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Through Engineers' Eyes - Expanding the Vision: Engineering Mechanics by Experiment, Analysis and Design
UNSW Sydney
Extend the basic techniques of engineering mechanics to a range of situations; interpret experiments and apply them to design.
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Flexagons and the Math Behind Twisted Paper
Weizmann Institute of Science
Learn how to make flexagons - beautiful and unique paper constructions - and explore the math behind them.
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Technical Report Writing for Engineers
The University of Sheffield
Get an introduction to technical report writing. Find out how to communicate your ideas through well-written engineering reports.
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Understanding Energy Storage: The Battery Revolution
EIT InnoEnergy
Explore the world of energy storage and understand the role of batteries.
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Through Engineers' Eyes - Introducing the Vision: Engineering Mechanics by Experiment, Analysis and Design
UNSW Sydney
Learn the basic techniques of engineering mechanics and use them to interpret experiments and make designs that will work.
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Electrical Engineering: Sensing, Powering and Controlling
University of Birmingham
Get a taste of an electrical engineering degree. Build your confidence in communicating ideas and using technical vocabulary.
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Introduction to Translational Research: Connecting Scientists and Medical Doctors
Taipei Medical University
Understand the emerging discipline of translational medicine and the process of taking research from ‘benchside’ to ‘bedside'.
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An Introduction to Building Information Modelling
Coventry University
Explore the drivers and definitions of BIM and understand why BIM is an important development in the construction industry.
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Next Generation Biosecurity: Responding to 21st Century Biorisks
University of Bath
Learn about biosecurity, biosafety and bioethics, and why they're vital - inside and outside of the lab.
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Why Biology Matters: Basic Concepts
Pompeu Fabra University Barcelona
Improve your understanding of the complex biology behind social issues that affect each of us and society.
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Inspiring Young People In STEM: Resources and Diversity
National STEM Learning Centre
Start your volunteering and learn how to make STEM activities relevant to a diverse range of young people.
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Mergers and Acquisitions: Accounting Principles
New York Institute of Finance
Understand how to apply accounting and tax principles with this final course in a program about mergers and acquisitions.
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An Introduction to Financial Management in Construction
Coventry University
Explore financial management and accounting conventions and their importance in the construction industry and other sectors
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The Importance of Project Management in the Global Construction Industry
Coventry University
Why is the management of construction projects important and why do construction projects fail?
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Basics of Network Security
Coventry University
Explore the basic concepts of networks and network security and the tools used by network engineers and attackers.
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Thermodynamics in Energy Engineering
Hanyang University
Understand the basic thermodynamic principles widely used in many engineering fields: temperature, free energy and entropy.
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Science, Engineering & Maths
Whether you want to brush up on basic science and numeracy skills or master advanced topics like robotics and forensics, our online maths, engineering and science courses will help. Broaden your mind and build your STEM knowledge with top universities.
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Introduction to Radio Network Optimization
Amdocs
Learn to improve the performance, coverage and capacity of radio access networks (RAN) with experienced Amdocs engineers.
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Modern Building Design
University of Bath
Learn how climate change, technology and regulation are changing modern building design and professional practice in construction.
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Advanced Machine Learning
The Open University
Improve your understanding of machine learning. Explore advanced techniques and how to use them in your data science projects.
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Energy: Thermodynamics in Everyday Life
University of Liverpool
Understand the laws of thermodynamics – and how they govern how we use and lose energy everyday – in this free online course.
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Cracking Mechanics: Further Maths for Engineers
University of Bristol
Practise the maths, learn the physics, and find out how engineers use both to solve real world problems.
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Climate Change: Solutions
University of Exeter
Explore the potential solutions to climate change and how they relate to the UN's sustainable development goals.
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Discovering Science: Science Writing
University of Leeds
What science discoveries will you choose to write about?
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Anatomy: Know Your Abdomen
University of Leeds
Discover the human abdomen and how it works.
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Exploring Cancer Medicines
University of Leeds
Explore the use of medicines in treating cancer and take your first steps towards becoming a science writer.
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Inspiring Young People In STEM: Planning Activities
National STEM Learning Centre
Learn how to plan and design effective STEM activities that engage young people through your volunteering.
