Star Formation Courses and Certifications

From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

18 reviews

Explore the mysteries of the universe, from the Big Bang to Dark Energy, in this 4-week course offered by the University of Tokyo.

• Coursera
• 31 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Diversity of Exoplanets

24 ratings at Coursera

Discover the methods of detecting and characterizing exoplanets in this 7-week MOOC by the University of Geneva. Gain a general understanding of exoplanet research and contribute to citizen science projects.

• Coursera
• 16 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Rochester

Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

474 ratings at Coursera

An introduction to modern astronomy's most important questions. The four sections of the course are Planets and Life in The Universe; The Life of Stars; Galaxies and Their Environments; The History of The Universe.

• Coursera
• 11 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

General Studies Earth & Space Science: Help & Review

Explore the universe with this 24-hour course covering topics from our solar system, astronomy basics, earth science foundations, to atmospheric science.

• Study.com
• 1 day
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

DSST Astronomy: Study Guide & Test Prep

Prepare for the DSST Astronomy exam with this engaging 34-hour course. Learn through short videos, quizzes, and practice tests covering topics from celestial navigation to black holes.

• Study.com
• 34 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Astronomy: Certificate Program

Earn an Astronomy Certificate in just a few weeks with this 43-hour course. Learn about celestial bodies, star qualities, galaxies, and more through engaging video lessons and quizzes.

• Study.com
• 1 day 19 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Astronomy for Teachers: Professional Development

Earn credits for teacher licensing renewal with this 43-hour course on astronomy. Learn about celestial navigation, star types, the universe's structure, and more.

• Study.com
• 1 day 19 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Experiencing Hubble: Understanding the Greatest Images of the Universe

248 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Marvel at landmark images from the Hubble Space Telescope and better understand astronomy's latest and greatest discoveries in this visual feast of a course.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Big Bang and Beyond: Exploring the Early Universe

95 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Taught by Professor Gary Felder of Smith College, this course covers the history of the early universe starting with the Big Bang and continuing to the formation of the first stars and galaxies hundreds of millions of years later. Professor Feld…

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

In the night sky: Orion

10 ratings at OpenLearn

In this free course, In the night sky: Orion, you will explore the night sky, discover how stars formed and find out about exoplanets, all through the constellation of Orion.

• OpenLearn
• 24 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Professor Dave Explains

Astronomy-Astrophysics

The Formation of the Milky Way Galaxy and the Structure of the Sun. The Life and Death of Stars: White Dwarfs, Supernovae, Neutron Stars, and Black Holes. Dark Matter and Dark Energy: The Frontier of Astronomy. The End of the Universe: Hot or Cold?

• YouTube
• 7 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Serious Science

Astrophysics

Dive into the mysteries of the universe with Serious Science's 10-hour program on Astrophysics, exploring topics like black holes, exoplanets, cosmic microwave background, and gravitational waves.

• YouTube
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

The Makings of Models for White Dwarf Supernovae - Dean Townsley

Explore white dwarf supernovae models with Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Gain insights into astrophysics, star and planet evolution, and gravitational wave sources in under 1 hour.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

The Detection of Lithium in Cool White Dwarf Atmospheres - Ben Kaiser, Mark Hollands - White Dwarfs

Explore the detection of lithium in white dwarf atmospheres with the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. This under-1-hour material offers a comprehensive view of white dwarfs' role in astrophysics.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Stellar Mass Binaries in AGN - Hui Li - Barry Mc Kernan

Explore the evolution and influence of circumbinary gas in binary systems with this less than 1-hour material from Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Uncover observational signatures and novel numerical techniques.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course