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Cognitive Science Courses

Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


Popular Cognitive Science Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad de los Andes

    Ciencia de datos​

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Compilation, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Science, Jupyter, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation

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    University of Toronto

    Visual Perception for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Robotics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Linear Algebra

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Analyze Box Office Data with Seaborn and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Seaborn, Plotly, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Jupyter, Cloud Applications

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Davis

    Essential Design Principles for Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Color Theory, Data Ethics, User Centered Design, Human Factors

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Modeling, Excel Formulas, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Financial Forecasting, Process Optimization, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to the Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Data Wrangling, R (Software), Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Management, File Management, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: API Design, Restful API, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Application Lifecycle Management, Proxy Servers, Software Documentation, Application Deployment, Authentications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    計算機程式設計 (Computer Programming)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Logic, Functional Specification, Command-Line Interface, Debugging, Data Validation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Interoperability, Clinical Informatics, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Health Information Management, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Dental Informatics, Public Health, Data Ethics, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Visualization, Graph Theory

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Redes Ecológicas

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Graph Theory, Exploratory Data Analysis, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, R Programming, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Software Documentation, File Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Creative Designing in Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Power BI, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Report Writing, Multimedia, Data Analysis, Creative Design, Management Reporting, Data Mapping, Data Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

  • Ciencia de datos​: Universidad de los Andes
  • Visual Perception for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Analyze Box Office Data with Seaborn and Python: Coursera
  • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • Everyday Excel, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
  • API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform: Google Cloud
  • 計算機程式設計 (Computer Programming): National Taiwan University
  • Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics : University of Minnesota
  • Redes Ecológicas: Universidade de São Paulo

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