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Best Mathematics Courses & Certificates [2025]

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Imperial College London
Mathematics for Machine Learning
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, Statistics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Geometry, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Mathematical Modeling
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
15K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Mathematics for Engineers
Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Integral Calculus, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Civil Engineering, Advanced Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Engineering, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Geometry
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
7.4K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Basic Mathematics
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
112 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
DeepLearning.AI
Mathematics for Machine Learning and Data Science
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Probability, Linear Algebra, Statistical Inference, A/B Testing, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, NumPy, Calculus, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Science
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
2.5K reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
Stanford University
Introduction to Mathematical Thinking
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics, Logical Reasoning
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
2.9K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
The University of Sydney
Introduction to Calculus
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Geometry, Trigonometry, Arithmetic, Derivatives, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
3.8K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Discrete Mathematics
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Network Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computer Science
3.3
Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
192 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
University of North Texas
Math Prep: College & Work Ready
Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Geometry, Statistics, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
261 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of London
Mathematics for Computer Science
Skills you'll gain: Graphing, Computational Thinking, Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, General Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Systems Of Measurement, Cryptography
4.1
Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
230 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
Stanford University
Introduction to Statistics
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Exploratory Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
3.8K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Algebra: Elementary to Advanced
Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Analytical Skills, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra, Geometry, Calculus
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
690 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Imperial College London
Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Data Transformation, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Python Programming
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
12K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months