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.

Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Cloud Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Model Evaluation, Structural Analysis, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Physics
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: General Science and Research, Physics, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physical Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Strategy, Content Creation, Blogs, Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Web Content, Generative AI, Data Science
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Health Policy, Climate Change Programs, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Agentic systems, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Human Services, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Clinical Trials, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pharmacotherapy, Diagnostic Tests, Treatment Planning, Immunology, Clinical Research, Clinical Practices, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Embeddings, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Forecasting, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Supervised Learning, Model Training, Data Science, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, IT Management, Information Technology, Information Technology Operations, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Asset Management, Operations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Programming, Model Training, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Data Visualization, Simulations, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Model Optimization, Model Deployment, Model Training, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Performance Tuning, Debugging, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Deep Learning, Scalability, Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operations Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sprint Planning, Advanced Analytics, Process Mapping, Process Optimization, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Solution Design, Needs Assessment, Business Analysis, Analytics, Model Optimization, Investment Management, Business Priorities, Goal Setting, Ideation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Customer Insights, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Plot (Graphics), Heat Maps, Data Processing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Manipulation, Histogram, Marketing Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Keyword Research, Blogs, Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, Content Creation, Generative AI, Editing, Writing and Editing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks