Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Galaxies Category
£10,000 Cash Prize
Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Galaxies Category is a competition by Royal Museums Greenwich for students in Class 11–12, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 11–12
Fee
£10
Duration
Competition runs from January to March.
Format
Individual
Time needed
Varies based on the photographer's process for capturing and processing images.
About This Opportunity
The Astronomy Photographer of the Year, hosted by the Royal Museums Greenwich, is the world's most prestigious astrophotography competition. The Galaxies category invites photographers to capture awe-inspiring images of deep-space objects beyond our Milky Way, such as distant galaxies, galaxy clusters, and stellar associations.
This international competition is open to photographers aged 16 and over, from amateur enthusiasts to seasoned professionals. Key benefits for winners include substantial cash prizes, global recognition through a major exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in London, and significant media coverage, which can greatly enhance a photographer's career.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 11–12
- Age Range
- 16 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No specific academic requirements. Open to all photographers, including amateurs and professionals.
Prerequisites
- Access to a high-quality digital camera and telescope.
- Proficiency in image processing software for astrophotography.
Open to photographers worldwide, aged 16 and over. Both amateur and professional photographers are encouraged to participate. A passion for astronomy and photography is the primary requirement.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Photographs of deep-space objects beyond the Milky Way galaxy, including galaxies, galaxy clusters, and stellar associations.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
£10,000
The overall winner receives a grand prize of £10,000. The winner of the Galaxies category receives £1,500, with £500 for the runner-up and £250 for highly commended entries.
Prizes
Magazine Subscription
All winners receive a one-year subscription to BBC Sky at Night Magazine.
Recognition
International Recognition
Skills your child builds
Rounds & format
Single round submission.
How entries are judged
Images are judged by a panel of experts on their authenticity, aesthetic quality, and the technical skill demonstrated by the photographer. Originality and the ability to capture a unique or challenging celestial sight are also highly valued.
Selection process
A panel of expert judges from the worlds of astronomy and photography reviews all submissions. They select a winner, runner-up, and highly commended entry for each category, as well as the overall winner from the adult category winners.
How to apply
- 1Entries must be submitted online via the official competition website (apy.rmg.co.uk).
- 2A non-refundable entry fee of £10 is required for the adult competition.
- 3Entrants can submit up to ten images in total across all categories.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
A one-off, non-refundable entry fee of £10.00 is required for each entrant in the adult competition, which allows for the submission of up to 10 images across all categories.
Refund policy
The entry fee is non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
Is Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Galaxies Category free?
£10 registration
Who can participate in Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Galaxies Category?
Students in Class 11–12. children aged 16-18.
What will my child gain from Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Galaxies Category?
Overall winner receives a grand prize of £10,000.. Galaxies category winner receives £1,500.. Runners-up and highly commended entries receive cash prizes of £500 and £250, respectively.. Winning images are showcased in a prestigious exhibition at the National Maritime Museum.. Receive global media coverage and recognition in the astrophotography community.. All winners receive a one-year subscription to BBC Sky at Night Magazine..
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