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Science courses can help you learn fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science, as well as applied areas like genetics, chemical reactions, and renewable energy technologies. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking, enabling you to interpret scientific findings effectively. Many courses introduce tools such as lab equipment, statistical software, and simulation programs, that support conducting experiments and analyzing results in various scientific fields.


Popular Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering

    ★ 4.7 (4.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Fundamentals of Materials Science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Structural Analysis, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Schematic Diagrams, Mechanics

    ★ 4.6 (201) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Science, Technology & Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Science and Research, Culture, Liberal Arts, General Science and Research, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Physics, Physical Science, Sociology, Economic Development, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Biostatistics, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Harder Side of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Teaching, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Critical Thinking, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Psychology

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology

    ★ 4.6 (528) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Zurich

    Teaching Science at University

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Instructing, Interactive Learning, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Learning Theory

    ★ 4.6 (196) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Cultural Diversity, Biology, World History, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Physics

    ★ 4.7 (207) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Liberal Arts, Biology

    ★ 4.5 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies

    ★ 4.9 (531) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    3D Data Visualization for Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Presentation, Cinematography, Data Visualization Software, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Computer Graphics, Graphics Software, 3D Modeling, Storytelling, Post-Production, Color Theory

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, General Networking, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Application Security, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Applied Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.2 (1.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Science courses

  • Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know: University of California, Davis
  • Fundamentals of Materials Science: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Science, Technology & Modernity: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • The Harder Side of Science Communication : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
  • Teaching Science at University: University of Zurich
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
  • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne

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