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Astrophysics Courses

Astrophysics courses can help you learn about celestial mechanics, the behavior of light, and the evolution of stars and galaxies. You can build skills in data analysis, mathematical modeling, and observational techniques to interpret astronomical phenomena. Many courses introduce tools like telescopes and software for simulating cosmic events, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios such as analyzing light curves or mapping cosmic structures.


Popular Astrophysics Courses and Certifications


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    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment grand

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Scientific Methods, electromagnetics, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Scientific Visualization, Safety Assurance, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling

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    École Polytechnique

    Les deux infinis et nous

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Radiation Therapy, Physical Science, Radiology, Biomedical Technology, General Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Research, Energy and Utilities, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Innovation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Nanjing University

    走进天文学

    Skills you'll gain: General Science and Research, Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Mechanics, electromagnetics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Simulations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Differential Equations, Physical Science, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Peking University

    电磁学上——恒定电场

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electric Power Systems, Physical Science, Scientific Methods

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Applied Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Flight Mechanics - Anemobarometry

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

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Chemistry, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, High Voltage, Laboratory Equipment, electromagnetics, Radiation Protection, Experimentation, General Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    电磁学下——恒磁场与时变电磁场

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Les deux infinis et nous - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Semiconductors, Physics, Radiology, Materials science, Radiography, Electronics, Radiation Therapy, Science and Research, Physical Science, Energy and Utilities, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Vers l'infiniment grand: École Polytechnique
  • The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Les deux infinis et nous: École Polytechnique
  • 走进天文学: Nanjing University
  • Question Reality: Matter: Dartmouth College
  • Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • 电磁学上——恒定电场: Peking University
  • Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Flight Mechanics - Anemobarometry: ISAE-SUPAERO
  • Vers l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique

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