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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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    University of Michigan

    Rocket Science 101

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Engineering, Physics, Environment, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Trigonometry, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Scientific Methods, Manufacturing and Production, Calculus, World History, Chemical Engineering, International Relations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Master of Science in Data Science (Statistics)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Web Scraping, Data Storytelling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Matplotlib, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Network Analysis, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Linear Algebra

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    MathWorks

    Data Science Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Geographic Information Systems, Big Data, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Matlab, Data Cleansing, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Clemson University

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

    4.5
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    168 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Tools for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Computer Programming Tools, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, GitHub, R (Software), Big Data, R Programming, Model Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Git (Version Control System), Other Programming Languages, Version Control, Python Programming, Open Source Technology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Science, Technology & Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Physics, Physical Science, Industrial Design, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Applied Data Science Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Web Scraping, Statistical Modeling, Data Wrangling, Data Collection, Machine Learning, GitHub

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance

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

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Comparative Political Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Graph Theory, Matplotlib, Computational Logic, Calculus, Differential Equations, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Visualization Software, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Structures

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Pollution Prevention, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Biology, Case Studies, Water Quality, Chemistry, Community Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Rocket Science 101: University of Michigan
  • Master of Science in Data Science (Statistics): University of Leeds
  • Data Science Companion: MathWorks
  • Applied Data Science: Clemson University
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • Tools for Data Science: IBM
  • Science, Technology & Modernity: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Applied Data Science Capstone: IBM
  • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
  • Comparative Political Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II

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