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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Research, Science and Research, Qualitative Research, Technical Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Physiology, Human Factors, Anatomy, Psychology, Neurology, Experimentation, Chemistry, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Biology, Cultural Diversity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Data Analysis, Research Design, Image Analysis, Neurology, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Processing, Statistics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Business Strategy, Decision Tree Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Strategic Decision-Making, Algorithms, Bayesian Network, Complex Problem Solving, Probability & Statistics
Build toward a degree
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

MathWorks
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Validation, Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Clemson University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Environmental Issue, Machine Learning Methods, Qualitative Research, Prototyping
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, Artificial Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Culture, Liberal Arts, Neurology, Research, Psychology, Social Sciences, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Governance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Statistical Reporting, Data Storytelling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks