Futurelearn

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Discover how social transformation can help us tackle the climate crisisThe harsh realities of global warming and climate change often make people feel helpless, but there is a lot that can be done. This three-week...

Explore the theories on how life on Earth came to beThe mystery of life’s origins on Earth has been slowly chipped away as scientists discover more and more evidence to support their theories. On this...

Journey to alien worlds here on EarthDiscover the fascinating life that thrives in places humans can’t survive, from the Atacama desert in Chile to Lake Vostok under the ice of Antarctica. On this three-week course,...

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Not so long ago on exoplanets far, far awayThere are billions of stars outside our solar system, many with planets of their own orbiting them. Exoplanets are these planets that exist outside our solar system....

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Understand the weather Ever wondered what the difference between a hurricane, cyclone and typhoon is? Or what a ‘front’ is? Or asked how weather warnings are issued? Maybe you’ve even spoken about the weather today....

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Take a front-row ride to the red planetWhat’s it made of? Is there water there? Can we live there? These are the biggest questions experts are asking about Mars, and they’re getting ever closer to...

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Will humans become multi-planet species one day? On this three-week course, Dr Louisa Preston reflects on everything you’ve learned throughout this ExpertTrack to answer the question, what does all this mean for human life in...

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Uncover the past, present, and future of the causes of climate changeThis free online course provides the basis for understanding the underlying physical processes governing climate variations in the past, present and future. On this...

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Explore the fundamentals of humanitarian action A timely and efficient humanitarian response can save lives during emergencies and disasters. A good knowledge of emergency preparedness and disaster management is vital, not only for saving lives...

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Explore the different areas affected by climate changeThe impacts of climate change are being felt worldwide and across many areas of life. This includes our food, our physical and mental health, where and how we...

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Learn how alternate forms of tourism contribute to sustainability in the sectorOn this course, you’ll look at tourism’s global impact in relation to the world’s environmental, economic and cultural issues. You’ll be given the chance...

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Teach the causes of climate change, and how we can mitigate global warmingOn this course, you’ll learn how to successfully teach climate change to secondary school students aged 11-14 years old. You’ll learn about the...

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From environmental tech to green design, find your way in sustainable innovationAre you curious about how you can use technology to solve our climate crisis? Sustainability is one of the most pressing cultural, societal, and...

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Explore the role of low carbon transport technologies in tackling climate changeThis course explores the key transport technologies, trends, and policies that are enabling a transition to low emission vehicles. You’ll build a strong understanding...

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Investigate how you can utilise renewable resourcesWith a predicted global population of nine billion people in 2050, a well-documented climate crisis, and a global food waste problem, the world needs to change. On this course,...

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Explore the relationship between nature connection and the climate crisisToo often we see nature as something to use, control, or as a threat to us. The climate crisis and wildlife emergency show that the existing...

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Improve your English language skills to help drive changeWith sustainability practices now included in many different environments, it’s important to understand the basic concepts of sustainability to help you communicate in your personal and profess...

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Improve your language skills with the Nelson Marlborough Institute of TechnologyThe themes of conservation and sustainability are present in most major academic English exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, and NZCEL. This four-week course will prepare...

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Explore sustainable energy with the experts at the University of CanterburyTo tackle the climate crisis, it’s important for us all to understand the complex problems we face and the significant transformational changes required. On this...

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Explore sustainable solutions to environmental issues like changing glaciersOur energy use is unsustainable, we’re producing waste plastic that’s endangering oceans, and large parts of the natural world are disappearing. We know our planet is facing...