Food science courses can help you learn about food safety, nutrition, sensory evaluation, and food processing techniques. You can build skills in recipe formulation, quality control, and understanding food chemistry. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing taste tests, laboratory equipment for testing food properties, and food modeling software to predict shelf life, allowing you to apply these skills in real-world food production and innovation.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Software Development, Automation, Cloud Computing, Debugging
★ 4.6 (117) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Data Ethics, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology, Robotics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Global Positioning Systems, Research, Electronic Components, Critical Thinking
★ 4.9 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Driving engagement, Psychology, Digital Communications
★ 4.6 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of London
Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, General Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Cryptography, Logical Reasoning, Geometry, Deductive Reasoning
★ 4.2 (283) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Data Management, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Technical Communication, Data Strategy, Project Implementation, Data Analysis, Team Building, Technical Management, Team Management, Solution Delivery, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Case Studies, Decision Making, Leadership, Real Estate
★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Science
★ 4.4 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Data Quality, Health Informatics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Science, Analytical Skills, Statistical Reporting, Data Preprocessing, Electronic Medical Record
★ 4.9 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Program Development, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Python Programming, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Analysis, Computer Architecture, Debugging
★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Science, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference
★ 4 (44) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Utrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Civil Law, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Liberal Arts, Public Policies, Governance, International Finance
★ 4.7 (76) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Sharing, Data Governance, Big Data, Technical Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 3.4 (142) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Social Studies, Quantitative Research, Sustainable Development, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Simulation and Simulation Software, Agentic systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Epidemiology, Jupyter
★ 4.7 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months