Space Travel Courses and Certifications

The Royal Institution

What Does the Future of Space Travel Look Like? - With Chris Impey

Explore the past, present, and future of space travel with astronomer Chris Impey. From early milestones to private sector efforts and potential colonization, discover the exciting possibilities of human space exploration.

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

Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences

Practicalities of Orbital Space Travel

Explore the practicalities of orbital space travel with Dr. Charles Simonyi, a high-tech pioneer and space traveler. Gain insights into the realities of space exploration from his firsthand experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NDC Conferences

Space Flight in 2024: The Future of Civilian Space Travel

Explore the future of civilian space travel, from potential orbital hotels to lunar resorts, examining costs, developments, and the transformative impact on humanity's journey beyond Earth.

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

Life in Our Universe

59 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Peer into the exciting new field of astrobiology and learn what science knows about one of the most fundamental questions of all time: Is there life elsewhere in the universe?

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

How Science Shapes Science Fiction

26 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

From rocket science and exoplanet ecology to time travel and alien encounters, dive into the real scientific principles that inspire and support great science fiction stories.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Professor Dave Explains

Science for Common Folk

Debunk myths and explore fascinating scientific topics with easy-to-understand explanations on space travel, brain function, renewable energy, and more.

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

World Science Festival

What It Takes to Boldly Go

Astronauts discuss the challenges, experiences, and future of space exploration, from Apollo 11 to Mars missions, covering technical, psychological, and philosophical aspects of human spaceflight.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

World Science Festival

To the Moon, Mars, and Beyond - The Next Step in Space Exploration

Explore the Artemis mission and its role in future lunar and Mars expeditions with NASA's Thomas Zurbuchen and MIT's Dava Newman, moderated by Brian Greene. Discover the latest in space exploration advancements.

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

GOTO Conferences

The Future of Flight

Explore the future of flight with Anita Sengupta as she discusses innovative technologies, including hydrogen-powered aircraft and interplanetary travel, revolutionizing aerospace engineering and space exploration.

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

NDC Conferences

Space in the 2020's

Explore the potential for civilian space travel in the 2020s, including orbital hotels, lunar resorts, and beyond. Discover the latest developments and their impact on humanity's future.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Royal Institution

It's Rocket Science!

Explosive journey through rocket science principles, from basic concepts to moon missions. Packed with live demonstrations, combustions, and a roaring hybrid rocket engine for an engaging family experience.

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

TEDx

The Fourth State of Matter - Plasma

Discover plasma, the fourth state of matter, through interactive experiments. Learn its crucial role in modern technology, from smartphones to space travel, presented by rocket scientist Christine Charles.

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

TED

SpaceX's Plan to Fly You Across the Globe in 30 Minutes

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell discusses the company's ambitious projects, including orbital human spaceflight, the BFR rocket for Mars missions, and potential Earth-to-Earth space travel, highlighting SpaceX's innovative approach to aerospace.

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

TEDx

Can Humans Hibernate

Explore the fascinating possibility of human hibernation, its potential applications in medicine, space travel, and disaster survival, and the scientific basis behind this intriguing concept.

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

ScienceClic

Reproducing the Calculations from Interstellar - Black Hole Simulations and Wormhole Travel

Explore the scientific accuracy of Interstellar, including black hole simulations, wormhole travel, and time dilation, in this comprehensive analysis of the film's key concepts and scenes.

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