Embark on a cosmic adventure and unlock the mysteries of the universe with the Raffles Astronomy Club! If you've ever gazed up at the night sky in awe and wondered about the secrets it holds, this is the CCA for you.
At the Raffles Astronomy Club, we are passionate about exploring the vast expanse of space and unraveling its wonders. Whether you're an aspiring astrophysicist, an astrobiologist seeking life beyond Earth, or simply a curious stargazer, our club welcomes students from all backgrounds who share a common love for the cosmos.
Observing the stars in a city like Singapore may be a challenge, but we believe that with dedication and training, anyone can witness the celestial marvels that await us. Through engaging lectures, interactive workshops, and practical stargazing sessions, we equip our members with the skills to navigate the night sky and uncover its hidden treasures.
But our journey doesn't end there. The Raffles Astronomy Club offers exciting opportunities for you to showcase your astronomical expertise. Participate in inter-school competitions, where you can engage in friendly astronomical battles with other passionate enthusiasts. Additionally, our club regularly organizes outreach projects, allowing you to share your passion with the wider community.
Join the Raffles Astronomy Club and embark on an awe-inspiring quest to explore the universe. Expand your horizons, meet like-minded individuals, and discover the wonders that lie beyond our earthly realm. Let's reach for the stars together and make our astronomical dreams a reality!
2023
Astrochallenge 2023Annual astronomy competition jointly organised by the Astronomical Societies of National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological UniversityTeam Champion (Senior Category)Best Astronomer – Tong Yi Xuan Best ObservationMost Popular Poster10th Singapore Astronomy Olympiad1 Gold Award3 Silver Award1 Bronze Award2 Honorable Mention16th International Olympiad on Astronomy and AstrophysicsAstrigue 2023Astrigue is an annual beginner-level Astronomy competition that is organised by the Astronomy Club of Raffles Institution. It aims to provide a platform for secondary school students to interact and share their love for Astronomy through friendly competition. There are 4 components in this competition: the Amazing race – a mass competition including multiple games revolving around Astronomy, the Project round, the MCQ round and the Final round – where the top 5 teams with the highest average score from the project and MCQ rounds partake in a mini competition.Astronite 2023Astronite is an annual carnival where students who share the common passion for Astronomy come together to spread their appreciation of Astronomy to the community. The event aims to introduce Astronomy to the students from secondary schools and junior colleges through an array of interactive educational activities that are designed and executed by Astronomy club members from various schools. Activities conducted include stargazing, station games, craft stations and Kahoot quizzes that are Astronomy themed.
2022
Astrochallenge 2022
Annual astronomy competition jointly organised by the Astronomical Societies of National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University
Team Champion (Senior Category)
Best Astronomer – Liu Hao
9th Singapore Astronomy Olympiad
2 out of top 5 outstanding exceptional performances, including Gold Award
International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics 2022
1 Gold and 1 Silver medal
Astronite 2022
Astronomy-themed interactive games and stargazing session open to the whole school and other Astronomy Clubs in Singapore.
Astrigue 2022
Astronomy competition for secondary school students, organised in collaboration with HCI