• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Research

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.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Operations Management, Safety Standards, Process Management, Process Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Cambridge

    The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Neurology, Electrophysiology, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Research Methodologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning with TensorFlow on Google Cloud en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Cleansing, Supervised Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Dataflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Logistic Regression, Performance Tuning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    448 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Conspiracy Planet

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Investigation, Storytelling, Systems Thinking, Content Creation, Peer Review, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Discussion Facilitation, World History

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    T

    The University of Edinburgh

    The Discovery of the Higgs Boson

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Research, Mechanics, Experimentation, Mathematical Modeling, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Applied Mathematics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    N

    Nanjing University

    结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry)

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Physiology, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Bioinformatics, Structural Analysis, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    114 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Diagnóstico y tratamiento del dolor neuropático en atención primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Neurology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, General Medicine, Medical History Documentation, Science and Research, Clinical Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Pharmacology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    320 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create surveys with Qualtrics

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Customer Retention, Customer Insights, Business Research, Customer Data Management, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Advanced Vibrations

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    73 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of London

    Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Environmental Policy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Climate Change Programs, Correlation Analysis, Policy Analysis, Scatter Plots, Statistics, Environmental Science, Probability Distribution

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    I

    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Performance Management, Business Process Management, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Capacity Management, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Systems Thinking, Creativity, Social Studies, Case Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Discussion Facilitation, Psychology, Qualitative Research

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Searches related to research

research methodology
research data management and sharing
research methodologies
research methods
research methods in psychology
research design
research for impact
research design: inquiry and discovery
1…162163164…231

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

  • How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Coursera
  • The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition : University of Cambridge
  • Machine Learning with TensorFlow on Google Cloud en Español: Google Cloud
  • Conspiracy Planet: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • The Discovery of the Higgs Boson: The University of Edinburgh
  • 结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry): Nanjing University
  • Diagnóstico y tratamiento del dolor neuropático en atención primaria: Universidad de los Andes
  • Create surveys with Qualtrics: Coursera
  • Introduction to Advanced Vibrations: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change: University of London

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok