Course Description



Astronomy – “12 Steps to the Moon”

Tutor: Mr. John Flannery of the Irish Astronomical Society. (John is one of the best known figures in amateur astronomy in Ireland. He has lectured, broadcast and written extensively on the topic of Astronomy.

The Moon is our companion world in space and is the biggest and brightest object we can view in the night sky. There is an aura of mystery around its waxing and waning during the month, along with the myths and lore woven by many peoples. The Moon is also strongly represented in popular culture such as in works of art and music, along with the interest around supermoons.

This course will explore the many facets of the Moon under the following topics, along with a sprinkling of other astronomical sights to look for:

The Moon and its characteristics (general introduction);

The Moon’s many motions (phases and movement on the sky);

Observing the Moon – Part 1 (the Moon by eye and binoculars);

The romance of the Moon (in the Arts);

More on lunar motions;

The Moon, Myth and Mystery (folklore);

Observing the Moon – Part 2 (further features to see);

Blood Moons and Dark Suns (eclipses);

The Moon in History (perception and mapping);

Exploration of the Moon (spaceflight);

Observing the Moon – Part 3 (The Moon as a world);

Wrap up and going further

Each session will outline a current feature of the night sky.
There will be additional speakers that will contribute on particular subjects during the course.

Further details

Registration for this course can be done by:

  • Payment through website – PayPal
  • Calling the office on 01 8735879 and you have the option to pay by card over the phone,
  • Posting enrolment form along with cheque/Postal Order (made payable to The Peoples College) or Cash, to Congress House, 31/32 Parnell Square, Dublin 1
  • Payment can also be made in the office before the class commences for the term.

There will be additional speakers that will contribute on particular subjects during the course.


College Name People\\\’s College for Continuing Education and Training
Course Category Astronomy, Science & the Built Environment
Course Type Classroom Based
Course Location Dublin, Ireland
Location Postcode Dublin 1
Course Start Date 26th September 2023
Course End Date 23rd January 2024
Course Fee 140 for twelve classes
Course Duration 12 weeks
Course Times Day: Tuesday Time : 6.30pm - 7.45pm
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