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Beginner's Guide To Ufology, UFO Studies, UAP

Name: Beginner's Guide To Ufology, UFO Studies, UAP
Rating: 4.4 (113 reviews)

A beginner's guide to the fascinating world of Ufology and UFO studies that lays the foundation for further research

Created byBen Lovegrove

Last updated 5/2026

English

What you'll learn

A crash course for beginners in the most recent events and theories
How the media treats the subject and why this must change
How to identify real UFOs and how to rule out mundane explanations
A review of the subject of disclosure and how it is unfolding
What the phenomena of UFO sightings may mean in terms of consciousness
Examples of personal accounts of close encounters

Course content

11 sections • 41 lectures • 4h 58m total length

Introduction4:09
What you can expect from this course and for whom it is designed.
About Me4:55
A few words about me and how the subject of UFOs has reached the status we sit it in today.
I started the website UfologyWeb.com in 2019 in order to help spread a little of the information currently circulating.
Some of what you're about to see is opinion based on the information available at the time. Those opinions may change as new information comes to light.
New material, exclusive to this course, will be added when I complete additional videos on emerging news stories, so enroll today and you'll have access to this material when it's published here.
"Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"5:10
It's important to maintain a sense of perspective. In this video we remind ourselves of how our technology can seem advanced but is probably still very primitive.

US Navy UFO Sighting Guidelines Updated6:42
A brief reminder of when the US Navy changed its guidelines for personnel reporting UAP sightings.
US Navy Confirms UFO Footage, Michio Kaku, Life on Exoplanets6:35
Three items of news in 2019 that were significant steps forward.
US Navy FLIR, GOFAST, and GIMBAL videos8:13
The three famous US Navy videos that are now in the public domain.
The Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon Task Force, Crashed UFOs7:30
The UAPTF and Area 51 - some updates.
Admiral Wilson Documents aka Wilson/Davis or EWD Notes9:08
These 15 pages have proved to be very interesting indeed.
Bob Lazar, Dreamland, and the flying saucers of Area 514:54
A review of Bob Lazar's book "Dreamland"
Why Some (But Not All) UFO Sightings Can Be Explained By Human Activity8:13
Why some of the more recent UFO sightings might be due to the abundance of drones.

Ufology & Ufologists7:24
Paying people for their work seems to be a touchy subject in the world of UFO studies. There are many genuine researchers and there also some snake oil salesmen making a fast buck out of the subject.
4 Reasons Why Ufology and UFO Studies Need To Go Mainstream8:50
It's time the subject of UFO/UAP went mainstream and was given the respect it deserves.
How to spot a UFO. How to rule out false UFO sightings and record genuine close11:23
How to spot a real UFO and how to rule out prosaic explanations.

Is Disclosure happening? Is the reality of extraterrestrials being confirmed?8:46
Are we at last seeing the wall of secrecy starting to crack?
Disclosure is happening but it's a process not an event5:43
The slow and sometimes frustrating process of disclosure is ongoing.
Will contact with non-human intelligences be confirmed this year?9:08
Every day there are fresh UFO sightings but what will it all mean today, tomorrow, or next week?
The Debrief, UAPTF, UFOs, UAPs, USOs, and Disclosure8:22
Some thoughts on the the Debrief's publications in December 2020
Review: A.D. After Disclosure: When the Government Finally Reveals the Truth4:23
Although over ten years old now this book is as relevant today as it was when it was first published.

MSM Attitudes to UFO Sightings. Is the Media waking up?4:25
In light of several articles in the mainstream press it seems the MSM is finally starting to wake up.
Disinformation, Misinformation, and UFO Secrecy7:01
How disinformation is used to distract attention and misinformation creates additional confusion
Project Mockingbird, Fake News, Media Manipulation7:55
A brief description of Operation Mockingbird and the techniques used.
Top 8 Best Films about UFOs, Ufology, and Ufologists11:08
There are some excellent films to watch with regard to UFO sightings and experiences. Here's a short list.

What is the TR-3B Black Triangle UFO?9:06
There are have so many reports of black triangles that they have almost become commonplace is some areas
TR-3A Black Manta, TR-3B Astra - Fresh Black Triangle Sightings4:12
Some additional reports of black triangle UFOs from around the world
The TR6 Telos Transatmospheric Vehicle5:59
The TR6 Telos - is it real or is this a hoax?
Was a UFO seen on Mars? Curiosity Rover Photo Anomalies2:12
Photographic anomaly? A glitch in the software? Or was something there?

