Skill Up with UC Davis' Self-Paced Courses on Coursera
UC Davis CPE’s self-paced courses and specializations on Coursera give you "just-in-time" learning to advance your career on your schedule. You set the pace and deadlines for assignments and have until the end of the course date to complete your coursework. Video lectures, peer-reviewed assignments and community discussion forums create a robust, engaging online learning experience.
- Top-Quality Courses
- UC Davis ranked No. 10 among the nation's public universities by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, and our self-paced learning reflects that quality.
- Expert Instructors
- Our instructors are professionals at the top of their fields. From GIS engineers and data scientists to master coaches and even a world-class veterinarian, you’ll be learning from the best in the industry.
- Specializations and Courses
- Whether you need to master a skill or two or you want a deeper dive into your subject, we offer several options to meet your needs. Take a single class or enroll in a full specialization of courses that progressively build your knowledge.
From Curiosity to Career Growth
Discover new subjects, sharpen your skills and invest in your future with UC Davis’ affordable, high-quality online courses and programs. UC Davis courses on Coursera span a wide range of interests, including:
- Data Science and Analytics
- Computer Science and Programming
- Business, Marketing and Management
- Engineering
- Healthcare Data and Information Literacy
- Food, Beverage and Sensory Science
- Professional and Workplace Skills
- Communication and Language
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Analysis
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