Astronomy Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Astrophysics

12 ratings at edX

Learn about the physical phenomena at play in astronomical objects and link theoretical predictions to observations.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - General Relativity

Explore Einstein's revolutionary theory through fundamental principles, space-time warping, and compelling evidence including gravitational waves, time dilation, and black holes.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Microcredential

Pathway to Space

40 ratings at Coursera

Explore the cosmos, understand space exploration, and discover your role in the field through engaging lessons covering science, technology, culture, and the space industry.

• Coursera
• 16 weeks, 5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Our Place in the Cosmos

29 ratings at Coursera

Embark on a cosmic journey exploring our place in the universe, from Earth to distant galaxies. Discover space exploration methods, cutting-edge astrophysics, and the search for extraterrestrial life with expert scientists.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

12 ratings at Coursera

Explore advanced analytical mechanics for spacecraft dynamics, focusing on efficient equation development, energy-based methods, and variational techniques for systems with finite and infinite degrees of freedom.

• Coursera
• 1 day 8 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Getting There and Going Beyond

10 ratings at Coursera

Explore space through aeronautics, rockets, satellites, and human missions. Learn about spacecraft systems, orbits, and the challenges of human space exploration from experts and astronauts.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Edges of the Universe

2 reviews

Explore black hole entropy, string theory, and quantum gravity with insights from groundbreaking research on information storage in black holes and its implications for understanding the universe.

• World Science U
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

General Relativity

1 review

Course covers the basic principles of Einstein's general theory of relativity, differential geometry, experimental tests of general relativity, black holes, and cosmology.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Space-Time and Gravity

144 ratings at Udemy

Explore Einstein's Theory of Relativity and the universe's fundamental rules, from gravity's effect on space-time to black holes, with practical applications in GPS and space travel.

• Udemy
• 2 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Robotic Space Exploration

124 ratings at Udemy

Robotic Exploration of our Solar System: Flybys, Orbiters, Landers, Rovers, Penetrators & Satellites

• Udemy
• 2 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Space Exploration

27 ratings at Coursera

Explore European space activities, from Moon and Mars missions to technological challenges and commercial opportunities. Learn about ESA's strategy, transportation architectures, and the physiological aspects of long-term space missions.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

The Existential Crisis Playlist by Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

1 review

Explore existential questions and mind-bending scientific concepts through engaging animated videos covering topics from nuclear energy to the nature of reality and the fate of the universe.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Chandra Astrophysics Institute

1 review

Immersive year-long program offering hands-on astrophysics research experience using Chandra X-ray Observatory data. Develop skills in scientific investigation, technology, and collaboration while exploring various astronomical systems.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Introduction to Astro Physics

87 ratings at Udemy

Learn Black Holes, Astronomy, Cosmology, Modern Physics, Einstein's Special Theory, General Relativity, and Big Bang

• Udemy
• 5 hours 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Crewed Space Exploration

69 ratings at Udemy

Explore humanity's journey in space exploration, from Apollo missions to future Mars expeditions, covering spacecraft evolution, space station operations, and the challenges of human spaceflight.

• Udemy
• 2 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course