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.

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Peer Review, Journalism, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Sociology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Python Programming, Algorithms
★ 4.6 (2.7K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Data Collection, Surveys, Survey Creation, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Inference, Network Analysis, Research Design
★ 4.3 (110) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Systems Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Network Model, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics
★ 4.6 (205) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Statistical Machine Learning, Case Studies, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Transportation Operations, Business Analytics, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Resource Allocation, Classification Algorithms, Algorithms
★ 4.9 (97) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Research Reports, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Operational Analysis, Model Optimization, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Project Design, Data Visualization, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Metric, Business Analytics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Social Work, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community and Social Work, Social Sciences, Community Health, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Public Policies, Community Outreach, Vulnerability, Cultural Responsiveness
★ 4.7 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Personal Attributes, Research, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Persistence, Program Evaluation, Tenacity, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Strong Work Ethic, Data Collection, Self-Discipline, Reliability, Interviewing Skills
★ 4.4 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Research Reports, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Report Writing, Data Synthesis, Data Science, Data Management, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design
★ 4.8 (48) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Sociology, Community Development, Trend Analysis, Psychology, Media and Communications
★ 4.8 (455) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Sharing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Open Source Technology, Informatics, Intellectual Property, Technical Writing
★ 4.8 (212) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Mindfulness, Community Health, Social Justice, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Stress Management, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Media and Communications, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Learning Strategies, Biology, Health Care
★ 4.4 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks