Free Online Brain Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Deep Teaching Solutions

Aprendendo a aprender: ferramentas mentais poderosas para ajudá-lo a dominar assuntos difíceis (em Português) [Learning How to Learn] (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

Este curso transformador apresenta estratégias poderosas para aprender eficientemente. Aprenda com especialistas sobre os dois modos de aprendizagem do cérebro, técnicas de memorização, superação da procrastinação e muito mais. Desbloqueie seu potencial máximo na aprendizagem com 'Aprendendo a Aprender'.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Learning Brain Memory

Coursera

Universidad de Palermo

Introducción a la Neurociencia (Coursera)

Health & Society

Sumérgete en el fascinante mundo de la neurociencia con nuestro curso introductorio. Explora cómo funciona tu cerebro, desde las neuronas hasta los neurotransmisores, y descubre cómo estos componentes se relacionan con tus acciones diarias. Este curso es ideal para aquellos interesados en comprender mejor su mente y comportamiento.

Jun 8th 2026

3 Weeks

Neuroscience Health Brain

Other Providers

University of Tasmania

Understanding Dementia (University of Tasmania)

Health & Society

Delve into the world of dementia with a free, expert-led online course from the University of Tasmania. This course offers an in-depth understanding of dementia, its causes, symptoms, and effective care strategies. Designed for anyone interested in learning more about this condition, it's a valuable resource for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and family members alike.

Feb 7th 2023

5-12 Weeks

Neuroscience Medicine Health

FutureLearn

EIT Food,EIT,University of Turin

Food for Thought: The Relationship Between Food, Gut and Brain (FutureLearn)

Food & Nutrition Health & Society

Discover the profound link between what you eat, your gut health, and brain function in this enlightening FutureLearn course. Learn how dietary choices influence not just physical but mental health too, and uncover the surprising ways your brain can affect your appetite and digestion.

Jan 2nd 2023

5-12 Weeks

Health Food Brain

Other Providers

University of Tasmania

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) (University of Tasmania)

Health & Society

Dive into 'Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS)', a free online course designed to enhance your knowledge on MS. Developed by leading experts, this course covers everything from diagnosis to living well with the condition.

Sep 12th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Neuroscience Health Care

Other Providers

University of Tasmania

Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury (University of Tasmania)

Health & Society

Discover the ins and outs of traumatic brain injury (TBI) through a free, accessible MOOC from the University of Tasmania's Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre. This course is designed for anyone interested in neuroscience, brain health, or the impact of TBIs.

Aug 22nd 2022

5-12 Weeks

Health Brain Traumatic Brain Injury

FutureLearn

University of Cape Town

What is a Mind? (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Social Sciences

Dive into the fascinating world of the human mind with 'What is a Mind?', a free online course designed to explore the most compelling scientific and philosophical theories about our mental processes. This course invites learners from all backgrounds to join in an exploration that bridges disciplines and fosters a deeper understanding of consciousness.

Jul 25th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Neuroscience Brain Mind

Coursera

Higher School of Economics - HSE University

Introduction to Neuroeconomics: how the brain makes decisions (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Social Sciences

Explore the groundbreaking field of Neuroeconomics with our course, where you'll delve into the intricate workings of the brain's decision-making process. Unite economics, psychology, and neuroscience to understand the complex mechanisms behind human choices.

Jul 18th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Neuroscience Brain Psychology

FutureLearn

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)

Seeing: How the Brain Creates the Visual World (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Dive into the intriguing world of vision with 'Seeing: How the Brain Creates the Visual World'. This online course unravels the mysteries behind how our eyes and brains work together to create the visual experiences we perceive daily. Learn about the intricate processes that convert light signals into meaningful perceptions, and understand why seeing is not always believing.

Jul 11th 2022

4 Weeks

Brain Perception Sensory Systems