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Overview
Space, the final frontier. Many of us have heard this phrase in our lives but how many of us believed we could actually explore that frontier? Regardless of your major or area of expertise, if you are interested in being a part of space, the Pathway to Space course offered by Coursera in partnership with University of Colorado Boulder is for you. Our species has only scratched the surface of understanding the cosmos. To further our knowledge of the universe requires the skills and talents of all people. Enter this specialization saying, “I like space…” and exit it saying, “I better understand space and have an idea of the path I can take to be a part of its exploration.” Our journey together begins with Course 1: Our Place in the Cosmos where we cover how our species’s wonder about space led to our current understanding of the cosmos and tools used to gain that knowledge. Course 2: Getting There and Going Beyond covers what defines space and the ways we explore our solar system and beyond. Course 3: The Business, Politics, Policy, and Players of Space Programs explores the components, mechanisms, and people that bring space missions into reality. Course 4: Space is Everywhere explores how art, music, books, comics, movies, and more are influenced by our wonder and love for the cosmos. This specialization is taught in a fun and engaging way from the bridge of my spaceship studio, the “USS Pathway”, and is unlike any other course you’ve ever taken. So sign up, step on board the ship, and together we’ll discover your Pathway to Space.
Applied Learning Project
Pathway to Space is a discussion based course, in which learners have the opportunity to critically and creatively think about their place in the cosmos and their relationship to space. In addition, learners will test their knowledge through a series of short quizzes along the way.
What You Will Learn:
- You will learn about the cosmos and your place in it, the ways we explore space, and how people and politics play a role in what we learn.
- You will learn how space influences everything in our world, all while finding your pathway to space.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Our Place in the Cosmos
- Getting There and Going Beyond
- The Business, Politics, Policy, & Players of Space Programs
- Space is Everywhere
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Visit programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Astronomy & Space Sciences View 10 other Short Courses in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Beginner level
- The only background you need to be successful in this specialization is an interest in space.
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International
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National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD for the full programme during 4 months.
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.
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