What is so unique about this course?

This diploma program is truly one of a kind—not just in its content, but in the transformative impact it promises to deliver.

This is a unique course written by the Program Head in the much sought-after long form style. The content is interspersed with curated short videos and illustrations, this makes the powerful long form content even more engaging. To see syllabus topics, scroll down

Keywords: Astrophysics, Cosmology, Black Holes, Life in Space, Planetary Science, Space Exploration, Theory of Everything

What is the benefit of participating in this course?

This Deep Space Course equips you with the knowledge and insight to understand and appreciate the diverse realms of space science.

Here is the primary benefit, you will be able to appreciate space sciences and its role in your life, maybe you will work in the space sector (which is very likely) or maybe you will not, whichever it is, knowing about space will only benefit you, we are the children of the stars.

Your journey did not begin with your birthday, it began inside a point of infinite energy 13.7 billion years ago. As for the for worldly benefits, here they are;

1. You receive certificates with official IARF and related logos – the coveted IARF-ICUN courses have been offered since 2006 and are known for their high quality content, participants from IITs and IIMs and from across the globe have benefited by participating in these courses.

2. You boost your academic performance – (if you are a student, sure you will get more marks in your exams including the competitive exams).

3. You boost your career prospects – (just remember, space sector economy is already here and it is highly likely you will be working in something related to space)

4. The way the course is written, you will further improve as a person as you better appreciate the sheer vastness of it all and your significance in this 93 billion light years wide universe, there is a reason they say, “astronomy is a humbling and character-building experience.”

How do I participate?

To participate click on the Register Now button below,

Register Now – National | Register Now – International

Here are some important details about the course;

Fee for National Participants: ₹ 4999
Fee for SAARC & African Union Participants: same as National
Fee for Other International Participants: USD 99

Eligibility: Exposure to basics of science

Mode & Language: Online Course in English

How it works: On paying the fee, you will receive login credentials to access the course through our learning management system. After you have completed the course, you can take the online exam and download your certificate.

Optimal Learning Duration: The course is self-paced by its very structure, at a leisurely pace, participants take 2-3 months to complete the course.

Assessments: On successful submission of assignment work (attached to each chapter), the final exam (Multiple Choice Questions, MCQs) can be taken.

Grade Points: Grade Points will be awarded on the basis of assignment work and exam; the grading will be primarily based on the results of the final MCQ exam.

Forum: WhatsApp Channel (for academic updates only)

Certification & Awards: Participants will receive certificates with official logo and grade points will be awarded on the basis of their performance in assessments. Select participants will receive medals of honor

Course offered by: ICSC | IARF
Program Head: Pushkar Ganesh Vaidya, Head Scientist, IARF-ICSC

For any queries,
Email on space@iarf.res.in | Whatsapp on +91 70435 32767