OlexwebThe facts, in its own words
- Wikiversity hosts over 37,000 learning resources“with 37,581 learning resources and growing.”, en.wikiversity.org
- It is a Wikimedia Foundation project for open learning“Wikiversity is a Wikimedia Foundation project for openly creating and sharing learning resources, collaborative learning projects, and research.”, en.wikiversity.org
- Supports all levels and types of learning“It supports all levels and types of learning — from early childhood and school education to university study, professional development, and informal lifelong learning.”, en.wikiversity.org
- Built by educators, students, researchers, and curious learners“Wikiversity is built by educators, students, researchers, and curious learners.”, en.wikiversity.org
- Content can be freely reused and modified“Click on the image for a full size version which you can freely re-use and modify. Print it and use it for your lessons, integrate it into your pages on Wikiversity, or use it in other learning resources and websites.”, en.wikiversity.org
- Available in 16 languages“Wikiversity is also available in other languages: Deutsch • Français • Русский • 中文 • Italiano • Čeština • Português • Español • العربية • Svenska • Slovenščina • Suomi • Ελληνικά • हिन्दी • 한국어 • 日本語 • Other”, en.wikiversity.org
- Hosted by the non-profit Wikimedia Foundation“Wikiversity is hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation, a non-profit organization that also hosts a range of other multilingual and free-content projects.”, en.wikiversity.org
Free. All resources are free to use, reuse, and modify “Set learning free with 37,581 learning resources and growing.”
- Students seeking free structured courses and study materials
- Educators looking for openly licensed teaching resources
- Lifelong learners exploring new subjects at their own pace
- Researchers and collaborators building open learning projects
Up and running today
- 01Visit en.wikiversity.org and browse by subject (Arts, Science, Technology, etc.) or use the search box
- 02Take the guided tour to learn navigation and how to find courses
- 03Join the Colloquium discussion if you have questions
- 04Create a free account to edit, add content, or track your learning
- 05Explore featured projects like Observational Astronomy to see collaborative learning in action
Wikiversity is a genuine open-education goldmine: thousands of free, reusable resources across every discipline, backed by the Wikimedia Foundation. It shines for self-directed learners and educators who want adaptable materials without paywalls. The wiki format means quality varies — some courses are polished, others are stubs — so treat it as a starting point, not a curated curriculum.
- Finding free, reusable course materials and diagrams
- Self-paced learning across academic and practical topics
- Contributing to or starting collaborative learning projects
- Accessing educational media (images, diagrams) with clear reuse rights
- Content quality is uneven — some pages are comprehensive, others are outlines
- No formal certificates or credentials; it's not an accredited institution
- Navigation can feel overwhelming without using the guided tour or portals
Is Wikiversity free?
Yes. Wikiversity is hosted by the non-profit Wikimedia Foundation and all resources are openly licensed for free use, reuse, and modification.
How do I use Wikiversity?
Browse by subject portal, search for a topic, or take the guided tour. You can read without an account; create one to edit, add content, or participate in discussions.
Can I get a certificate from Wikiversity?
No. Wikiversity does not offer formal certificates, degrees, or accreditation. It provides open learning resources and collaborative projects for self-directed study.
Facts on this page are quoted from en.wikiversity.org and checked when written (8 November 2026). Sites change; check the site before you rely on details like prices.