Cosmology, Astronomy and Space Exploration in the News
Cosmology, Astronomy and Space Exploration in the News
GENINT 721.491
Osher (50+). This course reviews what we already know about the universe, theories about the origin of the universe, and the latest cosmic discoveries and space news.
Duration
As few as 8 weeks
Units
0.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $135.00
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Understand basic cosmology
Understand the basics of Big Bang theory, multi-verses, and space exploration
Analyze current events and news pieces
Analyze implications of cosmology, astronomy, and space exploration
About This Course
Due to advances in technology, what we thought we knew about the fundamentals of cosmology, astronomy and space exploration is evolving almost daily. In this course, we explore the latest concepts, news and discoveries regarding multiverses, gravitational waves, black holes, neutron stars, exoplanets, and the beginning of our universe. We also follow the progress of NASA's and ESA's missions to the moon, Mars, and Europa—Jupiter's ice-covered moon and more.
Spring 2026 Schedule
Date
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Format
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Wednesday 6:30PM - 8:30PM PT
Live Online
Remote Classroom
Notes
Plus members pay only $40 for this course. Visitors not permitted. Please download a free version of zoom at https://zoom.us/ to participate in this course.
You must be at least 50 years old and a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course. If your membership has expired or if you wish to become a new member, please proceed with enrolling in courses and you will be automatically prompted to add a membership during checkout.
Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 19, 2026
Schedule
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Date
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed Apr 22, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed Apr 29, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed May 6, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed May 13, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed May 20, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed May 27, 2026
6:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom