Mars Exploration Courses and Certifications

NASA Astrobiology

From Deep-Sea Treasure Diving to Exploring the Surface of Mars

Dive into Mars exploration with NASA's former Lead Scientist, covering missions, astrobiology, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Gain insights from decades of space science experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

UW Astrobiology

Exploring Jezero Crater with Mastcam-Z - NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover

Discover Mars' geology through Perseverance rover's Mastcam-Z observations in Jezero crater. Explore ancient lake habitability, sample collection, and implications for Mars' history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

From the Surface of Mars to the Ocean of Enceladus - EELS Robot and Risk-Aware Adaptive Autonomy

1 review

Exploring extreme environments with EELS robot: From Mars rovers to searching for alien life in Enceladus' ocean using risk-aware adaptive autonomy and versatile robotic hardware.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Becoming a NASA Engineer - Career Insights and Advice

Insights from NASA Engineer Dr. Elizabeth Jens on her career journey, challenges, and advice for aspiring space professionals, including networking tips and balancing ambitions.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Life on Mars

1 review

Discover our neighbouring planet, Mars, and delve into the missions and mysteries surrounding life on the planet.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Microcredential

Life on Mars, Earth and Beyond with Dr Louisa Preston

1 review

Explore astrobiology, Earth's uniqueness, Mars missions, icy moons, exoplanets, and humanity's future in space. Discover the search for extraterrestrial life and potential space colonization.

• FutureLearn
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Why We Search for Life on Mars

Explore Mars' potential for past and present life through NASA rover missions. Learn about ongoing research, sample return plans, and how Earth's knowledge informs Mars exploration.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Life in the Universe

Explore the origins of life, its evolution, and the search for extraterrestrial life in our solar system and beyond.

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Schools Tune Into Mars

Explore Mars missions using NASA's InSight data. Learn to teach complex scientific concepts through interdisciplinary approaches, making space exploration accessible and engaging for STEM students.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Ten Months of Perseverance - Jezero Science

Exploring Perseverance's discoveries on Mars: Jezero crater floor, Séítah geologic unit, and future plans for the ancient river delta. Insights into Mars' geological history and potential for past life.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

AGU

The Future of Lunar and Mars Exploration

Explore Apollo's legacy and NASA's Artemis program for lunar return, examining lunar samples, solar system formation, and future Mars exploration.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Europlanet

Chasing the Devil - What Dust Devils on Earth Tell Us About Mars

Explore dust devils on Earth and Mars, their formation, characteristics, and impact on planetary atmospheres. Learn about field research methods and equipment used in studying these phenomena.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Why We Need to Go Back to Mars

Planetary scientist Joel Levine presents intriguing discoveries about Mars, including ice-filled craters and ancient ocean traces, making a compelling case for further exploration to uncover potential past life.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Life on Mars? Let's Look in the Caves

Explore the possibility of Martian life hidden in caves with scientist Penelope Boston, who discusses search strategies and the intriguing potential for underground alien lifeforms.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Socratica

Astronomy

Explore celestial bodies, Mars, and Kepler's Laws in this comprehensive journey through our Universe, covering neutron stars, black holes, and astronomical measurements.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video