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 Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Application Design, Debugging, Problem Management, Computer Science, Functional Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Trading, Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Technical Analysis, Deep Learning, Securities Trading, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Jira (Software), Scrum (Software Development), User Story, Meeting Facilitation, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Project Estimation, Agile Project Management, Estimation, Work Breakdown Structure, Workflow Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Operational Databases, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Model Context Protocol, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Anthropic Claude, AI Workflows, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Prompt Engineering Tools, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Multimodal Prompts, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Agentic systems, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, A/B Testing, Data Collection, Marketing, Interviewing Skills
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Wireframing, User Interface (UI) Design, Browser Compatibility, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Mobile Development, Javascript
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Case Studies, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animations, User Interface (UI), 3D Assets, Artificial Intelligence, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Software Development, Regression Testing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, GitHub
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Animations, Software Installation, Scripting, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months