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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Decision Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Mathematical Theory & Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Software, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Validation, Data Processing, Data Quality, Mathematical Software, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Video Game Development, Unreal Engine, Game Design, Event-Driven Programming, Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), UI Components, User Interface (UI)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Safety Assurance, Process Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Environmental Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Preprocessing, Record Keeping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, LLM Application, Agentic systems, AI Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Agentic Workflows, Discussion Facilitation, Regulatory Requirements, Regulatory Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, SAS (Software), Analytics, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Restful API, Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Applications, User Accounts, Data Integrity, Single Sign-On (SSO), .NET Framework, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Application, Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Authorization (Computing), Data Management, Relational Databases, Identity and Access Management, Model View Controller
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Spatial Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, SQL, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Database Software, Data Management
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Architectural Design, Sustainable Design, Building Design, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Development, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Structural Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environment and Resource Management, Materials science, Thermal Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks