Planetary Exploration with Astronomy and Astrobiology

Birkbeck, University of London

This is an exciting time to study planetary science. New data is being returned by spacecraft throughout the solar system and there is considerable scientific interest in the possibility of life elsewhere in the universe. Our BSc Planetary Exploration with Astronomy and Astrobiology offers you a broad introduction to planetary science and exploration, including the geological, astronomical and astrobiological aspects.You will study subjects ranging from astronomy and astrobiology to geophysics and remote sensing. You will develop skills in the manipulation of scientific data and critical assessment of scientific hypotheses and experience actual scientific research during project work. On completion of this planetary exploration degree you will have gained:knowledge of the key principles of planetary exploration and the history of space explorationunderstanding of the astronomical context of the solar system and how this knowledge has been obtainedunderstanding of the processes involved in the geological evolution of the Earth and the other planets and their moons.Start Date: October 2023 Duration: Three years