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Natural Sciences Courses

Natural sciences courses can help you learn about biological systems, chemical reactions, physical laws, and ecological principles. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking while exploring topics like genetics, thermodynamics, and environmental science. Many courses introduce tools such as laboratory equipment, statistical software, and simulation models, that support conducting experiments and analyzing scientific data.


Popular Natural Sciences Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Literacy Capstone – Evaluating Research

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Literacy, Research, Quantitative Research, Report Writing, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algorithms for DNA Sequencing

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Use Wakelet to Curate Learning Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Education Software and Technology, Content Management

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Document Management, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Information Management, Creativity, Data Processing, Automation

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Business

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain Management, Market Opportunities, Economic Development, Logistics Management, Business Marketing, Cultural Diversity, Payment Systems, Human Resources Management and Planning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Sensitivity, Strategic Decision-Making, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), B2B Sales, Marketing Strategies, Accounting Systems, World History, Business Strategy, Service Level

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    How to Change the World

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Philanthropy, Community Development, Health Care, Sociology, Public Health, Empowerment, Climate Change Adaptation, Economics

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Culture, European History, World History, Psychology, Political Sciences, Sociology, Social Sciences

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Tweet Emotion Recognition with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Tensorflow, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Turismo sostenible: Principios básicos

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Hospitality, Sustainable Business, Environment and Resource Management, Innovation, Governance, Economics, Culture, Social Sciences, World History, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Sustainable Tourism – promoting environmental public health

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Business, Environmental Science, Waste Minimization, Public Health, Hospitality, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Future of AI in Sports and Practical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Innovation, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cognitive flexibility, Governance, Investment Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Análisis del contexto para fundamentar diseño de instrucción

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, User Centered Design, Requirements Analysis, digital literacy, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular natural sciences courses

  • Data Literacy Capstone – Evaluating Research: Johns Hopkins University
  • Algorithms for DNA Sequencing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Use Wakelet to Curate Learning Collections: Coursera
  • ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis: Vanderbilt University
  • International Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • How to Change the World: Wesleyan University
  • The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 2): Wesleyan University
  • Tweet Emotion Recognition with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • Turismo sostenible: Principios básicos: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Sustainable Tourism – promoting environmental public health: University of Copenhagen

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