Science Courses and Certifications

The Science of Gastronomy

177 reviews

This course introduces a number of basic scientific principles underpinning the methodology of cooking, food preparation and the enjoyment of food. All topics covered have a strong basis in biology, chemistry, and physics application.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Introduction to Complexity

145 reviews

In this course you'll learn about the tools used by scientists to understand complex systems. The topics you'll learn about include dynamics, chaos, fractals, information theory, self-organization, agent-based modeling, and networks.

• Complexity Explorer
• 10 weeks, 3-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

• Best of All Time

Técnicas Cuantitativas y Cualitativas para la Investigación

42 reviews

El curso pretende acercar al alumno al método científico y, en concreto, cómo éste se aplica al estudio y análisis de los métodos de casos.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Dog Emotion and Cognition

18 reviews

Dog Emotion and Cognition will introduce you to the exciting new study of dog psychology, what the latest discoveries tell us about how dogs think and feel about us, and how we can use this new knowledge to further strengthen our relationship with our be…

• Coursera
• 22 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Truth About Cats and Dogs

11 reviews

Explore cat and dog behavior, communication, and needs to strengthen your bond. Learn about their senses, debunk myths, and discover ways to enrich their lives and improve your pet ownership skills.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Biology - The Secret of Life

146 reviews

Explore the secret of life through the basics of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, recombinant DNA, genomics and rational medicine.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 5-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Mountains 101

623 reviews

Mountains 101­­ is a broad and integrated overview of the mountain world. This 12-lesson course covers an interdisciplinary field of study focusing on the physical, biological, and human dimensions of mountain places in Alberta, Canada, and around the wo…

• Coursera
• 16 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

161 reviews

Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology is a 12-lesson course teaching a comprehensive overview of non-avian dinosaurs.

• Coursera
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

The Scientific Revolution: Understanding the Roots of Modern Science

9 reviews

Learn about the seventeenth-century Scientific Revolution and its role in shaping the modern Western world.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Beer: the science of brewing

7 reviews

Ever wondered why your beer tastes the way it does? Learn how the ingredients, different biochemical reactions and process parameters in beer brewing influence the taste and aroma of beer.

• edX
• 13 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Forensic Facial Reconstruction: Finding Mr. X

434 reviews

Learn about the forensic technique of facial reconstruction from the experts involved in a real crime case.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

NPTEL;  IIT Kharagpur

Organic Farming for Sustainable Agricultural Production

217 reviews

Explore sustainable agriculture through organic farming principles, techniques, and practices. Learn about pest management, crop production, and certification processes for environmentally-friendly food systems.

• YouTube
• 20 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

• Best of All Time

Nutrition and Health: Human Microbiome

798 reviews

Learn how you can impact your health by balancing your gut health; how your microbiome together with your diet can improve normal gut function. A balanced microbiome and nutritional intake can avoid disorders like IBS, obesity and diabetes.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

NPTEL;  IIT Delhi

Building Materials and Construction

146 reviews

Comprehensive exploration of construction materials, focusing on concrete, masonry, metals, polymers, and timber. Covers production, properties, durability, and applications in building components.

• YouTube
• 1 day 16 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Einstein Revolution

12 ratings at edX

Traces Albert Einstein’s engagement with relativity, quantum mechanics, Nazism, nuclear weapons, philosophy, the arts, and technology.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)