• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Material Science

Material Science Courses

Material science courses can help you learn about the properties of materials, material selection, nanotechnology, and the principles of thermodynamics. You can build skills in analyzing material behavior, conducting experiments, and applying statistical methods to interpret data. Many courses introduce tools such as scanning electron microscopes, X-ray diffraction, and software for modeling material properties, that support practical applications in industries like aerospace, electronics, and biomedical engineering.


Popular Material Science Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Biology, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    166 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Chip based VLSI design for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Serial Peripheral Interface, Computational Logic, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Electronic Components, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Diagram Design, Programmable Logic Controllers

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    177 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    The Neuromarketing Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Marketing, Neurology, Science and Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    200 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Test Driven Development (TDD), Requirements Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Software Engineering, Program Development, Diagram Design, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    221 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    RF and millimeter-Wave Circuit Design

    Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Hardware Design, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Electronic Hardware, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Laboratory Experience

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Emory University

    Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to iOS App Development with Swift 5

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Code Review, UI Components, Unit Testing, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Development, Debugging, Storyboarding

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    248 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Political Sciences, Art History, European History, World History, Research, Investigation, Social Sciences, Culture, Governance, Scientific Methods, Data Collection, Storytelling

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    323 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery State-of-Charge (SOC) Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Probability, Model Evaluation, Engineering Calculations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Tuning, Applied Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Control Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    254 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Interactive Brokers

    Derivatives - Options & Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Risk Management, Market Analysis, Capital Markets, Portfolio Risk, Investments, Technical Analysis, Market Dynamics, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    271 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Estrategias para ganar. Meteorología en la vuelta al mundo

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Physical Science, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Safety Assurance, Global Positioning Systems, Predictive Modeling, Communication Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    180 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, School Psychology, Higher Education, Education and Training, Child Development, Curriculum Planning, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Pedagogy, Social Skills, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    322 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…249250251…834

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular material science courses

  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology: Rice University
  • Chip based VLSI design for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
  • The Neuromarketing Toolbox: Copenhagen Business School
  • Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • RF and millimeter-Wave Circuit Design: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future: Emory University
  • Introduction to iOS App Development with Swift 5: LearnQuest
  • The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Battery State-of-Charge (SOC) Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Derivatives - Options & Futures: Interactive Brokers

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

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

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