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    Astronomy courses can help you learn how to explore celestial objects, understand cosmic phenomena, and study the structure and evolution of the universe.

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      New Space: Access to space - Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Production Process, New Product Development, Transportation Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Environment and Resource Management, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Engineering, Innovation, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Strategic Partnership, Emerging Technologies, Physics

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Physique des particules - une introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physical Science, Radiation Protection, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experience, Mechanics, Semiconductors, Calculus, Experimentation, Applied Mathematics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta

      Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Physical Science, Global Positioning Systems, Safety Assurance, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Of Measurement, Risk Control

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Space Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Accident Prevention, Safety and Security, Threat Management, Medical Science and Research, Continuous Monitoring, Physical Science, Environmental Monitoring, Risk Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Flight mechanics - The basis

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Physics, Systems Of Measurement

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

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      Rice University

      Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving, Scientific Visualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Física: Dimensión y Movimiento

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Graphing, Calculus, Systems Of Measurement, Mechanics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Digitalisation in Space Research

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Spatial Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Manufacturing Processes, Big Data, Data Storage, Data Processing, Automation, Technology Strategies, Technology Solutions

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Biology, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Physics, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Houston

      Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Houston

      A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Standard, Failure Analysis, Human Factors, Engineering Practices, World History, Safety Assurance, Timelines, Engineering

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • New Space: Access to space - Basics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Physique des particules - une introduction: University of Geneva
    • Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta : Universitat de Barcelona
    • Space Safety: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Flight mechanics - The basis: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields: Rice University
    • Física: Dimensión y Movimiento: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Digitalisation in Space Research: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico: Universidade de São Paulo

    Why Learn Astronomy?

    Astronomy is the scientific study of the universe beyond Earth, including stars, planets, galaxies, and black holes. It helps us understand the origins and mechanics of celestial bodies and the forces that shape space and time. Learning astronomy can spark curiosity, deepen scientific understanding, and connect you to the vastness of the cosmos.

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