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The Discovery of the Higgs Boson
The University of EdinburghShould we be excited about the Higgs boson? Find out more about particle physics and understanding the universe.
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Teaching Physical Computing with Raspberry Pi and Python
Raspberry Pi FoundationExplore the exciting world of physical computing and create electronic circuits that you can control with code.
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Teaching Physical Computing to 5- to 11-year-olds
Raspberry Pi FoundationTeach your young learners how to create electronic circuits, then learn to control them using block-based programming languages.
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Frontier Physics, Future Technologies
University of YorkExpand your understanding of modern physics and discover how we can solve societal problems by developing future technologies.
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Physical Theatre: Exploring the Slap
University of LeedsLearn about Meyerhold’s form of physical theatre, biomechanics, and understand and perform ‘The Slap’.
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Introduction to Physical Computing
Lancaster UniversityExplore how microcontrollers are changing our everyday lives and why the future of tech innovation lies in physical computing.
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Build a Physical Computing Prototype
Lancaster UniversityDiscover how physical computing is changing the way we interact with technology and the devices around us.
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Integrating Care: Depression, Anxiety and Physical Illness
King's College LondonUnderstand the connection between physical and mental health, and improve your ability to identify symptoms and sources of help.
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Supporting Physical Development in Early Childhood
UK Health Security AgencyLearn how to ensure young children do enough physical activity and how it improves child mental and physical health development.
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Physics
Study physics to solve real world problems. Learn how the laws of physics impact the world around you with an online course on FutureLearn.
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Managing Mental Health and Stress
Coventry UniversitySupporting your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Caregiving, Dementia, and Incontinence
Deakin UniversityDiscover practical strategies to support people living with dementia and incontinence in their daily routines and personal care.
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Physics, Astronomy, and Space: Teaching Secondary Science
Royal Observatory GreenwichUpgrade your secondary science lessons, boost your knowledge of space physics, and help students build key career skills.
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Assessment of the Newborn
Griffith UniversityUnderstand the importance of the newborn physical assessment and learn how to conduct one.
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Introduction to Thermodynamics
University of HullDiscover the laws of thermodynamics as you learn how to calculate chemical properties and predict chemical reactions.
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Come Rain or Shine: Understanding the Weather
University of ReadingUnderstand and explore the physical processes behind the weather
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Business Futures: Understanding Omni-channel Retailing and Supply Chains
RMIT UniversityExplore how shopping has changed with this course that demystifies the new world of omni-channel for shoppers and supply-chain.
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Women’s Health After Motherhood
Trinity College DublinLearn how to take care of your physical and mental health after giving birth and feel supported during the postpartum period.
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Personal Trainer's Toolkit: Developing Fitness Programs for Older People
Central Queensland UniversityUnderstand the effects of ageing and fitness programming for older adults.
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Occupational Safety and Health Hazards
Universiti MalayaLearn how to identify different types of occupational health and safety hazards in the workplace to protect workers.
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Introduction to Cybersecurity for Teachers
Raspberry Pi FoundationExplore key concepts of cybersecurity to teach students aged 14 to 16 with this online cybersecurity course supported by Google.
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Causes of Climate Change
University of BergenLearn the physical processes behind climate variation around the world to better understand the causes of climate change.
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Sport and Exercise for Brain Health
Alzheimer ScotlandExpand your knowledge of the benefits of lifelong physical activity for maintaining brain health and reducing disease risk.
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Female Genital Mutilation (FGM): Health, Law, and Socio-Cultural Sensitivity
University of AberdeenUnderstand the many impacts of FGM and the legal duty of a health and social care professional in reporting FGM practices.
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Teaching Students Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma
Queensland University of TechnologyFind out what complex trauma is, how it affects children and adolescents, and what can be done to help.
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Become a STEM Teacher
STEM teachers teach subjects in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and the many variations within these areas. The demand for people skilled in STEM subjects is continually on the rise.
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Sports Performance: The Mind, Body, and Coaching
The Open UniversityExplore key principles and current approaches in athlete training, mental preparation, and coaching to support sports performance.
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Intermediate German: Countries and Landscapes
The Open UniversityExamine the human and physical geography of German-speaking countries and the language used to discuss them.
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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.
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Physiotherapy Exercise and Physical Activity for Knee Osteoarthritis (PEAK)
The University of MelbourneExplore exercises and strategies for minimising pain and improving mobility of patients with knee osteoarthritis.
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Introduction to Humanitarian Logistics
Hanken School of EconomicsUnderstand the fundamentals of humanitarian logistics and discover supply chain management in a humanitarian context.
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Digital Wellbeing
University of YorkDo digital technologies affect our wellbeing? Explore the concepts of health, relationships and society in the digital age.
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Engineering the Future: Creating the Amazing
University of YorkLearn more about the fascinating world of engineering, and discover where an engineering degree could take you.
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Introduction to Nutritional Psychiatry: Nutri-Psyche
Deakin UniversityGrow your understanding of the links between diet and mental health and explore strategies to use nutrition in treatment plans.
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Exercise Prescription for the Prevention and Treatment of Disease
Trinity College DublinDiscover how physical exercise can help patients, including those with cardiovascular disease, mental health problems and cancer.
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The Challenge of Global Water Security
Cardiff UniversityAn introduction to the challenges of water security on a local and global scale.
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Energy Systems Integration: An Introduction
EIT InnoEnergyDiscover innovative sustainable energy systems solutions and explore an integrated perspective on the energy market.
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English for STEM: Understanding Science Vocabulary
Macquarie UniversityLearn key English vocabulary to help you explore different science subjects and advance your English language skills.
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Supporting Adolescent Learners: Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Griffith UniversityLearn to support adolescent learners with their social and emotional wellbeing through a variety of approaches.
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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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Construct a Virtual Reality Experience
Lancaster UniversityDiscover what virtual reality is, how it can be used, and how you can create it in Javascript.
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Life on Mars
FutureLearnDiscover our neighbouring planet, Mars, and delve into the missions and mysteries surrounding life on the planet.
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Get Creative
Get creative with free online courses from top universities and creative organisations. Explore acting, animation, filmmaking, poetry, songwriting or creative writing courses.
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Helping patients recover from breast cancer treatment: a programme to prevent shoulder problems
University of ExeterLearn to identify patients at high risk of pain and disability after non-reconstructive breast cancer surgery and how to help them
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Mindfulness: A Focus on Adolescents
The University of GlasgowGet a hands-on introduction to mindfulness and its benefits.
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Getting Started with Your Raspberry Pi
Raspberry Pi FoundationDiscover how to set up and control your new Raspberry Pi, as well as how to use it for everyday tasks and to learn how to code.
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Occupational Health: Managing Hazard and Risk at Work
Universiti MalayaLearn to identify occupational hazards, and how to conduct risk assessments and develop risk control measures at work.
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Planet Earth: Understanding and Protecting our Environment
University of LeedsLearn about the physical geography of Earth and discover how to use this knowledge to protect our natural environment.
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Personal Trainer's Toolkit: Building a Fitness Community, Client Retention for Trainers
Central Queensland UniversityLearn how a fitness community that plays together stays together.
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Chemometrics in Air Pollution
Universiti MalayaThis course briefly introduces the causes and effects of air pollution in Asian, chemometric models and chemometric application.
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Introduction to Mathematical Methods for University-Level Science
The University of NottinghamPrepare to study science subjects at degree level with this introduction to essential mathematical methods and skills.
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A Guide for Nurses on Meeting the Fundamental Care Needs of Patients in Hospital with COVID-19 and other Conditions
University of ExeterImplement a clinical guideline to optimise patient care and enhance the wellbeing of you and your team.
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Network Security and Defence: Network Environments
Coventry UniversityExplore network environments and how to defend your network against cyber threats and improve your internet security.
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Improving Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace
Whether you want to learn about mindfulness at work or mental health in your personal life, FutureLearn can help. Join one of our short health and wellbeing courses for the latest advice and start developing your skills.
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Caring for Others
Learn how to ensure the best care possible for every patient. Explore the latest research and advice on patient care, whilst gaining practical knowledge and skills - studying with leading universities and medical schools.
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Laser Safety Awareness
UK Health Security AgencyUnderstand the hazards of laser beams and laser protection in order to meet the legal requirements for laser safety training.
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Planet Partners: Tackling the Climate Crisis Together
University of ReadingInvestigate the impact of climate change, the research being done to tackle it, and what you can do to take meaningful action.
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Nutrition Science: Lifestyle Medicine
University of AberdeenDiscover the preventative role of diet and nutrition for lifelong health and the relationship between mood and food.
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Nutrition Science: Lifestyle Medicine
University of AberdeenDiscover the preventative role of diet and nutrition for lifelong health and the relationship between mood and food.
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Trauma-Aware Education: Teaching Students Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma
Queensland University of TechnologyProduce an action plan to use trauma-informed practices to support your students, colleagues, school or workplace.
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Story of a Wine: The Importance of Being Prosecco
University of PadovaIdentify how one of the world’s trendiest sparkling wines is produced and the future challenges that face Prosecco production.
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Master Digital Marketing: The Marketing Mix
The Left BankGet your brand or product seen as you learn how to include a pricing strategy, promotional mix, and more in your marketing.
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Coaching Skills: The mental game
Deakin UniversityUnderstand how to coach the ‘mental game’ by investigating and managing the impact of fear, flow and focus on performance.
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Battery Storage: Understanding the Battery Revolution
EIT InnoEnergyLearn about the importance of energy storage and understand the role of batteries and battery technology.
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World War 1: Trauma, Memory, Controversy
The Open UniversityExplore the traumatic effects of WW1 on soldiers and civilians. Discover how we remember and debate the history of this war.
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Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
The University of EdinburghExplore diagnosis and management of respiratory disease using case studies from low resource settings.
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Network Security and Defence
Coventry UniversityDevelop the essential cyber security knowledge and skills you need to prevent, detect and recover from network security incidents.
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Internal Analysis of a Company: From Value Chain to SWOT Analysis
Coventry UniversityDetermine your strategic capabilities and learn successful strategies for conducting internal environment analysis.
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Understanding Inclusive Education: Current Approaches
The Open UniversityExplore current policies and practices relating to children’s needs in inclusive care and learning environments.
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Intermediate French: People and Places
The Open UniversityGain an introduction to the physical and human geography of France and explore the language used to speak about them.
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Sustainable Cities: Governing Urban Adaptation Under Climate Change
University of GroningenDiscover expert governance strategies for preparing urban areas to face the challenges posed by climate change.
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Healthy Ageing: Concepts, Interventions, and Preparing for the Future
University of BirminghamThe World Health Organisation's Decade of Healthy Ageing is underway. Discover how we can enjoy prolonged years of good health.
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Makerspaces for Creative Learning
The University of SheffieldEver thought about creating your own makerspace? Learn how to provide a space for children to boost creativity and employability.
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Work Ready Skills: Job Searches, Writing a CV and Interviewing
Central Queensland UniversityGet the job of your dreams and start on the right foot, by implementing our work-ready skills
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Internal Analysis of a Company: From Value Chain to SWOT Analysis
Coventry UniversityDetermine your strategic capabilities and learn successful strategies for conducting internal environment analysis.
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Understanding Coercive Control
Central Queensland UniversityExplore coercive control as a form of domestic abuse as you learn how to identify behaviour patterns and improve risk assessment.
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Caring for People with Psychosis and Schizophrenia
King's College LondonExplore the key issues related to caring for a relative with psychosis or schizophrenia, with this short, free online course.
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Healthier Building Materials and Human Health
Parsons School of DesignDelve into the chemicals used in building materials, their impacts on human health, and what makes a healthier material.
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Introduction to Networking Basics with CCNA
PacktLearn the fundamentals of computer networking with an introduction to becoming a Cisco Certified Network Associate.
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Introduction to HACCP for Food Safety
International Culinary StudioBuild your knowledge of HACCP standards and implement a Food Safety Management System to keep your customers safe.
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Key Principles of Palliative Care
The University of the West IndiesLearn about the fundamentals of palliative care and implement your knowledge and skills to improve the lives of your patients.
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Sports Performance: Training the Body for Sport
The Open UniversityExplore how to meet athletes’ training needs using modern strength and conditioning training alongside effective monitoring.
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Gender-Based Violence: Responding to Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse
The University of GlasgowExpand your understanding of intimate partner violence and abuse (IPVA) and learn how to recognise and support victims of abuse.
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Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The King's FundDevelop your understanding of your own health and wellbeing to better lead and support your colleagues, and organisation.
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Self Care and Wellbeing: A Practical Guide for Health and Social Care
The University of EdinburghLearn practical self care exercises to manage stress and improve your wellbeing so you can care for others effectively.
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EduWeight: Weight Management for Adult Patients with Chronic Disease
The University of MelbourneHelp your patients living with chronic disease to make long-term lifestyle changes related to eating and physical activity.
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Glaucoma: A Public Health Approach to Preventing Blindness
London School of Hygiene & Tropical MedicineDevelop a public health understanding of glaucoma, its lifelong management, and raising awareness for better quality eye care.
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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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Observing Earth From Space
The University of EdinburghFind out how the Earth is observed by hundreds of satellites, how they do it, and what this means for the future.
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Taking Control of Your Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis
The University of MelbourneLearn about hip and knee osteoarthritis and strategies to manage pain, including exercise, healthy weight, and pain relief.
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Body Image and Mental Health in Young People
Mental Health FoundationLearn more about how to support children and young people with their body image and mental health.
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Learning During and After COVID-19: Developing Online Education Programmes
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa TongarewaAdapt your education programmes in settings beyond the classroom and learn how to develop virtual experiences to support learners.
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The Science of Sleep and Dreams
New ScientistDelve into sleep science to understand why we sleep and dream, how it affects the mind and body, and how to improve your sleep.
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Physiology: The Science of Life
University of LiverpoolExplore human physiology, how key physiological systems work, and the ways to analyse their function in action.
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Nutrition and Wellbeing
University of AberdeenDemystify the complex world of nutrition, health, and wellbeing and discover how to apply nutrition concepts to your own diet.
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Supporting Individuals with Health Conditions Into Work: The Role of the Clinical Team
Social FinanceFind out how clinicians can work with Employment Specialists to improve employment rates for those with health conditions.
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Fashion and Gaming: How Luxury Fashion Brands Use Gamification
The HopenclassWhere does fashion intersect with gaming? Learn how luxury fashion brands build equity with help from the gaming industry.
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Earth and Life
FutureLearnFrom the beginning to where we are now, explore the formation of the Earth and the history of life on the blue planet.
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The Future of Life
FutureLearnExplore the threats facing human civilisation on Earth and discover the possible ways that we could colonise other planets.
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Icy Moons and Exoplanets
FutureLearnExplore the potential for life on icy moons, what exoplanets look like, and the role biosignatures play in the search for life.
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Preparing for PTE Academic
YouSTUDY International CollegeDevelop confidence and prepare for success by understanding the structure and learning outcomes of the PTE Academic test.
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Ultrasound Imaging: What Is Inside?
University of TwenteWhat is an ultrasound scan, and how do they work? Discover the science of ultrasound and understand its clinical uses.
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Personal Trainer's Toolkit: Build a Fitness Business
Central Queensland UniversityTurn your passion for fitness into a successful and socially responsible business with specialist advice from CQUniversity.
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Travelling Books: History in Europe and Japan
Keio UniversityDiscover how travelling books sparked cultural exchanges between Europe and Japan, and how they live on in the digital era.
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Habitability
FutureLearnLearn what makes the Earth so special, and why ‘habitable’ doesn’t always mean ‘inhabited’.
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Mini Medical School: Introduction to Medical Science
University of ColoradoDiscover the science underpinning modern medical practice today and how to maintain and promote good physical and mental health.
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Youth Mental Health: Supporting Young People Using a Trauma Informed Practice
Mental Health FoundationLearn supportive skills from counsellors, youth workers, and mental health professionals to aid young people’s mental wellbeing.
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COVID-19: Psychological First Aid
UK Health Security AgencyGet psychological first aid (PFA) training and help people with different needs to cope with the emotional impact of COVID-19.
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Physiotherapy Exercise and Physical Activity for Knee Osteoarthritis (PEAK - PORTUGUESE)
The University of MelbourneExplorar exercícios e estratégias para minimizar a dor e melhorar a mobilidade de pacientes com osteoartrite do joelho.
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Physiotherapy Exercise and Physical Activity for Knee Osteoarthritis (PEAK - ESPAÑOL)
The University of MelbourneExplore ejercicios y estrategias para minimizar el dolor y mejorar la movilidad de los pacientes con artrosis de rodilla.
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Introduction to Social Care
The Open UniversityGain an introduction to social care and understanding of paid and unpaid care work in today’s social care sector.
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International Logistics
Coventry UniversityExplore the importance of international logistics and develop your understanding of logistics management at a strategic level.
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Preparing Healthy Meals for Dietary Requirements with BBC Good Food
BBC Good FoodGain the skills to prepare healthy, balanced, and delicious meals for special dietary needs including vegan and food allergens.
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Inclusive Education: Understanding Special Educational Needs
The Open UniversityGain vital insights and perspectives to help you provide more inclusive support for children with special educational needs.
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Clinical Bioinformatics: Unlocking Genomics in Healthcare
The University of ManchesterLearn about the role of clinical bioinformaticians in healthcare and how their work is helping to realise the genomics revolution.
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Japanese Culture Through Rare Books
Keio UniversityExplore the important roles that books have played in the cultural history of Japan.
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Online Teaching: Accessibility and Inclusive Learning
The Open UniversityMake your online teaching accessible and learn how to plan, design, and deliver inclusive learning and teaching online.