Universe Evolution Courses and Certifications

The Evolving Universe

808 ratings at Coursera

This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major constituents, including planetary systems, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, larger structures, and the universe as a whole.

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

Endless Universe: Beyond the Big Bang

Explore a radical alternative to the inflationary model of the universe with renowned physicist Paul Steinhardt, challenging long-standing cosmological paradigms.

• World Science U
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

NPTEL;  IIT Kharagpur

Astrophysics & Cosmology

2 reviews

Explore the wonders of the universe through comprehensive lectures on celestial bodies, cosmic phenomena, and the fundamental laws governing our cosmos.

• YouTube
• 1 day 13 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cosmic Rays, Dark Matter, and the Mysteries of the Universe

Join us on a unique exploration of one of the universe’s deepest mysteries: cosmic rays

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Mysteries of Modern Physics: Time

150 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Tackle one of the greatest problems in all of science—the nature of time itself—in this groundbreaking course by one of the foremost researchers in this field.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Fields Institute

Introduction to Cosmological Perturbation Theory

Explore the foundations of cosmological perturbation theory, examining how small fluctuations in the early universe evolved into large-scale structures we observe today.

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

TEDx

Cosmic Purpose - Meaning of Life Through the Lens of Astronomy

Explore life's meaning through astronomy, examining human-cosmic relationships, evolution, and the universe's ongoing changes. Gain insights into existence's profound questions and find purpose in the vast cosmos.

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

The Royal Institution

Cosmology - From Galileo to Gravitational Waves

Unravel the detective story of modern cosmology, from the Big Bang to gravitational waves. Explore revolutionary ideas in fundamental physics and discover how we've answered age-old questions about the Universe's origins and evolution.

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

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Playing Dirty - Excavating New Particles by Jessica N. Howard

Explore how machine learning and dirt-moving math aid in discovering fundamental particles, unraveling the universe's building blocks and their interactions. Gain insights into cutting-edge particle physics research.

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

TEDx

Science and Scriptures

Explore the fascinating intersection of science and Hindu mythology, examining parallels between cosmic evolution, the Big Bang, and ancient Vedic concepts in this thought-provoking talk.

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

The Royal Institution

Massive Stars and Supernovae – With Thomas Haworth

Explore the formation, life, and explosive death of massive stars, their impact on galaxies, and recent discoveries in planetary science through engaging demonstrations and simulations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

The End of the Universe - With Geraint Lewis

Journey through cosmic evolution, exploring star deaths, galactic collisions, and the ultimate fate of the universe. Discover the fascinating possibilities for life and matter as we approach the end of time.

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

The Royal Institution

Our Universe and How It Works - With Jo Dunkley

Explore the universe's origins, evolution, and mysteries with astrophysicist Jo Dunkley. From the Big Bang to black holes, discover cutting-edge debates on cosmic phenomena and the possibility of multiple universes.

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

World Science Festival

Afterglow - Dispatches from the Birth of the Universe

Explore the cosmic background radiation's role in understanding the universe's birth and evolution, featuring insights from leading scientists on groundbreaking cosmological discoveries and future research directions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Royal Institution

What Is the Future of Particle Accelerators?

Experts discuss future particle accelerator projects, exploring challenges, potential breakthroughs, and long-term visions for advancing our understanding of the Universe and fundamental physics.

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