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Teaching STEM Subjects: Planning for Learning
National STEM Learning Centre
Develop the way you use evidence of student understanding to inform your teaching and enable learning during and across lessons.
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Alternative Proteins as Food Ingredients
EIT Food
Explore a range of new sustainable protein sources - how to derive them, develop them, and bring them to market.
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STEM Teaching
Discover methods for teaching science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), with a range of online STEM teaching courses.
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Critical Listening for Studio Production
Queen's University Belfast
This free online course is a technical ear training programme designed to improve critical listening in a music studio context.
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Teaching STEM Subjects: Differentiation for Learning
National STEM Learning Centre
Improve your teaching by developing how you provide differentiated learning opportunities for all your students.
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Global Issues in the Construction Industry
Coventry University
Explore the key issues faced by the construction industry today and discover sustainable approaches to resolving them.
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Discovering Science: Atmospheric Chemistry
University of Leeds
What can we learn about Earth, and other planets in and beyond our solar system, by studying their atmospheres?
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The Scientific Revolution: Understanding the Roots of Modern Science
University of Groningen
Learn about the seventeenth-century Scientific Revolution and its role in shaping the modern Western world.
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Using Infection Control to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Find out how effective infection control in health and social care can tackle the global risk of antimicrobial resistance.
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Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality
Monash University
Explore the complex factors and influences that help shape our personality and examine what makes us different, and why.
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Challenges in Antibiotic Resistance: Gram Negative Bacteria
BSAC
This course by BSAC is for healthcare professionals managing infections. You will learn about Gram Negative Bacteria.
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Introduction to Psychology: Sensation and Perception
Monash University
Learn how our sensory systems work together to help us to perceive and respond to the world around us.
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Managing Your Health Data
EIT
How is your health data being used? Find out and discover tools and methods to improve how your health data is managed.
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Advanced Precalculus: Geometry, Trigonometry and Exponentials
University of Padova
Explore advanced precalculus topics and gain the mathematical knowledge and skills required to take a first course in precalculus.
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Metabolomics: Understanding Metabolism in the 21st Century
University of Birmingham
Discover how metabolomics is revolutionising our understanding of metabolism with this free online course.
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Mergers and Acquisitions: Free Cash Flow Modeling
New York Institute of Finance
Learn how to evaluate a company’s financial performance to determine acquisition opportunities.
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Systems Thinking and Complexity
UNESCO UNITWIN Complex Systems Digital Campus
Learn how to use systems and complexity thinking to address a variety of social, managerial and policy problems.
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An Introduction to Cryptography
Coventry University
Explore how code breakers and spies influenced cryptography and investigate the role it plays in modern secure communication.
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Discovering Science: Chemical Products
University of Leeds
With chemistry providing us an endless amount of possibilities, what would you choose to develop?
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Introduction to Psychology: Developmental Psychology
Monash University
Examine the physical, cognitive and social development we undergo throughout our lives.
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Emergency and Disaster Training and Exercising: An Introduction
Coventry University
Explore the role of training and exercising for emergency preparedness and how it can help you respond to disasters effectively.
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Precalculus: the Mathematics of Numbers, Functions and Equations
University of Padova
Get an introduction to the essential mathematical knowledge and skills required to take a first course in calculus.
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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease
University of Leeds
Explore normal cardiovascular function and risk factors associated with heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases.
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Introduction to Nutrition and Food Safety
Taipei Medical University
Learn the basics of nutrition and understand what foods can harm us.
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Disaster Management and Accountability
Coventry University
Learn how and why accountability standards should be applied to disaster management.
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The Earth in My Pocket: an Introduction to Geology
The Open University
Get an introduction to geology. Discover where materials that make up everyday objects come from and how to use them sustainably.
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In the Night Sky: Orion
The Open University
Explore the night sky, discover how stars are formed and find out about exoplanets, all through the constellation of Orion.
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Histology: Using Microscopy to Study Anatomy and Identify Disease
The Open University
Get an introduction to histology – the study of anatomy at a microscopic level – and use histopathology to identify disease.
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Teaching Practical Science: Biology
National STEM Learning Centre
Develop practical lessons to help 14-16 year old students understand biology with this CPD for science teachers.
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Begin Robotics
University of Reading
Explore the history, anatomy and intelligence of robots with this free online course. Test drive robots using exciting simulations
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Causes of Human Disease: Nutrition and Environment
University of Leeds
Explore how nutrition and environmental factors such as toxins influence your chance of developing human disease.
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Teaching Programming in Primary Schools
Raspberry Pi Foundation
Understand key programming concepts and apply them using Scratch, with this introductory course for primary or K-5 teachers.
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Maths Subject Knowledge: Proportional Reasoning
National STEM Learning Centre
Learn how to solve proportional reasoning problems, such as scaling up and down, using ratios and finding value for money.
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Digital Skills: Digital Marketing
Accenture
Learn about different digital marketing strategies and techniques businesses can use, with this digital marketing course.
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Introduction to Psychology: Biological Psychology
Monash University
Understand the link between behaviour and human biology, and learn how genes and the environment influence our behaviour.
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Discovering Science: Global Challenges
University of Leeds
Can chemistry help to feed a growing population, or overcome increasing bacterial resistance?
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Building a Future with Robots
The University of Sheffield
Explore the role of robots and autonomous systems in the factories, homes, hospitals, schools and cars of our near future.
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Discovering Science: Medicinal Chemistry
University of Leeds
What role does chemistry play in healthcare and our ability to diagnose and treat patients?
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Statistical Shape Modelling: Computing the Human Anatomy
University of Basel
Learn the technology of modelling, as used in computational face recognition or in surgeries, with this free online course.
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Understanding Nuclear Power
The Open University
Learn more about nuclear power – from the risks and the benefits, to the technology and its future use.
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Supply Chain Innovation: How Technology Can Create a Sustainable Future
University of Twente
Understand how new technologies can make supply chains more sustainable and learn how to deal with today's trends.
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Digital Health for Cancer Management: Smart Health Technologies in Complex Diseases
Taipei Medical University
Learn how new digital health technologies are transforming cancer management with this course for healthcare professionals.
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Grand Challenges: Food for Thought
University of Exeter
Where does our food come from and what impact does it have on our environment?
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End-of-Life Care for People with Dementia
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Understand the needs of people with dementia, and how to better support them and enhance their wellbeing towards the end of life.
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An Introduction to Forensic and Bio-archaeology: Reading Human Skeletal Remains
Griffith University
Learn to use ‘human skeletal analysis’ to uncover the story behind human remains. Explore three sites from around the world.
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World Class Maths: Asian Teaching Methods
Macmillan Education
Learn about the global success of primary maths teaching methods in Asia, and apply techniques to your own practice.
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Brain and Behavior: Regulating Body Weight
Purdue University
Explore the environmental and biological factors that influence our appetite and food choices, and regulate our body weight.
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Bookkeeping for Personal and Business Accounting
The Open University
Learn how to balance your books and develop the skills to manage finances in personal and business environments.
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Climate Change: The Science
University of Exeter
Learn about the science of climate change, the risks it poses and how human activity is changing our world.
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Nutrition and Disease Prevention
Taipei Medical University
Learn about the relationship between diet and disease and discover the role a nutrient-rich diet can play in disease prevention.
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MSc Construction Project and Cost Management
Coventry University
Explore the demands of the construction industry in the 21st century and understand how to address those needs.
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High Performance Computing in the Cloud
Dublin City University
Understand the benefits and challenges of using cloud computing for high performance computing (HPC) workloads.
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Understanding Superstructures
University of Liverpool
Discover the mechanics behind the natural and man-made structures that make up our world with this free online course.
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Learn About Weather
University of Exeter
Explore all things weather - from storms to climate - with this course that looks at the basic processes behind the weather.
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What Drives the Body?
University of Aberdeen
Get an introduction to the different components and systems in the body that keep us alive and healthy.
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Introduction to Health Technology Assessment
University of Glasgow
Learn about health technology assessment (HTA) and quality of life (QoL), and how they’re used to decide which treatments to fund
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Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Learning
Monash University
Explore how new behaviours are learnt by examining different types of psychological conditioning.
