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.
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Legal Proceedings, Civil Procedures, Court Systems, Social Studies, Civil Law, Political Sciences, Case Law, Legal Research, Social Justice, Governance, Case Studies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Ancient History, Research, Liberal Arts, Cultural Responsiveness, Research Methodologies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Big Data, JSON, Case Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Apache Hadoop, People Analytics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Analytics, Data Analysis, Social Sciences, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Business Analytics, Data Transformation, Query Languages, Debugging, Demography
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Network Model, Matlab, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Neurology, Computer Science, Reinforcement Learning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Physiology, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Biology, Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Teaching, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Instructional Strategies, Classroom Management, Education and Training, Environmental Science, Research, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Experimentation, Discussion Facilitation, Social Impact, Graphing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Caltech
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Interviewing Skills, Research Design, Data Collection, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Quantitative Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Management, Cultural Diversity, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Caregiving, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Wireframing, Information Architecture, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Research, Style Guides, Design Elements And Principles, Cross Platform Development, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Survey Creation, Market Research, Data Analysis, Marketing, Data Collection, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Strategies, Research Design, Market Data, Target Market, Experimentation, Decision Making, B2B Sales
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks