduction to astronomy and is awarded for successful completion of 60 credits of modules drawn from the lists below, offered by The Open University and previously offered by the University of Manchester.
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
On completion
On successful completion of the required modules you will be awarded a Certificate in Introductory Astronomy from The Open University.
Fees 2012
See fees and funding options for study from September 2012.
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An undergraduate qualification.
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