Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Storytelling, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Instagram, TikTok, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Growth Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Pinterest, Keyword Research, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing, Embeddings, Hugging Face, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Text Mining, Semantic Web, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Cryptography, Classification Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Simulations, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Design Reviews, Lesson Planning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Survey Creation, Interactive Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Science and Research, Design Thinking, Conceptual Design, User Feedback, Chemistry, Research, Experimentation, Physics, Biology
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Network Architecture, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Oxford
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Human Centered Design, Research and Design, Project Design, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Care, Health Systems, Health Policy, Medical Science and Research, Liberal Arts, Cultural Sensitivity, Case Studies, Storytelling, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, Jupyter, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Algorithms, Supervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Dimensionality Reduction, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Jupyter, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Matplotlib, Supervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Teaching, Program Evaluation, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Instructional Strategies, Public Policies, Child Development, Research, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Data Collection, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Equity, Health Informatics, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Community Health, Health Care, Research Methodologies, Health Information Management, Data Quality, Chronic Diseases, Health Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Radiation Therapy, Physical Science, Radiology, Biomedical Technology, General Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Research, Energy and Utilities, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks