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      University of Manchester

      Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hydrology, Water Resources, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Biology, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Rochester

      Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Scientific Visualization, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Analyzing the Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Houston

      A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, International Relations, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Human Factors, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Safety Assurance, Engineering Practices

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      434 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Image Analysis, Data Storage, Computer Science, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment)

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, World History, Socioeconomics, European History, International Relations, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Economics, Governance

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      226 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Transacting Digital Assets with Multi-Party Computation and Confidential Space

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Blockchain, Identity and Access Management, Transaction Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Cryptography, Cloud Security

      Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Safety Standards, Physics, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      643 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Physical Science, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular space courses

    • Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes: University of Manchester
    • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester
    • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion: University of Colorado Boulder
    • A Brief History of Human Spaceflight: University of Houston
    • AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery: The University of Edinburgh
    • The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment): Universitat de Barcelona
    • Transacting Digital Assets with Multi-Party Computation and Confidential Space: Google Cloud
    • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
    • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen

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