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.

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Data Collection, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Anthropology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Research Methodologies, Case Studies, Data Collection, Research, Analytical Skills, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, digital literacy, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Generative AI, Intellectual Property, Human Computer Interaction
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research and Design, Research, Market Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Teaching, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Simulation and Simulation Software, Research, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Educational Materials, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Peer Review, Data Access, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Store, Interoperability, Metadata Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Monitoring, International Relations, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Biology, Political Sciences, Physics, Research, Data Collection, Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Mindfulness, Stress Management, Chronic Diseases, Respiration, Mental Health Therapies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Indian Institute for Human Settlements
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Sapienza University of Rome
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Political Sciences, Art History, European History, World History, Research, Investigation, Social Sciences, Culture, Governance, Scientific Methods, Data Collection, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research Design, Research, Quantitative Research, Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Data Sharing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Synthesis, R Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months