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Purdue University is a vast laboratory for discovery. The university is known not only for science, technology, engineering, and math programs, but also for their imagination, ingenuity, and innovation. It’s a place where those who seek an education come to make their ideas real — especially when those transformative discoveries lead to scientific, technological, social, or humanitarian impact.

Founded in 1869 in West Lafayette, Indiana, the university proudly serves its state as well as the nation and the world. Academically, Purdue’s role as a major research institution is supported by top-ranking disciplines in pharmacy, business, engineering, and agriculture. More than 39,000 students are enrolled here. All 50 states and 130 countries are represented. Add about 950 student organizations and Big Ten Boilermaker athletics, and you get a college atmosphere that’s without rival.

Purdue University have partnered with edX and FutureLearn to deliver online courses to learners across the globe.

Learn new skills, pursue your interests or advance your career with these short online courses from Purdue University:

Courses on edX
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• AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Loops and Data Structures
• AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Classes and Objects
• AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Polymorphism and Advanced Data Structures
• Probability: Basic Concepts & Discrete Random Variables
• Probability: Distribution Models & Continuous Random Variables
• AP Computer Science A: Java Programming
• Fundamentals of Current Flow
• Organic Electronic Devices
• Nanophotonic Modeling
• Communicating Strategically
• The Physics of Electronic Polymers (PEP)
• Principles of Electronic Biosensors
• Introduction to the Schrödinger Equation and Quantum Transport
• Introduction to Bioelectricity
• Essentials of MOSFETs
• Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics, Part B: Quantum Transport
• From Atoms to Materials: Predictive Theory and Simulations
• U.S. Government - Foundations, Democracy & Politics
• Business Accounting Basics
• Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics: Basic Concepts
• Semiconductor Fundamentals
• Biological Engineering: Cellular Design Principles
• Nanotechnology: Fundamentals of Nanotransistors
• Personal Finance

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Courses on FutureLearn
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• Understanding Diversity and Inclusion
• Improve Your Intercultural Competence
• Develop Your Cultural Intelligence
• Introduction to R for Data Science
• Digital Media Analytics: Using Data from Owned Media
• World of Spies: Keeping Secrets
• Digital Media Analytics: Earned Media
• Digital Media Analytics: Social Media Research Plans
• Digital Media Analytics: Using 'Listening Data'
• Introduction to Strategic Doing: An Agile Approach to Strategy
• Digital Media Analytics: Introduction
• Creating Moments of Joy for People with Alzheimer’s
• Time Management Strategies for Project Management
• Digital Media Analytics: Paid Media
• Hispanic Film and Culture
• Brain and Behavior: Regulating Body Weight
• Persuasive Communication: What Makes Messages Persuasive?
• Communicating Complex Information: Presenting Your Ideas Clearly and Effectively

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A micro-credential is a certificate program that is made up of a series of related courses to develop a particular skill for professional development.

Purdue University have partnered with FutureLearn and edX to deliver the following micro-credentials: