JUNIOR ASTRONOMER'S SPACE CLUB
From Curiosity to Cosmos, A Structured Journey Into Astronomy
Building India’s Next Generation of Astronomers, One Milestone at a Time
The Junior Astronomer’s Space Club is CSTERC’s flagship school programme — a progressive, tiered learning path that takes students from foundational astronomy concepts to real scientific research and collaborative space-mission projects.
From foundational telescope building workshops and moon mapping to asteroid discovery in partnership with NASA IASC and mentored lunar-habitat research.
- Mission & Values
The Opportunity.
The Junior Astronomer’s Space Club is CSTERC’s flagship school programme, a progressive, tiered learning path that takes students from foundational astronomy concepts to real scientific research and collaborative space-mission projects. Each tier builds on the last, culminating in recognized certifications from national and international bodies, including a direct partnership pathway with NASA’s International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC).
- Key Highlights
Why schools keep it running, year after year
✦ Delivered directly on-campus at your institution
✦ Structured pedagogy spanning from 3 months to next-gen research
✦ Student-driven capstone projects & hardware engineering
✦ Exclusive e-meets with scientists for advanced students
- Format & Duration
Delivered on-campus at partner schools / institutions, progressing across three sequential tiers (3 months → 6 months → Next-Gen).
- Who It's For
Schools and students (Grades 6-12) & Undergraduate students looking for a structured, credential-backed pathway into astronomy, from first-time learners to advanced students ready for mentorship-driven space mission projects.
- CBSE
- STATE BOARD
- MATRICULATION
Built for every board alike — one curriculum, every classroom.
- Side by side
Programme Structure — Three Progressive Tiers
Every feature, every certificate, every milestone — laid out clearly.
| Tier | Duration | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Month Junior Astronomer Programme | 3 Months | Foundational astronomy & space science |
| 6-Month Junior Astronomer Programme | 6 Months | Advanced research, IASC asteroid search, Rocketry, Moon research |
| Next-Gen Astronomers Programme | 6 Months | Team-based mission design with scientist mentorship |
- Programme Details
Choose your tier. Start the journey.
Three progressive tiers. Scale from foundational knowledge to real-world mission design and international research.
- Tier 1
3-Month Astronomer
₹3,999
+ 18% GST per student
Minimum of 30 students required
What Students Learn:
✓ Basics of Astronomy
✓ Space Science & Technology sessions
✓ Telescope Construction Workshop
✓ Galaxy Classification Programme
Moon Mapping
✓ Sky Observation Techniques
✓ A Special Project (student-driven capstone)
Recognition
Students complete with a Course Completion Ceremony, receiving a Certificate of Completion along with select national and international level certificates.
- Tier 2
6-Month Astronomer
₹5,999
+ 18% GST per student
Minimum of 30 students required
What Students Learn:
✓ Everything in 3-Month, plus
✓ Asteroid Research Programme, in partnership with IASC (NASA-affiliated)*(special certificate issued)*
✓ Model Rocket Development Workshop
✓ Moon Regolith Research
✓ Final Special Project
Recognition
Completes with a Graduation Ceremony & Certificate, plus national/international certificates including a special certificate from IASC (NASA-partnered).
- Tier 3
Next-Gen Astronomers
Project-Based Pricing
Eligibility:
Holds Completion Certificate from 3-Month or 6-Month Programme.
What Students Learn:
Grouped into teams of 5 to design and build real space-mission-inspired projects:
✓ Scale models of space missions
✓ Lunar habitat concepts
✓ Payload modules
Signature Opportunity:
Teams get exclusive e-meet sessions with nationally and internationally renowned scientists and engineers for guidance and mentorship.
Recognition
Course Completion Certificate alongside participation in at least one national or international programme.
- Tier 1
3-Month Astronomer
₹3,999
+ 18% GST per student
Minimum of 30 students required
What Students Learn:
✓ Basics of Astronomy
✓ Space Science & Technology sessions
✓ Telescope Construction Workshop
✓ Galaxy Classification Programme
Moon Mapping
✓ Sky Observation Techniques
✓ A Special Project (student-driven capstone)
Recognition
Students complete with a Course Completion Ceremony, receiving a Certificate of Completion along with select national and international level certificates.
- Tier 2
6-Month Astronomer
₹5,999
+ 18% GST per student
Minimum of 30 students required
What Students Learn:
✓ Everything in 3-Month, plus
✓ Asteroid Research Programme, in partnership with IASC (NASA-affiliated)*(special certificate issued)*
✓ Model Rocket Development Workshop
✓ Moon Regolith Research
✓ Final Special Project
Recognition
Completes with a Graduation Ceremony & Certificate, plus national/international certificates including a special certificate from IASC (NASA-partnered).
- Tier 3
Next-Gen Astronomers
Project-Based Pricing
Eligibility:
Holds Completion Certificate from 3-Month or 6-Month Programme.
What Students Learn:
Grouped into teams of 5 to design and build real space-mission-inspired projects:
✓ Scale models of space missions
✓ Lunar habitat concepts
✓ Payload modules
Signature Opportunity:
Teams get exclusive e-meet sessions with nationally and internationally renowned scientists and engineers for guidance and mentorship.
Recognition
Course Completion Certificate alongside participation in at least one national or international programme.
- Ready When You Are
Bring the Junior Astronomer's Space Club to Your School
start your students’ journey from classroom to cosmos.
