Astronomy

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The Discovery of the Higgs Boson (FutureLearn) FutureLearn
University of Edinburgh

The Discovery of the Higgs Boson (FutureLearn)

Embark on an exciting journey through the world of particle physics with 'The Discovery of the Higgs Boson'. This course takes you to the heart of the action at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider where scientists recently confirmed the existence of a new fundamental particle – the Higgs boson. Learn why this discovery is so significant and how it helps us understand the universe's most basic building blocks.

Self Paced
5-12 Weeks
Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy (Coursera) Coursera
University of Rochester

Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy (Coursera)

Embark on a journey through the cosmos with 'Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy'. This course offers an engaging introduction to some of modern astronomy's most intriguing questions. From the potential for life beyond our planet to the lifecycle of stars and the evolution of galaxies, this course is designed to captivate your curiosity about the universe.

Oct 26th 2026
4 Weeks
Moons (FutureLearn) FutureLearn
The Open University

Moons (FutureLearn)

Dive into the captivating realm of moons with 'Moons', an online course offered by FutureLearn. This course takes you on a journey through our Solar System's diverse lunar landscape, examining their unique features, potential habitability, and the intriguing question of whether we should send humans back to our Moon or explore others.

Self Paced
5-12 Weeks
Super-Earths And Life (edX) EdX
HarvardX,Harvard University

Super-Earths And Life (edX)

Dive into 'Super-Earths And Life', an edX course that unravels the secrets of Earth's life-sustaining conditions and extends this exploration to the vast universe. Learn about super-Earths, their potential habitability, and our quest for extraterrestrial life. This course is perfect for anyone fascinated by astrobiology, planetary science, or the search for life beyond our solar system.

Self Paced
Self-Paced
In the Night Sky: Orion (FutureLearn) FutureLearn
The Open University

In the Night Sky: Orion (FutureLearn)

Embark on a celestial journey with 'In the Night Sky: Orion', an enlightening online course designed to transform your understanding of the cosmos. Learn about the stories woven into the stars, the science behind what you see in the night sky, and how to locate the mighty constellation of Orion. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just curious about the stars, this course will guide you through the wonders of our universe.

Self Paced
4 Weeks
文物精品与文化中国:天文与医药 | Relics of Chinese History - Part 2: Astronomy and Medicine (edX) EdX
Tsinghua University,TsinghuaX

文物精品与文化中国:天文与医药 | Relics of Chinese History - Part 2: Astronomy and Medicine (edX)

Embark on a journey through time as you explore the fascinating world of ancient China, guided by its most precious relics. This course, 'Relics of Chinese History - Part 2: Astronomy and Medicine,' uncovers how celestial navigation and medical advancements shaped one of the world's oldest civilizations.

Self Paced
Self-Paced
Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico (Coursera) Coursera
Universidade de São Paulo, Brasil

Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico (Coursera)

Explorando os fundamentos do surgimento da vida, o curso 'Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico' oferece uma jornada através das últimas descobertas científicas. Este curso desenvolvido pela Universidade de São Paulo mergulha nos mistérios da origem da vida na Terra e em potenciais planetas habitáveis do universo.

Oct 26th 2026
4 Weeks
Big History - From the Big Bang until Today (Coursera) Coursera
University of Amsterdam

Big History - From the Big Bang until Today (Coursera)

Embark on an extraordinary journey through time with 'Big History - From the Big Bang until Today.' This unique course, offered by the University of Amsterdam, takes you from the very beginning of our universe to the present day. Led by renowned scientists and scholars, this course provides a holistic understanding of how everything around us has evolved over billions of years.

Oct 26th 2026
4 Weeks
The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017 (Coursera) Coursera
University of Colorado Boulder

The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017 (Coursera)

Experience the awe-inspiring phenomenon of a total eclipse with 'The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017' course. Delve into the science behind these celestial events, exploring the solar corona, prominences, and their profound effects on Earth and its inhabitants. This course is perfect for astronomy enthusiasts, educators, and anyone fascinated by the wonders of our universe.

Oct 26th 2026
5-12 Weeks