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30 of the best Stanford University courses you can take online for free

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30 of the best Stanford University courses you can take online for free

TL;DR: Take a wide range of free online courses from Stanford University on edX. Take lessons on everything from designing your career to staying fit, without spending anything.


Online learning platforms provide an opportunity for potential students from around the world to access world-leading educational resources. Some of the best online courses from Stanford University are even available for free on edX.

You can take lessons on computer science, staying fit, quantum mechanics, and a whole lot more without spending anything. You can even receive a verified certificate of completion for a small fee. There's no pressure to pay anything, but it might be nice to stick something on your CV.

We have lined up a selection of the best free Stanford University courses as of July 4:

It's important to note that a lot of the courses hosted by edX are not exactly beginner friendly. It's worth reviewing the course summary before enrolling, because we wouldn't want you to feel overwhelmed. You can learn at your own pace though, so you have time to catch up if you learn fast.

Find the best free online courses from Stanford University at edX.

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