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About the Course

How are astronomers approaching their search for life in the universe? What have we learned from the surge of exoplanets discoveries? How likely is it that Earth does not host the only life in the Universe? In this course we explore the field of astrobiology, an emerging multidisciplinary field. Progress in astrobiology is driven by telescopes on the ground and in space, and by new insights on how life emerged on Earth and its diversity. The topics in this course range from the science of how exoplanets are detected, to the chemistry that supports the argument that the ingredients for life are common in the Universe. We will follow the analyses of experts in chemistry, astronomy, geology and archaeology to build a strong foundation of understanding. By the final assignment, students will be equipped with the knowledge necessary to identify what makes a planet habitable, and how likely it is that life exists there. Students will graduate from this course informed about one of the most exciting fields in all of science, and ready to discuss the current exoplanet news stories and discoveries....

Top reviews

BP

Jul 2, 2020

This is my first course in coursera. The material and explanation given by the instructor was awesome. I really learned a lot. Peer graded assingments really helped me to knew the concept very well.

DW

Sep 11, 2021

Excellent teaching style, easy to digest sometimes-difficult information, tests got to the main points of the sections, instructor has a nice, easy to follow style of delivering info. Great Course!

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By MILIND U

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Sep 23, 2020

It's a course and a subject which will stay with you for a long time as the knowledge gained is immensely rewarding and interdisciplinary. You'll get to know more about the universe by delving into various fields of science like physics, astronomy, genetics, biology, geology etc.

By Parth j

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Jul 8, 2020

I have learnt many new things about our universe after doing this course and Sir Chris Impey really makes all the complex stuff easy for us. If you are curious about the universe and often ask the question about Extra-terrestrial life , this course is for you, Thank You !

By Patrick P V

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May 4, 2022

Enormously enjoyed taking part in this course. Prof. Chris Impey is a great teacher; his enthusiam and love for his field of work and clear explanations were of great help and cleared up the many questions there were. Looking forward to a sequel Chris!

By Phil A

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Nov 7, 2021

A truly informative and fascinating course.

My only criticism is that, while I accept that the USA still uses the Fahrenheit scale, most countries use the Celsius scale. It would be even better, as this is a science course, if the Kelvin scale was used.

By Afshin H

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Jan 10, 2021

It was an excellent course. I hope professor Impey and his team design other courses to continue this course at the intermediate and advanced level, and students becomes more familiar with astrobiology with more details. My thanks and appreciation.

By Dimitris S

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Mar 13, 2022

Well done, well structured, well-mastered course. I enjoyed every minute. Prof Impey is my favorite. I appreciate so much his work and his ability to explain in such a simple way complex conceptions. I am grateful. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

By Andrew D

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Nov 17, 2020

Excellent introduction to the subject, with high quality materials and opportunities for live sessions and Q&A's. Active forums and discussion help provide stimulus for further reading and taking the subject further. Highly recommend.

By Ivan A

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Dec 5, 2022

This is one of the most exceptional courses on Coursera that I have attended. I strongly recommend it to anyone. It exceeded my expectations and it is very up to date covering the discoveries in past 20 years. Keep up the good work!

By Tiago d S P

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Mar 21, 2021

O curso proporcionou conhecimento importante do campo da astrobiologia, dando nos dados e o real avanço da ciência nessa área, nós aprofundando na curiosidade de conhecer um pouco mais sobre o universo, que está aí para descobrimos.

By Chris K

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Jan 24, 2022

The peer-reviewed assignments are an excellent way of showing understanding of the subject material. I would like the opportunity to be able to discuss and debate the choices for the last assignment with other course participants.

By Aanvita S

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Sep 29, 2022

This course really helped me to expand my knowledge in the fascinating subject of Astrobiology. The video lectures given by Prof. Impey were totally awesome and easily understandable. I would highly recommend taking this course.

By Danny W

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Jul 30, 2021

An excellent course. Very interesting content with thought-provoking assignments. I enjoyed the lectures, each was well presented and delivered. I would recommend this course to anyone curious about astrobiology and the cosmos.

By Ramkumar V

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Mar 30, 2023

Very fine course and I personally loved the instructor and his method of delivery. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to get to know about this subject. Thanks to the team who worked on putting this together.

By Pauline P

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Aug 10, 2021

A very interesting and thought provoking topic. The course was very well organised and each section was fascinating, I will definitely continue to learn about astrobiology. My only disappointment is the course has finished.

By Pamela R J

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Aug 18, 2020

Great lessons, great instructor and live sessions where you can ask all the questions you have about he course and extra astronomical topics. Thanks to the instructor Chris Impey and the team that made this course possible!!

By Valentina N

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Jan 11, 2023

I loved this course... absolutely unexpected how easy and relatable this very complex topic can be.

I even bought the book and I'm keeping up with the latest news on this very interesting topic.

Loved it!

Highly recommend it.

By Nelson M

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May 27, 2020

Finally I’m more aware of what surrounds me, in biological and astronomically point of view. This will be very important for my artistic research in the next futur. Thanks for creating this amazingly well structured course

By Swapna S

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Oct 26, 2021

Excellent course which provides an introduction to exoplanets, habitable zones, methods wtc. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Astronomy. Thanks to Prof. Impey and team for making this course available to us!

By Tom V

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Aug 8, 2021

"Chris Impey's astrobiology course is a fantastic way for anyone to better understand the science behind our search for life in the universe. I highly recommend it!" - Tom Vassos, Founder, CosmologistsWithoutBorders.org

By ༺Christie༻

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Oct 19, 2023

It was a great course! Super informative if you want to start learning the fundamentals of astrobiology. The course instructor is also great and explains everything thoroughly. I loved the live Q&A session aswell!

By Nawang S

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Aug 29, 2020

This was the first course I had taken in my life through coursera and I inexplicably enjoyed. The professor has an undoubtedly the best delivery I have heard so far. You will not regret taking this course.

By Gabriel D P

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Nov 16, 2020

Along with Astronomy: Exploring Time & Space also by the University of Arizona, this is one of the best and most enjoyable courses here in Coursera, especially if you have a great interest for astronomy.

By Colleen M

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Jul 12, 2023

Great course. I have finished except for 1 question in one aassignment I have tried 9 times for the correct answer, so have given up. This means that my course is unfinished. Very disappointing

By Dennis W

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Sep 12, 2021

Excellent teaching style, easy to digest sometimes-difficult information, tests got to the main points of the sections, instructor has a nice, easy to follow style of delivering info. Great Course!

By Darren B

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Sep 23, 2022

I really enjoyed the course. For me it was the right combination of real life information and data that pushed your thinking and thought processes without making it too difficult to grasp.