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Academic Writing Courses

Academic writing courses can help you learn how to structure essays, develop thesis statements, and engage in critical analysis. You can build skills in crafting clear arguments, using evidence effectively, and adhering to various citation styles. Many courses introduce tools like citation management software and writing platforms that support drafting and editing, allowing you to refine your work and enhance clarity.


Popular Academic Writing Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Advanced Interviewing Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Recruitment, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Professionalism, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Python and Pandas for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, NumPy, Virtual Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    267 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Copyright Law in the Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Music, Litigation and Civil Justice, Musical Composition, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Assets, Legal Technology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    712 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Black-box and White-box Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Software Testing, Testability, Test Case, White-Box Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Test Engineering, Acceptance Testing, Test Planning, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Test Automation, JUnit, Java Programming

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    114 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Advanced Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Language Competency, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    131 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Informatics, Molecular Biology, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    284 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Mainframe Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, Systems Development, Debugging, Pseudocode, Virtualization, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Report Writing, Relational Databases, Software Testing, Technical Support, File I/O

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    141 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Principles of Secure Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Software Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Program Development, Vulnerability Assessments, C (Programming Language), Software Development Methodologies

    4.4
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    377 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    How to Create a Program Evaluation for Your Non-Profit

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Smart Goals, Surveys, Goal Setting, Survey Creation, Performance Measurement, Grant Writing, Data Collection, Research Methodologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Optical Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Design Software, Image Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Numerical Analysis, Electronic Components, System Design and Implementation, Systems Design, Human Factors, Applied Mathematics, Physics, System Configuration

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    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    375 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Relational Database Design

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Database Theory, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Modeling, Data Integrity, Diagram Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    335 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular academic writing courses

  • Advanced Interviewing Techniques: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Python and Pandas for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Copyright Law in the Music Business: Berklee
  • Black-box and White-box Testing: University of Minnesota
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Advanced Ⅰ: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
  • IBM Mainframe Developer: IBM
  • TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies: University of California, Irvine
  • Principles of Secure Coding: University of California, Davis
  • How to Create a Program Evaluation for Your Non-Profit : Coursera

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