Perth Observatory: Talks & Lectures

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Huge range of topics - Catering to all abilities and needs

Perth Observatory astronomers regularly deliver presentations on a wide range of astronomical topics ranging from basic astronomy to university-level cosmology.

A talk at Perth Observatory

We enjoy sharing our knowledge and can tailor our computer-based presentations to that appropriate to the audience.

Perth Observatory astronomers are professionals so you are assured of a quality presentation, based on the latest research, and, we can provide expert answers to all your astronomy questions.

We can also provide extended astronomy courses.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL - phone 9293 8255.

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Teachers

Our talks covers virtually any topic in the Curriculum Framework Science Learning Outcomes for EARTH and BEYOND, and also addresses some outcomes for WORKING SCIENTIFICALLY.

Observatory staff demonstrating the operation of an internet telescope

Furthermore, our talks can be tailored to Learning Development phases from early childhood through to late adolescence.

University Courses

Currently we are delivering Astronomy 201 and Astronomy 402 (radio astronomy) at Curtin University and Earth and Beyond at UWA.

Annual Summer Lecture

Each summer, Perth Observatory endeavours to provide a public lecture by an eminent astronomer. Further details are given on the summer lecture page.