This ten-week online course will survey the range of techniques and methodologies used to determine the nature and composition of nanoparticles, thin films and nanostructures. It includes a hands-on visit to Begbroke Science Park over two days.
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How old is the universe? How unusual is the Solar System? How will it all end? Oxford astronomers Chris Lintott and Robert Simpson provide an overview of the last 13.7 billion years of cosmic evolution, answering these questions and more.
Investigate the power of maps and spatial data to document and illustrate local and global issues. Learn how to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to explore the world around you and share ideas.
Develop a practical understanding of geological landscapes in Oxfordshire and adjacent counties. See the rock outcrops and learn techniques for geological fieldwork by visiting geological localities within driving distance of Oxford.
Cancer is a devastating disease where what used to be a normal cell yesterday transforms into a tumour cell today. Understanding the disease biology is the first learning step towards discovering new treatments. This course introduces cancer biology.
Explore the rich natural history of Port Meadow through five guided field sessions. Discover wildflowers, insects and other wetland species while learning how flooding and grazing shape this unique Oxford landscape.
This five-day course provides an overview of the regulatory, financial, clinical and commercial challenges faced by those wishing to bring innovative nanotechnologies to market.
The eternal fascination of artists, scientists, film-makers and writers alike, we explore the myriad manifestations of humankind’s engagement with time – from scratches on stone to the Theory of Relativity, from art-house cinema to the metaphysical novel.
Journey through the cosmos: from Earth and the Solar System to distant galaxies and black holes. This visually rich course explores the universe’s origins, evolution, and the ongoing search for life beyond our planet.
A non-mathematical overview of the current scientific understanding of space and time. Including an introduction to Einstein's theory of relativity, its consequences and applications.
Explore what makes a planet habitable. This course traces Earth’s unique story, from the origins of the Universe to modern planetary science, examining how life emerges and what it means for our search for worlds beyond our own.
From DNA and quantum mechanics to plate tectonics and radio communications, this course offers detailed appraisals of the startling intellectual and technical 20th century achievements forged in peace and war.