• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Material Science

Material Science Courses

Material science courses can help you learn about the properties of materials, material selection, nanotechnology, and the principles of thermodynamics. You can build skills in analyzing material behavior, conducting experiments, and applying statistical methods to interpret data. Many courses introduce tools such as scanning electron microscopes, X-ray diffraction, and software for modeling material properties, that support practical applications in industries like aerospace, electronics, and biomedical engineering.

Popular Material Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Survey Creation, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Computer Science, Software Testing, Algorithms, Code Reusability, Graph Theory, C and C++, Computational Logic, Memory Management, Software Design

    ★ 4.5 (7.3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux, SQL, Linux Administration, Unix Commands, File Management, Unix Shell, Query Languages, Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Relational Databases, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Accounts

    ★ 4.8 (6.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Análisis de Datos de Google

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Presentations, Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Ggplot2, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Tableau Software, Data Processing, Dashboard, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, File Management

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Office, Data Mining

    ★ 4.7 (4.8K) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Our Earth's Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Mitigation, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Discussion Facilitation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.7 (818) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Power BI, Data Analysis, Timelines, Data Management, Data Wrangling, Data Entry, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation

    ★ 4.7 (5.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Introduction to GIS Mapping

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, File Management

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability Distribution

    ★ 4.6 (4.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to CSS3

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development Tools, Web Development, Typography, Programming Principles, Debugging

    ★ 4.8 (9.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 1

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms, Code Reusability

    ★ 4.9 (7.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Data Manipulation, Simulations, Statistical Software, Statistical Visualization, grep, Data Processing, Graphing, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation, Package and Software Management

    ★ 4.7 (8.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…303132…834

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular material science courses

  • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL: Google
  • Análisis de Datos de Google: Google
  • Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Our Earth's Future: American Museum of Natural History
  • Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • Introduction to GIS Mapping: University of Toronto
  • Game Theory: Stanford University
  • Introduction to CSS3: University of Michigan

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok