Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Scientific Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Manipulation, NumPy, Graph Theory, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Management, Probability, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Digital Signal Processing, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music Performance, Music Theory, Music
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Classical Music, Lecturing, Coordination
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Branding, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Awareness, Consumer Behaviour, User Research, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Business Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Logo Design, Digital Design, Layout Design, Color Theory, Image Quality, Photo Editing, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Performance Testing, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Legal Research, Investigation, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Political Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design and Development, Usability, Semantic Web, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Hosting, Web Servers, Data Validation, Web Development Tools
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks