Science and Technology
Discover why some people love science and technology and why there is excitement in looking at the stars, in peering through a microscope and in formulae that unpack the secrets of our world. We have tutors who will demystify the theories and practices of these two building blocks of our knowledge of the world. Have fun, learn something new and join with fellow students to discover the joys of science and technology.
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The Fundamental Structure of Matter: Quarks, Gluons and the Higgs Particle
<p>The recent discovery of the Higgs particle completes the so-called Standard Model of the fundamental particles and forces of Nature. But there are still questions it doesn't answer. In this course
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On the Shoulders of Giants - Five Visionaries Who Changed Astronomy and Physics
<p>This five-week course is based on Stephen Hawking’s curated anthology <em>On the Shoulders of Giants</em>, showcasing the original writings of five scientific icons: Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler,
...On the Shoulders of Giants - Five Visionaries Who Changed Astronomy and Physics
<p>This five-week course is based on Stephen Hawking’s curated anthology <em>On the Shoulders of Giants</em>, showcasing the original writings of five scientific icons: Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler,
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AI and the Stars - How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionising Astronomy
<p>Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how astronomers study the Universe. From finding exoplanets to analysing gravitational waves, AI helps scientists handle massive data and make
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An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics
<p>The most common questions about Astronomy are: "How big is our Universe?" "How did our Universe come into existence?" "Where do we come from?" This short course explores these existential questions
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