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    Physics courses can help you learn how matter, energy, and forces interact—providing a foundation for understanding motion, electricity, waves, and the universe itself.

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      University of Michigan

      Extended Reality for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Storyboarding, Unreal Engine, User Experience, User Experience Design, Virtual Environment, Interaction Design, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Unity Engine, Human Centered Design, Design, Conceptual Design, Prototyping, Cross Platform Development, Application Development, Emerging Technologies, Technology Solutions

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      First Order Optical System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, System Configuration, Physics, Medical Imaging

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      Duke University

      The Brain and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Spatial Analysis, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Psychology, Image Analysis, Anatomy, Biology, Physics, General Science and Research

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

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      École Polytechnique

      Quantum Optics 1 : Single Photons

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Cryptography, Quantitative Research, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Applied Mathematics

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Jupyter, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Calculus, Linear Algebra

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      386 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Density Functional Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Chemistry, Physics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Electrodynamics: Electric and Magnetic Fields

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Physics, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Calculus

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Vector Calculus for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Geometry, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Derivatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Geneva

      Chemical Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Testing, Biology, Chemistry, Scientific Visualization, Medical Imaging, Laboratory Equipment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Julia Scientific Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Box Plots, Statistical Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Data Import/Export, Jupyter, Epidemiology, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Plot (Graphics), Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Data Processing, Research

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

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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Scientific Methods, Computational Logic, Artificial Intelligence, Physics, Theoretical Computer Science, Physical Science, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Computer Science, Psychology, Chemistry, General Mathematics, Ancient History, Science and Research, Mechanics, European History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Extended Reality for Everybody: University of Michigan
    • First Order Optical System Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Brain and Space: Duke University
    • Quantum Optics 1 : Single Photons: École Polytechnique
    • Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
    • Electrodynamics: Electric and Magnetic Fields: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Vector Calculus for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • Julia Scientific Programming: University of Cape Town

    Why Learn Physics?

    Physics is the study of matter, energy, and the fundamental forces that shape the universe—from motion and gravity to electricity and quantum mechanics. It underpins innovations in engineering, technology, and environmental science. Learning physics can deepen your understanding of how the world works and support problem-solving across science and tech fields.

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