Course Created By, Edinburgh University-MOOC
Modern astronomy has made some astonishing discoveries - how stars burn and how black holes form; galaxies from the edge of the universe and killer rocks right next door; where the elements come from and how the expanding universe is accelerating. But how do we know all that? The truth is that astro... Read More
Modern astronomy has made some astonishing discoveries - how stars burn and how black holes form; galaxies from the edge of the universe and killer rocks right next door; where the elements come from and how the expanding universe is accelerating. But how do we know all that? The truth is that astronomy would be impossible without technology, and every advance in astronomy is really an advance in technology. But technology by itself is not enough. We have to apply it critically with a knowledge of physics to unlock the secrets of the Universe.
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The University of Edinburgh was founded in 1583. The university is one of Scotlands ancient universities and is said to be the sixth oldest university in t... Read More
The University of Edinburgh was founded in 1583. The university is one of Scotlands ancient universities and is said to be the sixth oldest university in the English-speaking world. It has five main campuses in the city of Edinburgh, with many of the buildings in the historic Old Town belonging to the University. The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336, VAT Registration Number GB 592 9507 00, and is acknowledged by the UK authorities as a “Recognised body” which has been granted degree awarding powers. The University of Edinburgh was founded in 1583. The university is one of Scotlands ancient universities and is said to be the sixth oldest university in the English-speaking world. It has five main campuses in the city of Edinburgh, with many of the buildings in the historic Old Town belonging to the University. The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336, VAT Registration Number GB 592 9507 00, and is acknowledged by the UK authorities as a “Recognised body” which has been granted degree awarding powers. Read Less
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