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Coursera: Data Science Math Skills (Duke University)

Run by Duke University (via Coursera)

OnlineOnline (global)Self-paced, ~13 hours total across 4 modulesPaid (Certificate experience or Coursera Plus subscription); trial at no cost for eligible learners; financial aid availableOpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>Data Science Math Skills is a Duke University course on Coursera introducing the core mathematics used in data science: set theory, algebra with inequalities, functions and graphs, rates of change, logarithms, and probability including Bayes' theorem. The course is pitched at learners with basic school mathematics who have not yet taken algebra or pre-calculus, and serves as a bridge to more advanced courses in the Excel to MySQL Data Science Specialization.</p><ul><li>Four modules: Building Blocks for Problem Solving, Functions and Graphs, Measuring Rates of Change, and Introduction to Probability Theory.</li><li>Beginner level, with no prior experience required.</li><li>Self-paced, approximately 10 hours of total coursework with 14 graded assignments.</li><li>Free to audit course content; a shareable Coursera certificate is available on payment.</li><li>Taught in English with subtitles in 23 languages; financial aid available to qualifying learners.</li></ul><p>Enrol through the Coursera course page and begin immediately at your own pace.</p>

Who can apply

Anyone; suitable for JC1–JC2 or polytechnic students interested in data science

How to apply

Enrol through the "Enroll now" button on the Coursera course page. Course materials and the certificate need a paid Certificate experience or Coursera Plus; eligible learners can start with a free trial, and financial aid is available.

What you get

Certificate

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by Duke University (via Coursera).

Who can apply?+

Anyone; suitable for JC1–JC2 or polytechnic students interested in data science

Is it paid?+

Cost: Paid (Certificate experience or Coursera Plus subscription); trial at no cost for eligible learners; financial aid available.

How do I apply?+

Enrol through the "Enroll now" button on the Coursera course page.

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 27 September 2026