Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Journalism, Music, Political Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Systems Engineering, Culture, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Media and Communications, International Relations, Governance, Higher Education, Public Policies, Physical Science, Liberal Arts, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Engineering Design Process, Environmental Science, Writing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Statistical Analysis, Automation, Program Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Debugging
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Data Ethics, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Sampling (Statistics)
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Network Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Environment, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Sustainable Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Torque (Physics), electromagnetics, Physics, Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Electronics, Electronic Components, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Integral Calculus
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Performance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Creative Design, Creativity, Content Creation, Storytelling, Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Price Negotiation, Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Policy Analysis
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Structure, Business Ethics, Collaboration, Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Social Network Analysis, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months