Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Biostatistics, Health Systems, Descriptive Statistics, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Healthcare Ethics, Health Promotion, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Scientific Methods, Health Equity, Research Design, Occupational Health, Statistical Methods
Credit offered
Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, User Research, User Experience Design, Product Development, User Experience, Power Electronics, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Verification And Validation, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Control Systems, File Systems, Usability Testing, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Human Computer Interaction
Credit offered
Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Box Plots, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Image Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Network Analysis, Psychology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matlab, Neurology, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks