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      Nanjing University

      天文探秘

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Spatial Analysis, Simulations, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Radiation Therapy, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Oncology, Patient Positioning, Medical Equipment, Treatment Planning, Physics, Production Process

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Environment, Economics, Sustainable Technologies, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      220 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Analyzing the Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Astronomía básica

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Life Sciences, Environment, General Science and Research, Global Positioning Systems, Biology, Systems Of Measurement, Estimation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Scientific Visualization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Semiconductor Devices 1

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Physics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Debugging, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Unity Engine, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Data Storage, Software Design Patterns, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Game Design, Software Documentation, UI Components, Programming Principles, Software Architecture, Application Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      209 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Safety Standards, Physics, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      电磁学上——恒定电场

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Systems, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Quantum Information

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies, Informatics, Cryptography, Linear Algebra, Computational Thinking, Information Technology, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Collaborative Robot Safety: Design & Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety Assurance, Hazard Analysis, Equipment Design, Risk Management Framework, Control Systems, Product Testing, Failure Analysis, Automation, Torque (Physics)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Torque (Physics)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • 天文探秘: Nanjing University
    • Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC): Lund University
    • Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Astronomía básica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Introduction to Semiconductor Devices 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development: University of Colorado System
    • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
    • 电磁学上——恒定电场: Peking University
    • Introduction to Quantum Information: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    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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