This series of discussions and practical sessions will introduce participants to the fascinating universe of astronomy as a popular leisure activity. Students will become familiar with observing a wide variety of interesting objects and navigating the night sky using our eyes, binoculars or a small telescope. No equipment is required except a notebook and pen. These sessions assume little or no previous knowledge and will provide a sound foundation of basic knowledge and observing experience.

William Joyce has created and presented introductory, intermediate and advanced astronomy and planetary science talks and short courses over many years, for schools, the public, college and university students, and is actively involved with space-related outreach events.

These talks and courses include a mix of key concepts and cutting-edge discoveries covering a variety of fascinating topics, presented in engaging, up-to-date, easily understood sessions with plenty of interactive discussions.

William Joyce

BSc, BSc, MSc, CPhys, MInstP.