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Lunar Academy

Name: Lunar Academy
Start: 2025-07-30T06:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-09-10T09:00:00.000Z
Location: Sydney Observatory

Program

Lunar Academy at Sydney Observatory is a new after school learning program for Year 10 and 11 students interested in further studies of astrophysics and astronomy.

The seven week program, produced by Powerhouse Academy at Sydney Observatory, will connect students with industry experts in the areas of Sky Country, navigation, astrography and observational astronomy.

Students will explore the Southern Sky through advanced scientific and cultural perspectives and learn to operate the Observatory’s telescopes.

To apply, please complete the Expression of Interest form by 5pm Monday 16 June 2025. Applicants will be notified via email by Wednesday 25 June. Successful applicants will be required to register and pay the program fee of $180.

Students will be placed into the Wednesday or Thursday stream based on preference, with each stream limited to 20 students.