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Natural Sciences Courses

Natural sciences courses can help you learn about biological systems, chemical reactions, physical laws, and ecological principles. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking while exploring topics like genetics, thermodynamics, and environmental science. Many courses introduce tools such as laboratory equipment, statistical software, and simulation models, that support conducting experiments and analyzing scientific data.

Popular Natural Sciences Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Infographics, Text Mining, Network Model, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

    ★ 4.5 (34K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Excellence in Online Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Community Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication

    ★ 4.5 (74) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Economie du sol et de l'immobilier I

    Skills you'll gain: Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Return On Investment, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Analysis, Finance, Real Estate Sales, Investments, Economics, Capital Budgeting, Land Management, Market Dynamics, Estimation, Financial Forecasting, Competitive Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (265) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Innovación Educativa

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Solution Design, digital literacy, Entrepreneurship, Creative Thinking

    ★ 4.7 (257) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Threat Management, Computer Security

    ★ 4.7 (632) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    The Economics of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Development, AI literacy, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Automation, Labor Relations, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis, Innovation, Production Process

    ★ 4.5 (90) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Digital pedagogy, Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, digital literacy, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics - The Big Picture

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Financial Policy, Market Dynamics, Socioeconomics, Business Economics, General Finance, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Tax, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Investments, Labor Relations, Financial Systems, Cost Benefit Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

    ★ 4.8 (71) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Introduction to Early Childhood

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Special Education, Education and Training, Teaching, Family Support, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Positive Behavior Support, Curriculum Development, Policy Development, Creativity, Communication

    ★ 4.9 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Conceptos básicos para la igualdad de género

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    ★ 4.8 (667) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Interviewing Skills, Statistical Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research, Science and Research, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Case Studies, Data Mining, Qualitative Research, Research Reports, Big Data, Report Writing

    ★ 4.9 (25) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    Interactive Teaching(インタラクティブ・ティーチング)

    Skills you'll gain: Syllabus Development, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Instructional Design, Higher Education, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Goal Setting, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

    ★ 4.9 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular natural sciences courses

  • Applied Data Science with Python: University of Michigan
  • Excellence in Online Teaching: Johns Hopkins University
  • Economie du sol et de l'immobilier I: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System
  • The Economics of AI: University of Virginia
  • e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics - The Big Picture: Rice University
  • Introduction to Early Childhood: The State University of New York
  • Conceptos básicos para la igualdad de género: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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