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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


  • B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Full-Stack Web Development, Graph Theory, Data Collection, Supervised Learning, Software Development Methodologies, File Systems, SQL, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Theoretical Computer Science, Application Security, Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization, Natural Language Processing, R Programming

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Graph Theory, Data Collection, Supervised Learning, Software Development Methodologies, File Systems, SQL, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Logistic Regression, SAS (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spatial Analysis, Text Mining, Financial Data, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization, Natural Language Processing, R Programming

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • C

    Clemson University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Large Language Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Database Design, Generative AI, Database Management Systems, MySQL, Model Evaluation, Database Theory, Software Development Methodologies, Usability, Reinforcement Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Mining, Responsible AI, Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Engineering, Human Machine Interfaces, Artificial Intelligence

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Storage Technologies, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Database Theory, Network Routing, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.7
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    3.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Game Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development, Human Computer Interaction, Agile Software Development, Animations, Data Ethics, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Web Applications, Incident Response, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Combinatorics, Database Design, Web Development, Generative AI, Usability Testing

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science: Foundations using R

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Programming, Statistical Visualization, Ggplot2, R (Software), Dimensionality Reduction, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Knitr, Data Sharing, GitHub, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    48K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    O

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
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    U

    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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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    M

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Master of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Database Design, Large Language Modeling, Database Management, Databases, Model Evaluation, Web Services, Data Ethics, Apache Spark, Bayesian Statistics, NoSQL, Data Visualization Software, Linear Algebra, Data Governance, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Y

    Yale University

    Rocket Science for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Communication Systems, Mechanics, Telecommunications, Technical Communication, Physics, Environmental Monitoring

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    669 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    W

    West Virginia University

    Wood Science: Beyond Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Engineering, Construction

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    783 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Ball State University
  • Master of Science in Data Science: Ball State University
  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Clemson University
  • Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: University of London
  • Data Science: Foundations using R: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Environmental Science: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
  • Data Science Companion: MathWorks
  • Master of Data Science: University of Pittsburgh

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