This MOOC is about demystifying research and research methods. It will outline the fundamentals of doing research, aimed primarily, but not exclusively, at the postgraduate level. It places the student experience at the centre of our endeavours by engaging learners in a range of robust and challenging discussions and exercises befitting SOAS, University of London's status as a … [Read more...] about Understanding Research Methods
Physical Science and Engineering
Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets
Most of the phenomena in the world around you are, at the fundamental level, based on physics, and much of physics is based on mechanics. Mechanics begins by quantifying motion, and then explaining it in terms of forces, energy and momentum. This allows us to analyse the operation of many familiar phenomena around us, but also the mechanics of planets, stars and galaxies. This … [Read more...] about Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets
Transmission electron microscopy for materials science
Learn about the fundamentals of transmission electron microscopy in materials sciences: you will be able to understand papers where TEM has been used and have the necessary theoretical basis for taking a practical training on the TEM. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to transmission electron microscopy (TEM) in the field of materials science. For an … [Read more...] about Transmission electron microscopy for materials science
Astronomy: Exploring Time and Space
This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy. We will help you get up to date on the most recent astronomical discoveries while also providing support at an introductory level for those who have no background in science. … [Read more...] about Astronomy: Exploring Time and Space
Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities
How can we shape our urban development towards sustainable and prosperous futures? This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation and sustainability. We examine how visions, … [Read more...] about Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities
