BIUST-MPG African Astronomy School 2023

The BIUST-MPG African Astronomy School 2023 (BMAAS 2023) is a two-week residential astronomy school for around 30 graduate and advanced undergraduate students starting astronomy research in Africa. The programme teaches topics in astronomy, astrophysics and space science with a mix of lectures, hands-on activities, night-time observations and outreach training. The school includes social events and a weekend day trip and is hosted at the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) in Palapye, Botswana.

Two weeks of course instruction, night-time observations with small telescopes, accommodation and meals on campus, social events and a weekend day trip; possible travel support for grant recipients.

Targeted primarily at Masters and starting PhD students; promising advanced (Honours) Bachelor students are also welcome. Applicants must be registered at an African university for a course in astronomy, (astro)physics or a closely related field.

Apply via the online application system by registering and uploading required PDF documents (application form, CV, proof of registration, transcripts, one academic reference). The system collects referees' emails and requests letters automatically.