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      Caltech

      The Science of the Solar System

      Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Physics, Water Resources, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Environment, Biology

      4.8
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      National Taiwan University

      基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Matlab, Control Systems, Physics, Angular

      4.7
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      Duke University

      Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Materials science, Laboratory Research, Systems Of Measurement, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Politecnico di Milano

      Archaeoastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, Cultural Diversity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Semiconductor Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Materials science, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      Build toward a degree

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      605 reviews

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      École normale supérieure

      Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus

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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Logical Reasoning, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Experimentation, Simulations, Computer Science, Psychology, Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History, Qualitative Research

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Electrodynamics: In-depth Solutions for Maxwell’s Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Differential Equations, Electronic Components, Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Electronics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra

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      The University of Edinburgh

      AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Image Analysis, Data Storage, Computer Science, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Thermal Management, Environmental Science, Simulations, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry, Systems Of Measurement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Sustainable Technologies, Electric Power Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Environmental Issue, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Emerging Technologies, Cost Estimation

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Science of the Solar System: Caltech
    • 基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion: Northwestern University
    • Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions: Duke University
    • Archaeoastronomy: Politecnico di Milano
    • Semiconductor Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations: École normale supérieure
    • Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning: Dartmouth College
    • Electrodynamics: In-depth Solutions for Maxwell’s Equations: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery: The University of Edinburgh

    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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