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: Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Graphing, Variance Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Editing, Discussion Facilitation, Cooperation, Professionalism, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Research, English Language, Communication, Higher Education, Persuasive Communication, Planning, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Pedagogy, Research, Teaching, Research Methodologies, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Instructional Strategies, digital literacy, Information Management, Data Access
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Physics, Experimentation, Laboratory Techniques, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physical Science, Research, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Radiation Therapy, Physical Science, Radiology, Biomedical Technology, Laboratory Research, General Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, electromagnetics, Research, Energy and Utilities, Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Graphing, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Software, Statistics, Research, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of the Arts London
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Design Thinking, Social Impact, Community Organizing, Sustainable Design, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Creative Thinking, Case Studies, Sustainable Development, Design, Systems Thinking, Ideation, Empathy, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Problem Solving, Research, Prototyping, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Adult Education, Planning, Student Support and Services, Resourcefulness, Research, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Social Skills, Active Listening, Analytical Skills, Honesty, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Creative Thinking, Persuasive Communication, Problem Solving, Research, Decision Making, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Sharing, Program Evaluation, Analytics, Quantitative Research, Data Quality, Research, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Report Writing, Communication, Writing, Concision, Research, Emotional Intelligence
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Epidemiology, Data Collection, Public Health, Health Equity, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Health Disparities, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Community Health, Research Methodologies, Health Information Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks