This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major constituents, including planetary systems, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, larger structures, and the universe as a whole.
The Evolving Universe
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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AH
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2015
Took this professor's course in Galaxies and Cosmology which was for 2nd year physics majors. I think this course is a more general course for non-physics-majors. Excellent course!
AB
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2021
Thank you Prof. Djorgovski. For a school student like me, this course was an exposure to the fascinating world of astrophysics, which I plan to pursue while at college.
SA
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
it was highly educational and it helped me to gain more knowledge in astronomy, with which i qualified as world finalist for the international astronomy and astrophysics competition!
