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Research Courses

Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


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Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    Imperial College London

    Quality Improvement for Population Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Care, Geographic Information Systems, Research Design, Data Presentation

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    Starweaver

    Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Manufacturing and Production, Six Sigma Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Analysis, Change Management, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sustainable Systems, Operations Research, AI Enablement

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    Northeastern University

    Responsible AI for Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychiatry, Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Equity, Mental Health, Artificial Intelligence, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Natural Language Processing, Healthcare Ethics, Data Security, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis

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    Universidad Austral

    La enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la escuela primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Experimentation, Diversity Awareness

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Scientific Methods, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Physics, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Psychology, Science and Research, Algorithms, General Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Econometria Básica Aplicada

    Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Economics, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Cross-border road transport in EU law context

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Labor Law, Labor Relations, Commercial Laws, Case Studies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Court Systems, Civil Law, Workers Compensation, Legal Research, Coordination

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    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Quality, Science and Research

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Responsible AI, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Research, Model Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, R Programming, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Sociology, Driving engagement, Machine Learning Methods, Behavioral Economics

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Fundamentos de Investigación Científica

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research, Systems Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Quality Improvement for Population Health: Imperial College London
  • Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide : Starweaver
  • Responsible AI for Mental Health: Northeastern University
  • La enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la escuela primaria: Universidad Austral
  • Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning: Dartmouth College
  • Econometria Básica Aplicada: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Cross-border road transport in EU law context: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University

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