Naturally Curious

Unlock your curiosity with online courses on nature from London's Natural History Museum.
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Learn from our experts

Go behind the scenes

Get to know our leading scientists and curators and be introduced to the most extensive natural history collection in the world.

Learn at your own pace

With lifetime access to each and every course you purchase, you’ll be able to learn wherever and whenever is best for you.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Naturally Curious?

Naturally Curious is a series of courses about the natural world created by London’s Natural History Museum.

These pre-recorded, video-based courses are led by our world-leading experts and are supported with detailed course notes. They cover a range of topics, from the biology of snakes to the future of the green economy.

How does it work?

Simply buy one of our Naturally Curious courses and you’ll get lifetime access to the course. You’ll be able to watch the videos at your own pace, wherever and whenever you chose on your computer, mobile or tablet.

Where is Naturally Curious available?

Our Naturally Curious courses are currently only available in the UK, but we’re hoping to launch them in more countries soon. To keep up to date with when they’re available in your area, subscribe to our newsletter.

How much does a Naturally Curious course cost?

Each Naturally Curious course is priced at £49.99, but you can unlock access to all of our courses for only £14 per month with a subscription. Learn more here.

Are more courses coming out?

Yes! We’re always developing new courses on exciting topics to share the wonder of the natural world.

Check out our Course Catalogue to see what's coming soon, subscribe to our newsletter so you never miss a new release.

Who are these courses for?

Our Naturally Curious courses are for anyone with an interest in the natural world. You don’t need a higher education degree in science or any specialist knowledge to take part, just a passion to learn more about our planet. All our courses are beginner friendly and while they’re suitable for everyone, they are aimed at those aged 18 years and over.

Are the courses subtitled?

Yes, all our courses have English subtitles. We also have a downloadable PDF course booklet with course summaries, more information and extra resources so you can dive deeper into the topic.

Do the courses have deadlines?

No, all our Naturally Curious courses are self-led meaning you can complete them at your own pace. Plus, our lifetime access means you can use your purchased course over and over again.

Will I receive a qualification?

No, our Naturally Curious courses are not accredited as higher education qualifications.

What is the refund policy?

You can receive a full refund for a course within 14 days of purchase only if you have not started to watch it. 

Is there a subscription? 

Yes, you can subscribe monthly for full access to all Naturally Curious courses, chapters and materials. Find out more here.

What’s the difference between buying one course and subscribing?

You can choose to buy a single course or subscribe monthly for access to all Naturally Curious courses. 

With a single course, you have lifetime access and can watch it anytime and download accompanying materials. 

A monthly subscription gives you unlimited access to every course, allowing you to watch each one as often as you like and download the accompanying course notes.  You can cancel anytime, and the payment is billed monthly. Find out more here

Will I access new courses with a subscription? 

Subscribers will have instant access to new courses as soon as they’re released. Courses in the Coming Soon section may be available outside of your monthly subscription period.

If you have questions about an upcoming course, email us at short.courses@nhm.ac.uk. 

Is there a free trial for subscription? 

Yes, you are entitled to a 7-day free trial for our monthly subscription plan. Find out more here

What payment methods are accepted?

Most major credit and debit cards are accepted, including Visa and Mastercard, along with Google Pay and Apple Pay. Please note that PayPal is not currently supported.