Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Feasibility Studies, Ideation, Social Justice, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Community Development, Innovation, Case Studies, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Experimentation, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Quantitative Research, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies, Informatics, Cryptography, Linear Algebra, Computational Thinking, Information Technology, Physics, Mathematical Modeling
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Data Pipelines, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Matplotlib, Random Forest Algorithm, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Science, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Tensorflow, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Vision
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Environmental Policy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Emergency Response, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Media and Communications, Neurology, Maternal Health, Diagnostic Tests, Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Scalability, Deep Learning, Software Development, C++ (Programming Language), Machine Learning Methods, Performance Tuning, C and C++, Linear Algebra, Distributed Computing, Computer Graphics, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Computer Vision, Programming Principles, OS Process Management, Data Structures, Machine Learning
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Employee Engagement, Target Audience, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Public Relations, Crisis Management, Drive Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Management, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Telecommuting, Stakeholder Communications, Customer Communications Management, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Environmental Issue, Culture, Social Studies, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Storytelling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Analysis, General Science and Research, Materials science, Simulations, Biology, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Psychology, Applied Mathematics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Technology Strategies, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Emerging Technologies, Research, Data Ethics, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months