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ASPHY 2301

Introduction to Astrophysics

Part of the YS Astrophysics Diploma Programme. A structured exploration of the universe for school and college students.

8

Sessions

16 hrs

Total Duration

Grade 9+

Eligibility

Online

& In-person

About This Course

ASPHY 2301 is an introduction to astrophysics designed for school and college students curious about the universe. It is the first required course in the YS Astrophysics Diploma Programme — a series of courses that together provide a comprehensive understanding of modern astrophysics.

The course is designed to be accessible to students with standard school-level physics — no advanced mathematics is required to start. It combines theory with visual demonstrations, video content, and problem-solving sessions.

The first batch of ASPHY 2301 has successfully completed the course.

What You'll Explore

  • → The scale of the universe — from atoms to superclusters
  • → Stars: formation, lifecycle, types and death
  • → Planets, moons, asteroids and the solar system
  • → Galaxies and their structure
  • → Black holes, neutron stars and exotic objects
  • → Light, spectra and how we observe the universe
  • → The Big Bang and cosmic evolution
  • → Current research and open questions

What You Get on Completion

✓ YS Certificate for ASPHY 2301
✓ Personalised Learning Report
✓ Unique Student ID
✓ Credit toward the YS Astrophysics Diploma
✓ Access to course video recordings
✓ Support from YS facilitators throughout

Enrol or Arrange a Batch

This course is available for individual enrolment or as a group batch for schools, colleges and community groups. Contact us to discuss scheduling and fees.

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