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Teaching STEM Subjects: Introducing Assessment for Learning
National STEM Learning Centre
Improve your students’ understanding and outcomes by developing your teaching and embedding formative practices in your classroom.
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Making Sense of Data in the Media
The University of Sheffield
Become a critical consumer of social statistics. Learn what numbers reveal, when and why they mislead, and how to spot fake news.
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Teaching Practical Science: Chemistry
National STEM Learning Centre
Discover approaches to engage 14-16 year old students through practical lessons in chemistry with this CPD for science teachers.
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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Causes of Disease
University of Leeds
Learn the epidemiological methods used to understand the causes of diseases and how social factors influence their development.
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Inspiring Young People In STEM: Using Feedback to Improve
National STEM Learning Centre
Learn how to obtain and use feedback to help you improve your volunteering and STEM activities with young people.
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Our Solar System and Beyond: Teaching Primary Science
Royal Observatory Greenwich
Improve your knowledge of space science to help you deliver primary science lessons that are out of this world.
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Defensive Programming and Debugging
Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe (PRACE)
Find out how to write clean and robust code. Explore techniques to minimise the number of bugs during development.
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Discover Dentistry
The University of Sheffield
An entertaining and illuminating course for everyone to explore the impact dentistry has on our lives.
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Teaching Physical Computing with Raspberry Pi and Python
Raspberry Pi Foundation
Create simple systems that respond to and control the physical world using the Raspberry Pi and Python.
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Citizen Science: From Data to Action
University of Dundee
Join us to discover how citizen-generated data on soils, food and a changing climate can create positive change in the world.
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Monitoring Atmospheric Composition
EUMETSAT
The composition of our atmosphere is vital for life. Find out how we keep track of it, and what we’re doing to protect it.
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Forensic Facial Reconstruction: Finding Mr. X
The University of Sheffield
Learn about the forensic technique of facial reconstruction from the experts involved in a real crime case.
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Teaching Practical Science: Physics
National STEM Learning Centre
Participate in CPD to enhance your physics lessons with effective practical work for 14-16 year olds.
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Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology
Monash University
Investigate the history and science of psychology while mastering the basic principles of the scientific method.
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Using Virtual Scenarios to Create Effective Learning
St George's, University of London
Learn how to use virtual scenarios to help people practice their decision making and prepare for real world challenges.
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Bacterial Genomes: Accessing and Analysing Microbial Genome Data
Wellcome Genome Campus Advanced Courses and Scientific Conferences
Learn more about how genomic data and computational tools can help us understand and track disease-causing bacteria.
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The Challenge of Global Water Security
Cardiff University
An introduction to the challenges of water security on a local and global scale.
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Causes of Human Disease: Exploring Cancer and Genetic Disease
University of Leeds
Explore how the unravelling of genetic code has led to a deeper understanding of genetic diseases and cancer.
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Small and Mighty: Introduction to Microbiology
University of Reading
Understand the basics of microbiology and explore the diversity of microbial life in our world.
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The Science Behind Forensic Science
King's College London
Get an introduction to the science of forensic science and discover how it's applied in the real world.
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An Introduction to Recreational Math: Fun, Games and Puzzles
Weizmann Institute of Science
Explore, discover and enjoy 'recreational' math with fellow students, while boosting your creative and deductive thinking skills!
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Sustainable Construction and Development
Chartered Institute of Building Academy
Gain valuable insight into sustainable construction and development, and learn best practices from sustainability initiatives.
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Exploring Anatomy: the Human Abdomen
University of Leeds
Explore the anatomy of the human abdomen and understand its clinical importance.
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Physiology: the Science of Life
University of Liverpool
Get an introduction to human physiology and the amazing systems in our bodies that keep us alive.
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Decision Making in a Complex and Uncertain World
University of Groningen
This course will teach you the first principles of complexity, uncertainty and how to make decisions in a complex world.
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A History of Royal Food and Feasting
University of Reading
Chart the history of royal food in the splendour of royal palaces.
