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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


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    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Professionalism, Business Ethics, Intercultural Competence, Strong Work Ethic, Telecommuting, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Management Systems, Cultural Sensitivity, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication

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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    What are the Chances? Probability and Uncertainty in Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Probability, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Combinatorics

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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Dénommer le monde : la politique des toponymes

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Geospatial Information and Technology, Public History, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity, Data Mapping, International Relations, Culture, Sustainable Development, Storytelling, World History, Case Studies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Public Relations, Social Media Management, Public Affairs, Facebook, Political Sciences, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Governance, Data Ethics, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Information Privacy, Stakeholder Analysis

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Creating a Visual Tasks Guide with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Education Software and Technology, Microsoft Office, Personal Development

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Implementation of PhET Activities for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Design Reviews, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, User Feedback, Experimentation

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Discussion Facilitation, Journalism, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Policy Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Teaching, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Diversity Awareness, Student Engagement, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Research, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Community Organizing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Public Works, Land Development, Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, Land Management, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Operational Analysis, Cost Management, Sustainable Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economic Development, Project Finance, Spatial Analysis, Transportation Operations, Finance, Demography

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Queen Mary University of London

    Cloud Computing Law: Law Enforcement, Competition, & Tax

    Skills you'll gain: Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cloud Services, Tax Compliance, Cloud Computing, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cloud Storage, Corporate Tax, Income Tax, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Access, Data Sharing, Digital Forensics, Interoperability, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Encouraging Student Growth with Teach Your Monster to Read

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Education Software and Technology

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Writing and Disseminating Grey Literature

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Photography, Content Creation, Visual Storytelling, Infographics, Writing, Driving engagement, Media and Communications, Social Media, Instagram

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • What are the Chances? Probability and Uncertainty in Statistics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Dénommer le monde : la politique des toponymes: University of Geneva
  • Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Creating a Visual Tasks Guide with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • Implementation of PhET Activities for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S. : University of Michigan
  • Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University : University of Michigan
  • African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Cloud Computing Law: Law Enforcement, Competition, & Tax: Queen Mary University of London

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