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    Physics courses can help you learn how matter, energy, and forces interact—providing a foundation for understanding motion, electricity, waves, and the universe itself.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Economics, Environment, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy

      4.7
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      220 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Radiation Protection, Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Medical Ultrasonography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Education And Counseling, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biology, Physics, Chemistry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Integral Calculus through Data and Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Software, Engineering Calculations, Probability, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Estimation, Geometry, Scientific Visualization, Data Analysis, Physics, Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Peking University

      电磁学上——恒定电场

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Scientific Methods, 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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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Active Optical Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Display Devices, Semiconductors, Computer Displays, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Electronics, Electronic Components, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Equipment, Engineering Calculations, Performance Testing, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Trauma Emergencies and Care

      Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Emergency Medicine, Medical Emergency, Triage, Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Patient Positioning, Medical Terminology, Patient Evaluation, First Aid, Mechanics, Emergency Response, Vital Signs, Anatomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      477 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 Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Torque (Physics), Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Failure Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Biology, World History, Physics, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      201 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New York University

      Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Markov Model, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Technical Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Network Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Regression Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      339 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Image Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Cloud Hosting, Unsupervised Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      186 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Quantum Information

      Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Digital Communications, Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Linear Algebra, Simulations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

      4.2
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      123 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Event Monitoring, Precision Medicine, Medical Equipment and Technology, Environmental Monitoring, Electronic Components, Emerging Technologies, Health Technology, Electronics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
    • Integral Calculus through Data and Modeling: Johns Hopkins University
    • 电磁学上——恒定电场: Peking University
    • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Trauma Emergencies and Care: University of Colorado System
    • 材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh
    • Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Introduction to Image Generation: Google Cloud

    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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