Intermediate Astrophysics and Data Science

Module code: PA2601

From the birth and evolution of stars to the future of Earth's climate, this module explores two of the most important scientific challenges of our time. You'll discover how physicists investigate distant galaxies and monitor our changing planet using observations, models and data, gaining insight into systems that operate across vastly different scales.

Topics include:

• Stellar evolution and the lifecycle of stars
• Galaxies and the large-scale structure of the Universe
• Astronomical observations and their physical interpretation
• Databases and scientific data management
• SQL and data querying techniques
• Data ethics, integrity and responsible use of data