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Academic Writing Courses

Academic writing courses can help you learn how to structure essays, develop thesis statements, and engage in critical analysis. You can build skills in crafting clear arguments, using evidence effectively, and adhering to various citation styles. Many courses introduce tools like citation management software and writing platforms that support drafting and editing, allowing you to refine your work and enhance clarity.

Popular Academic Writing Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The State University of New York

    Advanced Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Intellectual Property, Planning, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Style Guides

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Python Programming Essentials Training

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Integrated Development Environments, System Software, Software Installation, Functional Design

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Stakeholder Relations and Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Public Affairs, Performance Reporting, Report Writing, Strategic Communication, Business Reporting, Marketing Effectiveness, Promotions and Campaigns, Community Outreach, Performance Metric, Data Storytelling, Relationship Building, Data Visualization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: Patterns and Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Engineering, Java, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Java Programming, Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Conceptual Design

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Use Python Unit Test to Demonstrate TDD

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Development Testing, Test Script Development, Test Case, Software Testing, Python Programming, File I/O

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things Capstone V2: Build a Mobile Surveillance System

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Software Design Documents, Software Documentation, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Mobile Development, Test Case, Development Testing, System Testing, Software Development, Embedded Software, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Systems Integration, System Implementation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Salesforce Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Quality, Data Modeling, Business Process Automation, Business Process Management, Data Management, Business Process, User Accounts, Dashboard, Automation, Identity and Access Management, Business Reporting, Report Writing, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Computing

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Research, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, General Science and Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Methodologies

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Packaging Design for the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Logistics, Environmental Issue, Design, Consumer Behaviour, Innovation, Materials science

    Build toward a degree

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unreal Engine FPS & Action Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Prototyping, Virtual Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Simulations, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, 3D Assets, Physics, Event-Driven Programming, UI Components, Scripting, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Product Design for the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Sustainable Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Corporate Sustainability, Pollution Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Business Modeling, Process Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Copilot for Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Sales Enablement, Customer Engagement, Sales Strategy, Taking Meeting Minutes, Customer Relationship Building, Productivity Software, Meeting Facilitation, Generative AI Agents, Sales Development, AI Personalization, Email Automation, Business Writing, General Sales Practices, Business Correspondence, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Proposal Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular academic writing courses

  • Advanced Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Python Programming Essentials Training: Simplilearn
  • Stakeholder Relations and Reporting: Microsoft
  • Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: Patterns and Principles: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Use Python Unit Test to Demonstrate TDD: Coursera
  • Internet of Things Capstone V2: Build a Mobile Surveillance System: University of California San Diego
  • Salesforce Integration: University of California, Irvine
  • Researcher's Guide to Omic Data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Packaging Design for the Circular Economy: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Unreal Engine FPS & Action Game Development: EDUCBA

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