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Start learning archaeoastronomy / skyscape archaeology today. Accessible courses, expert teachers, and timeless questions: how and why did ancient people build structures that align with the sun, moon, and stars?

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Full Programme

A 15-month training programme for those interested in going deeper and becoming archaeoastronomers or skyscape archaeologists. Includes all the weekend courses, five extra drop-in seminars, an exclusive course in December and other perks. No prior knowledge of astronomy or archaeology needed.

Jan 2026 – Apr 2027

£1599 £2000

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Introduction

A general introduction to archaeoastronomy, covering a range of astronomical topics and worldwide archaeological sites that relate to celestial objects: from Stonehenge to Polynesia, from the American Southwest to Ancient China. No prior knowledge of astronomy or archaeology needed.

Jan 31 – 1 Feb 2026

£149

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Foundations

This course will teach the fundamental concepts and methods that underlie most archaeoastronomical work. At the end of this weekend you will be able to measure simple architectural features and check whether they align to the sun, as well as understand ~90% of published archaeoastronomical research.

Apr 11-12 2026

£299 £350

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Fieldwork & Analysis

This course will delve deep into the nuances of fieldwork and data analysis. Learn how to overcome the challenges of measuring different types of structures, and how to identify celestial objects that align with your structure. Attendees will be expected to already understand the essential concepts and methods of archaeoastronomy to take full advantage of this course.

Jun 13-14 2026

£299 £350

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History & Theory

The history of archaeoastronomy, its relationship to archaeology and esotericism, and the evolution of its theory are the focus of this course. You will learn everything from antiquarian speculations to the birth of archaeology, from the first use of a computer to assess alignments to the latest interpretations. No prior knowledge of astronomy or archaeology needed.

Sep 12-13 2026

£299 £350

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Advanced Topics

This course will focus on more advanced topics such as lunar standstills, star phasing, planetary alignments, statistical testing, building strong arguments for alignments, and the thorny issue of interpretation. Attendees will be expected to already understand the essential concepts and methods of archaeoastronomy to take full advantage of this course.

Nov 7-8 2026

£299 £350

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I’m delighted to see The Skyscape Academy making this fascinating field more widely accessible. The courses led by Fabio and Erica bring the study of ancient skies alive with clarity, enthusiasm, and solid scholarship.
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Prof Clive Ruggles University of Leicester
The Skyscape Academy is doing something very important: creating a space where learners can engage thoughtfully with the skies of the past. Fabio and Erica make the subject both approachable and inspiring.
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Dr Amanda ChadburnUniversity of Oxford
Erica Ellingson and Fabio Silva combine practical experience and cultural insight on behalf of anyone who wants to understand how our ancestors dealt with the sky and why it mattered to them. The Skyscape Academy turns the sky into an accessible landscape.
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Prof E.C. KruppGriffith Observatory
About Us

Learn Archaeoastronomy / Skyscape Archaeology from the experts

At the Skyscape Academy you will explore humanity’s oldest dialogue – between earth and sky – with teachers that have combined 30+ years of experience teaching on this subject.

You don’t need to know any astronomy, archaeology or archaeoastronomy to learn about how ancient sites aligned with the sun, moon or stars.

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