Can Meditation Be Used For Telepathic Communication?5:23
Here I explore the link between consciousness, meditation, and UFO sightings
Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind, CE-5 Protocols8:27
Can human beings initiate contact with ETI? According to those who've tried the CE-5 protocols, yes, they can. Some have criticised Dr Greer for the fees he collects for field trips and for the way he's promoting his message. However, you can still adopt these methods without going on any paid field trips.

Deep Prasad, Close Encounter, ET Data Download7:19
One man's description of his vivid close encounter and the data download that resulted from it
44: An ex-Soldier's True Story Of Lifelong ET Abductions & Paranormal Encounters6:20
The incredible story of one man's lifelong experiences of contact.
Eklectia - Compilation Album Featuring Extraterrestrial Experiencers3:17
Something unique in the world UFOs - a compilation of music tracks each written by someone who has had a close encounter.

What or who makes Crop Circles? Are Crop Circles Real?6:19
Some say there are two or possibly three explanations for crop circles. What's your view?
Are UFOs and Crop Circles Calls to Consciousness?12:03
What if crop circles and formations were created by or designed for consciousness?
The Wessex Triangle: Winchester's UFOs and Crop Cirles in the 1970s15:46
The Wessex Triangle is an area of intense paranormal activity in southern England

Requirements

You need an open mind, a strong sense of curiosity, and the motivation to explore in detail

Description

Unlock the Mysteries of the Skies: An Essential Guide to Ufology

Have you ever found yourself captivated by the enigmatic phenomena of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs), only to be overwhelmed by the deluge of information available online?
Are you considering diving into ufology as a part-time researcher, a dedicated blogger, or even as an author?
Or perhaps you need a foundational understanding of the subject for an existing project, article, or book you're working on?

Why This Course?

With over four decades of active interest and research into UFO phenomena, I bring a balanced and insightful perspective to a topic often subject to public ridicule, denial, and scepticism. The subject has recently garnered renewed attention, partly due to significant sightings, such as the encounters involving the USS Nimitz and USS Roosevelt, which captivated researchers and broad-minded journalists alike.

In the last two decades, accounts of black triangular crafts and enigmatic aerial phenomena exhibiting signs of intelligent control have multiplied. The need for a sober, analytical approach to such intriguing yet contested incidents is greater than ever.

What You'll Learn

In this course, I offer an easy-to-understand, yet comprehensive introduction to ufology. Here's what you can expect:

Deciphering the Phenomena: Learn to distinguish between natural, astronomical, and meteorological phenomena, as well as man-made objects like aircraft, spacecraft, and space debris.
Critical Thinking: Develop the analytical skills to dissect eyewitness accounts, video footage, and official reports, discerning the credible from the sensational.
Open-Minded Exploration: Equip yourself with the tools to approach the subject with an open mind, considering both conventional explanations and less commonly accepted theories.
Navigating Public Opinion: Gain valuable insights into why the subject often faces ridicule and denial, and how to navigate discussions with a balanced viewpoint.

Who Should Enroll?

Whether you're a UFO enthusiast eager to build a solid foundation for deeper investigation, or a project-based learner needing a quick yet thorough briefing, this course is designed to help you develop the analytical mindset crucial for serious inquiry into the world of ufology.

So why wait? Enrol now to begin your journey into the compelling universe of UFO studies, where the sky isn't the limit—it's just the beginning.

Who this course is for:

Journalists, bloggers, authors, YouTubers etc who want to quickly get up to speed on this subject
Anyone interested in UFO (unidentified flying objects) and UAP (unidentified aerial phenomena)
Anyone interested in the possiblity of alien races and extraterrestrial lifeforms
Anyone interested in the paranormal and metaphysics
Anyone interested in military aviation and unmanned aviation
Anyone interested in astrophysics and astronomy

Beginner's Guide To Ufology, UFO Studies, UAP

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Introduction3 lectures • 14min

UFOs & UAPs in the 21st Century7 lectures • 51min

UFOs and Ufologists3 lectures • 28min

Disclosure5 lectures • 36min

UFOs and the media4 lectures • 30min

UFO sightings and types of craft4 lectures • 21min

Consciousness and Contact2 lectures • 14min

Personal Stories of Close Encounters3 lectures • 17min

UFOs and crop circles3 lectures • 34min

What else is going on up there in Earth orbit?2 lectures • 15min

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