Astronomy Courses and Certifications

Analyzing the Universe

6 ratings

Explore x-ray astronomy using NASA satellite data to uncover cosmic mysteries like neutron stars, black holes, and supernovae. Analyze energy spectra and time series data with DS9 imaging tool.

• Coursera
• 22 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Space Medicine

786 ratings at Coursera

Explore medical challenges of space travel, from hypoxia to radiation exposure. Learn how doctors and engineers collaborate to ensure human health beyond Earth's atmosphere.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Imagining Other Earths

417 ratings at Coursera

Explore astronomy, biology, and planetary science to speculate about extraterrestrial life. Invent solar systems and learn about habitable zones, exoplanets, and the search for technologically advanced civilizations.

• Coursera
• 26 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Archaeoastronomy

8 ratings

Explore ancient cultures' understanding of celestial phenomena and their integration into architecture, power structures, and daily life across different civilizations.

• Polimi OPEN KNOWLEDGE
• 8 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

From Chemistry to Life

5 ratings

To look for evidence of life on other planets, we have to adapt what we know about chemistry on Earth to aid our search. Astronomer Dimitar Sasselov explains how we can use what we already know to search for alien life in this Master Class.

• World Science U
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

The Evolving Universe

841 ratings at Coursera

This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major constituents, including planetary systems, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, larger structures, and the universe as a whole.

• Coursera
• 66 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

University of Arizona

Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

526 ratings at Coursera

Explore the search for extraterrestrial life, exoplanet discoveries, and habitability factors in this multidisciplinary journey through astrobiology, equipping you with knowledge to assess the likelihood of life beyond Earth.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

The Universe and Space Stuff - Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

4 ratings

Kurzgesagt's YouTube channel focuses on minimalist animated educational content, using the flat design style. All our space related videos.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

438 ratings at Coursera

Explore humanity's journey to the stars, from ancient dreams to modern space stations. Discover key milestones, technological breakthroughs, and international collaborations in spaceflight history.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017

69 ratings at Coursera

Explore the science of the Sun and prepare for the 2017 total solar eclipse. Learn about solar physics, light, and safe viewing techniques for this rare astronomical event.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Diversity of Exoplanets

38 ratings at Coursera

Explore exoplanet detection methods, statistical properties, and atmospheric characteristics. Gain insights into astrophysics fundamentals and participate in citizen science projects.

• Coursera
• 16 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

History and Mysteries of the Universe

2 ratings

Max Tegmark, cosmologist and Professor of Physics at MIT, delivers a comprehensive look at the study of our universe, examining both the origin of our cosmos and the infinite questions waiting to be answered.

• World Science U
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

New Space: Access to space - Basics

56 ratings at Coursera

Entenda os desafios tecnológicos e estratégicos do NewSpace, explorando inovações, atores privados e sustentabilidade no acesso ao espaço, com foco em análise de missões, design de foguetes e tecnologias disruptivas.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Astrum

NASA's Stunning Discoveries on Jupiter's Largest Moons - Our Solar System's Moons

1 rating

Explore Jupiter's Galilean moons: Io's volcanism, Europa's icy ocean, Ganymede's magnetic field, and Callisto's ancient surface. Uncover NASA's groundbreaking discoveries about these fascinating worlds.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ostara: Equinox Celebration of Light (Live Online)

35 ratings at CourseHorse

Celebrate the arrival of spring and the balance of light and darkness during the spring equinox.

• CourseHorse
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $30.00