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Inside Cancer: How Genes Influence Cancer Development
University of Bath
Understand how genetics influence the development and spread of cancer, with this free, introductory online course.
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Image Analysis Methods for Biologists
The University of Nottingham
Get an introduction to image acquisition and analysis for biologists – from basic techniques to the future of image analysis.
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Using Personalized Medicine and Pharmacogenetics
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Get to grips with pharmacogenetics and personalized medicine, so you can make informed treatment decisions.
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Inspiring Young People In STEM: Activities and Improving Communication
National STEM Learning Centre
Improve your communication skills when presenting STEM activities and volunteering with young people.
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Causes of Human Disease: Transmitting and Fighting Infection
University of Leeds
Learn how pathogens cause infectious diseases, how these diseases are transmitted and how our immune systems respond to infection.
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Citizen Science: From Soil to Sky
University of Dundee
Learn how to understand your soil and explore global environmental soil issues by becoming a citizen scientist.
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Moons
The Open University
Explore the many moons of our Solar System. Find out what makes them special and ask whether we send humans to our Moon again.
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Blockchain in the Energy Sector
EIT InnoEnergy
Understand how blockchain works, where the technology has come from and why it will empower energy customers like never before.
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Improving Healthcare Through Clinical Research
University of Leeds
On this free online course, find out how medical treatments are discovered, tested and evaluated to improve healthcare for all.
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Data Science for Environmental Modelling and Renewables
University of Glasgow
Learn how data science can help us understand our environment and try the tools used by statisticians and data scientists.
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Understanding Insulin
University of Southampton
Learn more about all things insulin: from how it works, to insulin types, to side effects and guidance on how to prescribe safely.
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Cancer in the 21st Century: the Genomic Revolution
University of Glasgow
Discover how genetics is revolutionising the detection and treatment of cancer, with this free online course.
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Maths for Humans: Inverse Relations and Power Laws
UNSW Sydney
Strengthen your algebra, geometry and thinking skills by learning about fascinating mathematical relations from daily life.
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Assessment for Learning in STEM Teaching
National STEM Learning Centre
Get to grips with Assessment for Learning with one of three courses for teachers from the National STEM Learning Centre.
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Go Solar PV: The Business Potential of Solar Photovoltaics
EIT InnoEnergy
Explore the current state and future potential of solar PV technology, and get new insights into the solar photovoltaics market.
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The Science of Learning
National STEM Learning Centre
Discover the scientific research about learning and apply it in your classroom to help you teach STEM subjects.
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Smart Cities
The Open University
Explore the role of technology and data in cities, and learn how you can participate in the creation of smart cities.
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Studying in Italian - Science and Mathematics: a MOVE-ME Project Course
Università per Stranieri di Siena (UniStraSi)
Study Science and Maths in Italian and develop the skills you need when you take part in a European student mobility programme.
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Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care Practitioners
The University of Melbourne
Many people are now living with and beyond cancer. This course will show you how to provide effective survivorship care.
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What Is the Body?
University of Aberdeen
Get an introduction to the different structures and functions that make up the human body.
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Introduction to Forensic Science
University of Strathclyde
Explore the methods underpinning forensic science, from crime scene investigation to reporting evidential value within a case.
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How Does the Body Use DNA as a Blueprint?
University of Aberdeen
Get an introduction to the basics of molecular biology, and how DNA code works.
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Basic Science: Understanding Experiments
The Open University
Get an introduction to science-based skills through simple, exciting, hands-on physics, chemistry and biology experiments.
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Identifying Food Fraud
UEA (University of East Anglia)
An introduction to modern analytical science techniques and how they can be used to uncover food fraud.
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The Science of Nuclear Energy
The Open University
Discover the science behind nuclear energy and its role in energy provision in the past, present and future.
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Supercomputing
Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe (PRACE)
Discover how supercomputers work and the real-life scientific breakthroughs made possible by today’s computer simulations.
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Our Changing Climate: Past, Present and Future
University of Reading
Find out more about the climate of the past and how climate change can present a number of risks and opportunities.
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Basic Science: Understanding Numbers
The Open University
Find out how you can use numbers to describe the natural world. Start making sense of everything from atoms to oceans.
