Free Online Statistics Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

Discover the secrets of designing, running, and analyzing experiments to create effective user experiences. This course will guide you through real-world examples from UX, Interaction Design (IxD), and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) fields, teaching you how to design user-centered experiments, execute them efficiently, and interpret data for validation purposes.

Nov 2nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Statistics Interaction Design Designing Experiments

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Data Science in Real Life (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Statistics & Data Analysis

Discover how to effectively manage real-life data analysis projects with 'Data Science in Real Life'. This course teaches you to navigate through complex, imperfect datasets and turn them into clear, actionable insights. Perfect for professionals looking to refine their skills and lead successful data science teams.

Nov 2nd 2026

1 Week

Statistics Machine Learning Data Management

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

A Crash Course in Data Science (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Statistics & Data Analysis

Embark on a one-week journey to understand the buzz around data science and big data. This concise course is designed for anyone looking to grasp the essentials without any unnecessary complexity. Whether you're new to the field or seeking to manage data scientists, this class will quickly bring you up to speed with data science principles.

Nov 2nd 2026

1 Week

Statistics Software Engineering Machine Learning

Coursera

Georgia Institute of Technology

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Are you ready to ace your Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam? This course is designed to provide an in-depth review of all critical topics covered in the FE exam, specifically tailored for Civil and Mechanical Engineering students. With a focus on key concepts, real-world examples, and plenty of practice problems, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

Nov 2nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Math Statistics Probability

Coursera

Georgia Institute of Technology

Materials Data Sciences and Informatics (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Chemistry

Explore the cutting-edge field of Materials Data Sciences and Informatics in this comprehensive online course. Gain insights into how data-driven approaches are reshaping material sciences, accelerating research, and driving technological advancements.

Nov 2nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Statistics Informatics Chemistry

Coursera

Eindhoven University of Technology

Improving your statistical inferences (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Unlock the secrets to making better statistical inferences from empirical research with our expert-led online course. Gain a deep understanding of key concepts like p-values, effect sizes, confidence intervals, Bayes Factors, and likelihood ratios. Learn how to design experiments that effectively control false positive rates and determine the right sample size for your study to achieve high statistical power.

Nov 2nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Statistics Statistical Inference Confidence Intervals

Coursera

Rice University

Basic Data Descriptors, Statistical Distributions, and Application to Business Decisions (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Discover the essential skills of interpreting and applying business statistics with our introductory course. From understanding descriptive statistics to grasping statistical distributions, you'll learn how to make accurate interpretations from data and make better business decisions.

Nov 2nd 2026

4 Weeks

Statistics Probability Data Analysis

Coursera

University of Michigan

Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age (Coursera)

Health & Society Social Sciences

Embark on a journey to sharpen your mind with 'Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age'. This course equips you with essential concepts from statistics, probability, scientific methodology, cognitive psychology, and cost-benefit theory. Learn how to apply these critical thinking skills in business, media analysis, and everyday decision-making.

Nov 2nd 2026

4 Weeks

Statistics Probability Cognitive Psychology

EdX

HarvardX,Harvard University

Statistics and R (edX)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Statistics & Data Analysis

Dive into the world of data analysis with 'Statistics and R' on edX. This course is perfect for beginners in the life sciences who want to understand basic statistical concepts and learn how to use R programming to analyze data. Gain proficiency in computing p-values and constructing confidence intervals, all while enhancing your R skills.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Statistics Data Analysis Statistical Inference