Space Exploration Courses and Certifications

Centre national d'études spatiales (CNES)

MOOC Espace

Embarquez pour le MOOC CNES sur les activités du secteur spatial

• France Université Numerique
• 4 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Emergence of Life

105 ratings at Coursera

Explore Earth's 4-billion-year biological history through the Tree of Life, from primordial beginnings to modern diversity. Understand life's emergence, evolution, and potential existence elsewhere in the universe.

• Coursera
• 45 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Microcredential

Rocket Science 101

59 ratings at Coursera

Explore rocketry history, orbits, engines, and space missions. Analyze Hollywood's space travel depictions and discover real-world applications of rocket science.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

The Basics of Rocket Science

42 ratings at Coursera

Explore orbital dynamics, rocket engines, and space travel fundamentals. Learn about propulsion, Newton's laws, and future technologies like electric engines and Mars missions.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The History of Rocket Science

24 ratings at Coursera

Explore the evolution of rocket science from WWII to modern space exploration, covering key milestones like the V2 rocket, Apollo 11, space shuttles, and commercial space ventures.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Rocket Science in Everyday Life

14 ratings at Coursera

Explore rocket science's impact on daily life, from weather prediction to space exploration. Learn about NASA, satellites, planetary missions, and how movies portray scientific concepts.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Virtual Escape Room: The Final Frontier (Team Building)

606 ratings at CourseHorse

Embark on an immersive cosmic adventure with your team as you work together to solve riddles, puzzles, and challenges to escape the room and explore the depths of space.

• CourseHorse
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

500 ratings at Coursera

An introduction to modern astronomy's most important questions. The four sections of the course are Planets and Life in The Universe; The Life of Stars; Galaxies and Their Environments; The History of The Universe.

• Coursera
• 11 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

The Universe and Space Stuff - Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

4 reviews

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
• On-Demand
• Free Video

A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

436 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
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Microcredential

Pathway to Space

39 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

University of Arizona

Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

145 ratings at Coursera

Explore Earth's systems, climate change, and future challenges through Biosphere 2 research. Gain insights on ecosystems, water cycles, space exploration, and sustainable solutions for our planet's future.

• Coursera
• 1 day 4 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Business, Politics, Policy, & Players of Space Programs

10 ratings at Coursera

Explore the business, politics, and key players shaping space programs. Gain insights into funding, governance, entrepreneurship, and real-world applications of space technology and exploration.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 58 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