University of Cape Town Courses

Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics

892 ratings

If you’ve ever skipped over`the results section of a medical paper because terms like “confidence interval” or “p-value” go over your head, then you’re in the right place.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

40 ratings

Explore complex social problems and develop innovative solutions through strength-based approaches, human-centered design, and system thinking. Learn to become a changemaker and create meaningful impact.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

36 ratings

This course challenges you to consider how one might lift societies out of poverty while also mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. We explore the inherent complexity of developing country governments wanting to grow their economies in a climate friendly…

• Coursera
• 17 hours 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

33 ratings

This course is about caring for and educating children (and youth) with severe to profound intellectual disability.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Julia Scientific Programming

33 ratings

Learn Julia for scientific computing: high-performance language for data analysis, modeling, and visualization. Explore arrays, loops, SIR models, and statistical techniques through hands-on projects and real-world applications.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Disability Inclusion in Education: Building Systems of Support

15 ratings

Explore strategies for inclusive education, focusing on supporting teachers to meet the needs of learners with severe to profound hearing, visual, and intellectual disabilities.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Organ Donation: From Death to Life

14 ratings

Explore the complexities of organ donation, from brain death determination to ethical considerations. Learn about donor assessment, allocation practices, and strategies to improve donation rates.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Data Skills Accelerator: Analysis & Application

Develop data analysis skills using Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Python. Build a portfolio-ready capstone project and earn a UCT certificate to confidently step into strategic, data-driven roles.

• GetSmarter
• 27 weeks, 9 hours/week
• 1st Jun, 2026
• Paid Course

Digital Marketing

Master comprehensive digital marketing strategies including web design, SEO, copywriting, social media, and email marketing to execute effective campaigns across industries.

• GetSmarter
• 6 weeks, 5 hours/week
• 1st Jun, 2026
• Paid Course

Web Design

Master HTML, CSS, and responsive design fundamentals while building a fully functional four-page website optimized for search and mobile devices.

• GetSmarter
• 10 weeks, 8 hours/week
• 1st Jun, 2026
• Paid Course

User Experience Design

Master UX design fundamentals through hands-on prototyping, user research, and stakeholder collaboration to create compelling digital experiences that captivate users.

• GetSmarter
• 10 weeks, 8 hours/week
• 4th May, 2026
• Paid Course

Public Relations (PR)

Master strategic communication, stakeholder management, crisis handling, and digital PR tactics to build influential relationships and control brand perception effectively.

• GetSmarter
• 10 weeks, 8 hours/week
• 7th Sep, 2026
• Paid Course

Change Management

Master strategic change planning, stakeholder engagement, and implementation techniques to drive sustainable organizational transformation and overcome resistance.

• GetSmarter
• 8 weeks, 8 hours/week
• 28th Sep, 2026
• Paid Course

Operations Management

Master lean thinking and strategic operational planning to navigate economic challenges while improving efficiency, quality, and waste management across business processes.

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• 8 weeks, 9 hours/week
• 22nd Jun, 2026
• Paid Course

Property Development and Investment

Discover how to identify profitable property investment opportunities, analyze market trends, and develop commercially viable development plans with legal and financial expertise.

• GetSmarter
• 8 weeks, 8 hours/week
• 4th May, 2026
• Paid Course