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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.


Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Ordered Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Data Storage, Algorithms, Data Storage Technologies, Database Systems, Database Theory, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    922 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Data Visualization using Plotly

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Python Programming

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    BigQuery Soccer Data Ingestion

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Cloud Storage, Query Languages, Data Import/Export, Data Migration, Analytics, Data Science, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Spreadsheet Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Quantitative Research, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Statistics, R (Software), Predictive Analytics, Query Languages, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, SQL

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Data Preparation and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Cleansing, Power BI, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Data Validation, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export, Data Storage

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Databases, Big Data, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of London

    International Foundation Programme for Computer Science (IFP)

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Databases, Descriptive Statistics, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Simulations, Statistical Inference, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, SQL, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Algebra, Computational Logic, Calculus, Trigonometry, Logical Reasoning

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Data Visualization Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Histogram

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Prepare for the Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Marketing, Data Analysis, Resource Utilization, Marketing Effectiveness, Registration, Statistical Methods, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Driven Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Variance Analysis, Sampling (Statistics)

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Architecture and Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Instrumental Music, Hydraulics, Geometry, Manufacturing Processes, Vibrations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Unordered Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Unstructured Data, Network Routing, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    557 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Ordered Data Structures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Data Visualization using Plotly: Coursera
  • BigQuery Soccer Data Ingestion: Google Cloud
  • Fundamentals of Data Analysis: LearnQuest
  • Data Preparation and Management: Microsoft
  • BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis : Google Cloud
  • International Foundation Programme for Computer Science (IFP): University of London
  • Data Visualization Best Practices: University of California, Irvine
  • Prepare for the Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam: Meta
  • Data Driven Decision Making: University of Colorado Boulder

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