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Social Science Research Courses

Social Science Research courses can help you learn qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis techniques, and ethical considerations in research. You can build skills in survey design, statistical analysis, and critical thinking to evaluate social phenomena. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, or NVivo, that support analyzing data and interpreting results, enabling you to apply your skills in real-world social issues and contribute to informed decision-making in various fields.

Popular Social Science Research Courses and Certifications


  • M

    MathWorks

    Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Matlab, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Validation

    4.8 stars, 121 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (121) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Terraform for absolute beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, DevOps

    4.3 stars, 198 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (198) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Skillshare

    Beginner: Figma UI / UX Design Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Layout Design, Interactive Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), User Flows, Graphic and Visual Design, Digital Design, Data Sharing, Design Reviews, Design Software, Color Matching, Version Control

    4.3 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (49) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • X

    Xbox

    Xbox Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Product Planning, User Interface (UI), Competitive Analysis, Product Roadmaps, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Stakeholder Management, Market Research, Product Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Stakeholder Engagement, AI Product Strategy, Mockups, Consumer Behaviour, Usability Testing, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (71) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Growth Mindedness, Diversity Awareness, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Programs, Leadership, Social Justice, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure

    4.7 stars, 474 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (474) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Automation & Advanced Techniques with Copilot in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Forecasting, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Modeling, Workflow Management, UI Components, Visual Basic (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Automation, Debugging, Interactive Data Visualization, Scenario Testing, Programming Principles

    4.5 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (71) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    An Introduction to Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Maternal Health, Child Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Infectious Diseases, Health Equity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Water Resources, Health Promotion, Social Determinants Of Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Environmental Policy, Sanitation, Environmental Issue, Family Planning, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases

    4.8 stars, 885 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (885) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Codio

    Getting Started with Generative AI API

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Fine-tuning, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Multimodal Prompts, Application Performance Management, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, LLM Application, Image Analysis, Photo Editing, Token Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Animations, Tool Calling, File Management, Python Programming, Computer Science

    3.9 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.9 (36) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Health Education, Sanitation, Infection Control, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Behavioral Economics, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Intelligence Collection and Analysis

    4.7 stars, 712 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (712) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Safety in the Utility Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Environmental Regulations, Safety Training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Standards, Occupational Health, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Environment Health And Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Injury Prevention, Fire And Life Safety, First Aid

    4.7 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java Programming, Development Testing, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Testing, Java, Test Automation, Test Case, Software Development, Scalability

    4 stars, 64 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (64) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Lifelong Learning

    4.7 stars, 177 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (177) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social science research courses

  • Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB: MathWorks
  • Terraform for absolute beginners: Coursera
  • Beginner: Figma UI / UX Design Essentials: Skillshare
  • Xbox Product Manager: Xbox
  • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan
  • Automation & Advanced Techniques with Copilot in Excel: Microsoft
  • An Introduction to Global Health: University of Copenhagen
  • Getting Started with Generative AI API: Codio
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
  • Safety in the Utility Industry: University at Buffalo

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