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    Find the Best Physics Course for Your Goals

    • É

      École Polytechnique

      Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Mechanics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      723 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Chemistry, Electronics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Laboratory Research, Chemical Engineering, Creative Design, Biochemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Motors and Motor Control Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics), Electrical Equipment, Embedded Software, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Design Specifications, System Requirements, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Components, Technical Standard

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      A

      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Materials Science

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Science, Physics, Semiconductors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
      K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Electrodynamics: Electric and Magnetic Fields

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Electronic Systems, Mechanics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      230 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Foundations of Quantum Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Physics, Mechanics, Probability, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physical Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Toronto

      Introduction to Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Embedded Software, Automation, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Computer Hardware, Risk Management Framework, Mechanics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Material Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Science, Engineering, Semiconductors, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Houston

      Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Electrical Systems, European History, Research, General Science and Research, World History, Mechanics, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Experimentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      858 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Spatial Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      836 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Biology, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Physics, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions: École Polytechnique
    • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Motors and Motor Control Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Materials Science : Arizona State University
    • Electrodynamics: Electric and Magnetic Fields: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Foundations of Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
    • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam: University of Houston
    • Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I: Universidad de los Andes

    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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