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Exploring Our Oceans
University of Southampton
Explore the half of our world covered by deep ocean, and how our lives affect the hidden face of our planet.
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Water Scarcity: Crisis and Response
Colorado State University
Learn about water scarcity, exploring why some people don't have enough water, and solutions for ensuring enough water for all.
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A Question of Time: How We Date Human Evolution
Griffith University
Discover the role that dating human fossils plays in the reconstruction of human evolution: explore examples from around the world
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Global Geordies: The North East of England and the World
Northumbria University Institute of the Humanities
Get an introduction to the hidden history, culture and people of the North East of England.
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World Class Maths: Asian Teaching Practice
Macmillan Education
Learn how to create lessons plans based on Asian maths teaching methods, and develop your maths teaching practice.
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Business Problems and Software Solutions
Deakin University
Discover how to overcome real-world business challenges with software solutions.
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Water for the People: Gender, Human Rights, and Diplomacy
Colorado State University
Explore how access to water relates to gender and human rights with this online course.
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Introducing Robotics: Making Robots Move
Queensland University of Technology
The world needs people who understand how to get robots moving.
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Citizen Science: Living Soils, Growing Food
University of Dundee
Learn about approaches to food growing that can help regenerate soil and solve environmental issues.
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Citizen Science: Sensing the World
University of Dundee
Learn about sensing, including how to use a soil sensor and how to monitor the changing climate, by joining the GROW Observatory.
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The Impact of Climate Change on Public Health
EIT InnoEnergy
Explore the impact of climate change on public health, and discover ways to influence behaviours and policies at all levels.
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Health Data and Analytics
EIT InnoEnergy
Explore key concepts in data analytics, systems theory and information governance, and apply them to healthcare decision-making.
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Global Systems Science and Policy: an Introduction
UNESCO UNITWIN Complex Systems Digital Campus
Learn how Global Systems Science can inform and model the impact of social, economic, political and environmental policy making.
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Bioprinting: 3D Printing Body Parts
University of Wollongong
Discover the recent developments regarding how biomaterials and 3D printing are colliding to create bioprinted body parts.
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The Science of Endurance Training and Performance
The University of Kent
Learn about the science behind endurance sports training and performance, including effective preparation and rehabilitation.
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CBT with Older People
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Understand the ageing process and the factors to consider when using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with older people.
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Antimicrobial Resistance in the Food Chain
The University of Nottingham
Explore how antibiotic use in farming contributes towards resistant bacteria in our food chain. What can we do about this issue?
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Introducing Robotics: Robotics and Society
Queensland University of Technology
How do you feel about robots? Learn how robots are used today and explore how they might help solve the big issues of our time.
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Understanding Ramon Llull: Philosophy, Arts and Science through the Ars Combinatoria
Pompeu Fabra University Barcelona
Explore the fascinating work of philosopher Ramon Llull and its impact with this free online course
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Data Science in the Games Industry
University of Dundee
Learn how the games industry can use big data to enhance the gaming experience and increase profits.
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Teaching Probability
Cambridge University Press
Learn how to create effective lessons on probability to help equip 11 - 16 year olds with skills for life.
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Maths Puzzles: Cryptarithms, Symbologies and Secret Codes
Weizmann Institute of Science
Explore and solve encrypted maths puzzles, in which numbers are replaced by letters or symbols, with this free online course.
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Extinctions: Past and Present
University of Cape Town
Discover the diversity of life on earth, the impacts of five past mass extinctions and the prospect of a sixth extinction today.
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The Discovery of the Higgs Boson
The University of Edinburgh
Should we be excited about the Higgs boson? Find out more about particle physics and understanding the universe.
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Ultrasound Imaging: What Is Inside?
University of Twente
Understand the technology of ultrasound, see how it is used in clinical practice and learn how to improve medical imaging.
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Dysphagia: Swallowing Difficulties and Medicines
UEA (University of East Anglia)
This course will enhance the knowledge of any person involved in the administration of medicines to patients with dysphagia.
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Introducing Robotics: Build a Robot Arm
Queensland University of Technology
Design, build and program a simple robot and share it with other learners.
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Maths for Humans: Linear and Quadratic Relations
UNSW Sydney
Explore interesting and practical real-world relationships hinging on the interplay between the linear and the quadratic.
Career advice
Become a Data Scientist
As a data scientist, you’ll analyse raw data to form insights and solve problems like creating products or updating software. Get the key skills and qualifications now by taking online data science courses from top UK universities and institutions.
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Functional Programming in Haskell: Supercharge Your Coding
University of Glasgow
Get an introduction to Haskell, the increasingly popular functional programming language, with this University of Glasgow course.
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Communicating Complex Information: Presenting Your Ideas Clearly and Effectively
Purdue University
Understand how to communicate complex information to lay audiences and develop your professional communication skills.
Career advice
Become a Developer
There are many developer jobs—from web and app developer to software engineer—but all involve creating and coding computer software. Begin learning how to code and explore short online programming courses, whatever your level.
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Causes of Climate Change
University of Bergen
Understand the physical processes behind climate variations in the past, present and future, with this free online course
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Soils: Introducing the World Beneath Our Feet
Lancaster University
Learn about soils, the variety of life they contain and how humans impact this fragile system, with this free online course.
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Energy, the Environment and Our Future
The Pennsylvania State University
Learn where we get our energy from today and why we need to change our energy system now, to avoid future changes to our climate.
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Economics of Crime
Hanyang University
Learn how economic analyses can help us better understand crime problems that we face.
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Why Do We Age? The Molecular Mechanisms of Ageing
University of Groningen
Why do we age? Is there a limit to human lifespan? Can we prolong our lives? Find out with this free online course.
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Forensic Science and Criminal Justice
University of Leicester
Learn how police use science in criminal investigations and its role in the criminal justice system with this free online course.
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How to Survive on Mars: the Science Behind the Human Exploration of Mars
Monash University
Learn the basic science needed for humans to survive on Mars, with this free online science course.
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The Science of Medicines
Monash University
Learn the science behind how and why medicines work, and what can improve patient's treatment, with this free online course.
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Cancer Immunotherapy: a Step Change in Cancer Treatment
University of Birmingham
This course will teach you about the power of your immune system and how new immunotherapies are transforming cancer treatment.
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Business Analytics Using Forecasting
National Tsing Hua University
Learn a scientific and practical approach for creating and evaluating forecasting solutions.
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Biochemistry: the Molecules of Life
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Explore the impact of biochemistry on bioenergy and health, discovering why graduates are in demand; with the Biochemical Society.
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Construction Ethics and Compliance
Chartered Institute of Building Academy
Find out how to stay ethical, compliant and professional in the construction industry, with this free online course from the CIOB.
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Identifying the Dead: Forensic Science and Human Identification
University of Dundee
Uncover a grave, examine remains and reveal the victim’s identity in this free online course, linked to a new Val McDermid story.
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Biosecurity and Bioterrorism: Public Health Dimensions
UNSW Sydney
An introduction to public health and wider responses to high-risk biological agent events, epidemics and bioterrorism.
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Introduction to Quantitative Investing
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
Learn basics of financial economics and try its real life application using financial data and programming.
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Web Science: How the Web Is Changing the World
University of Southampton
Explore how the web has changed our world and what the future might hold, with this free online course introducing Web Science.
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Introduction to Linked Data and the Semantic Web
University of Southampton
Learn the power of Linked Data, explore how it’s revolutionising the web and get to grips with it by writing queries in SPARQL.
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Homo Floresiensis Uncovered: The Science of ‘the Hobbit’
University of Wollongong
Discover the incredible world of 'the Hobbit' as modern archaeological science uncovers secrets hidden in time.
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Manage Your Prices: an Introduction to Pricing Strategy and Revenue Management
École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile
Learn to use pricing strategies to increase your firm’s revenue, and set the right price for the right person at the right time.
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Exploring Everyday Chemistry
University of York
Explore the organic chemistry behind perfume, medicine, brewing and sport from one of the UK's leading universities
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Monitoring the Oceans from Space
EUMETSAT
Explore our oceans from space. Discover how Earth observation allows us to monitor ocean health, and inform policy and planning.