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
Status: PreviewThe University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Anthropology, Human Factors, Science and Research, Robotics
Status: NewStatus: Free TrialUniversity of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Scientific Methods, Child Development
Status: NewStatus: PreviewRice University
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Obstacles, Complex Problem Solving, Resourcefulness, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Attributes, Curiosity, Quick Learning, Adaptability
Status: PreviewThe University of Chicago
Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Vital Signs, Control Systems, Coordination, Biology, Communication Systems
Status: PreviewYale University
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Child Development, Psychiatry, Mental Health, Human Development, Human Learning, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Sociology, Neurology, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Problem Solving
Status: NewStatus: Free TrialUniversity of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Child Development, Psychology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teaching, Decision Making, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Empathy, Working With Children, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Electrophysiology, Human Development
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Status: PreviewUniversity 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
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Deep Learning, Theoretical Computer Science
Status: Free TrialArizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design
Status: Free TrialUniversity of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Social Sciences, Data Ethics, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Simulations, Data Processing, Big Data, Systems Thinking, Social Studies, Trend Analysis, Data Science, AI Enablement, Research Methodologies, Agentic systems
Status: NewStatus: Free TrialUniversity of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Research
Status: FreeUtrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Speech Language Pathology, Systems Thinking, Pediatrics, Research, Neurology, Cultural Diversity
In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses
- Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
- Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology: University of Cambridge
- Practical Metacognition for Learning: Rice University
- Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
- Introduction to Psychology : Yale University
- The science of mind and decision making: University of Cambridge
- Computational Neuroscience: University of Washington
- Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
- Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
- Computational Social Science: University of California, Davis
