Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, User Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Interviewing Skills, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Semiconductors, Electrical Power, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Email Automation, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Automation, Workflow Management, AI Product Strategy, Report Writing, Digital Transformation, Marketing Materials, Team Management, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Productivity, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Performance Reporting, Customer Support
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Web Scraping, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Data Import/Export, NumPy, Jupyter, JSON, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Scientific Visualization, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Technical Support and Services, Cybersecurity, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Database Software, Operating Systems, Computer Networking, IT Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Project Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Tsinghua University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Computer Science
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Anthropic Claude, Web Applications, Tool Calling, GitHub, Web Development, Real Time Data, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), API Gateway, Servers, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Video Game Development, Middleware, LLM Application, Command-Line Interface, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Data Storage, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Image Analysis, Computer Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: GitHub, C# (Programming Language), Secure Coding, HTML and CSS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Figma (Design Software), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Git (Version Control System), User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Web Design, Debugging, Mockups, Microsoft Copilot, Authentications, Front-End Web Development, Programming Principles, UI Components, Javascript
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Program Development, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks