Burunh Program for Cultural & Indigenous Astronomy

Understanding the complexity of the universe and our place in the cosmos merits research from both scientific and cultural perspectives. It is also critical to secure our view of the cosmos, which is being gradually erased by the glow of light pollution. Our comprehensive program in Cultural & Indigenous Astronomy at the University of Melbourne combines world-class teaching, research, public programs, professional development, and community engagement in the interdisciplinary fields of Indigenous astronomy, archaeoastronomy, astrosociology, dark sky studies, geomythology, social studies of outer space, the philosophy of science, and the history of astronomy.​