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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


  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment petit

    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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Foundations of Sports Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Strategic Partnership, Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Engagement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Product Marketing, Return On Investment, Stakeholder Management, Branding, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Advertising, Consumer Behaviour, Sales Process, Public Relations, Emotional Intelligence, Price Negotiation, Data Analysis, Creative Thinking

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Gen AI for developers: Web development with Python & Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Unit Testing, Test Script Development, Flask (Web Framework), Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Web Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Python Programming, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Generative AI, Software Installation

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    Practice CATIA Part Design

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    JUnit and Mockito Unit Testing for Java Developers

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, IntelliJ IDEA, Apache Maven, Software Testing, Test Case, Java Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Test Automation, Java, Build Tools, Software Architecture

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Pesquisa de Mercado e Estratégia de Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Marketing Analytics, Market Analysis, Market Research, Survey Creation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Sampling (Statistics), Strategic Marketing, Market Data, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Management, Data Collection, Market Intelligence, Forecasting, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analysis, Marketing

    ★ 4.6 (38) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Data Visualization Fundamentals in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Seaborn, Statistical Visualization, Graphing, Data Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Agentic AI Foundations with MERN, RAG & MCP

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Front-End Web Development, Google Gemini, Model Context Protocol, AI Integrations, OpenAI API, Artificial Intelligence, Frontend Performance, Frontend Integration, ChatGPT, LLM Application, TypeScript, Generative AI, Web Applications, Software Architecture, Node.JS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Integration, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Foundations of Corporate Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statement Analysis, Return On Investment, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Financial Statements, Corporate Sustainability, Capital Expenditure, Stakeholder Management, Accounting, Cash Flows, Performance Measurement, Equities, Sustainable Business, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Corporate Communications

    ★ 4.4 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Programming Generative AI: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Model Training

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Planning and Control Using Microsoft Project 365 and 2021

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Resource Planning, Resource Management, Project Management Software, Resource Utilization, Scheduling, Project Performance, Calendar Management, Project Coordination, Project Controls, Project Management, Microsoft 365, Timelines, Management Reporting, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Workflow Management, Work Breakdown Structure

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Python and Google Colab Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming Tools, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic, Jupyter

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Vers l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • Foundations of Sports Marketing: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Gen AI for developers: Web development with Python & Copilot: Coursera
  • Practice CATIA Part Design: Dassault Systèmes
  • JUnit and Mockito Unit Testing for Java Developers: Packt
  • Pesquisa de Mercado e Estratégia de Marketing: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Data Visualization Fundamentals in Python: University of Pittsburgh
  • Agentic AI Foundations with MERN, RAG & MCP: LearnKartS
  • Foundations of Corporate Finance: University of Cambridge
  • Programming Generative AI: Unit 1: Pearson

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