Astronomy

Group 4 school-based syllabus subject
Assessments from 2017 to Present

Description

Astronomy is the study of the universe and its contents outside of Earth's atmosphere. It includes the examination of the positions, motions, and properties of celestial objects. Astronomy is one of the oldest sciences, and it has been practiced by ancient civilizations. The course is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the universe and the methods used to study it. The course covers a wide range of topics, including the history of astronomy, the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology. The course also includes the study of the tools and techniques used by astronomers to observe and interpret the universe. The course is designed to be accessible to students with no prior knowledge of astronomy, and it is suitable for students who are interested in learning more about the universe and how it works. The course is designed to be engaging and interactive, with a focus on hands-on activities and real-world examples. The course is designed to help students develop critical thinking skills and to encourage them to ask questions and seek answers about the universe and their place in it.

Past Syllabuses

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Astronomy is offered only at the SL level

Paper 1

Weight: 30%

/ 30

Paper 2

Weight: 50%

/ 40

IA: Indvidiual Investigation

Weight: 20%

/ 30

Predicted Grade
50
Predicted Mark
Using the undefined grade boundary
0
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Historical Grade Boundaries

Astronomy is offered only at the SL level
Historical Grade Boundaries Graph for
SL Astronomy
SL Astronomy
Boundary* Markband
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M24 TZ0 0122332435465

*Timezone 0 (Worldwide)

*Timezone 1 (North America, South America)

*Timezone 2 (Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, Oceania)

NOTE: N20, M21, N21, M22, N22 grade boundaries were artificially low due to COVID. There were also

NOTE: Beware of using outdated grade boundaries. Many subjects have since updated their syllabus.