Free Coursera Program for Personal Development
Are you ready for another exciting semester at HKUST? And what better way to get started than with some free online courses from our MOOC partner, Coursera!
Get full access to their program catalogs, meet learners from around the world, and earn certificates for free upon completion. It’s the perfect way to expand your knowledge and develop new skills.
We have two fantastic programs available for you:
| Program | What is it? | For whom? |
This exclusive MOOC portal offers online courses and specialization series developed by our very own faculty members. |
HKUST students, staff, and alumni |
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This portal features thousands of online courses, specialization series, and guided projects from Coursera’s top partner universities, such as HKUST, Yale and Duke, worldwide. The course catalog is curated by Coursera. |
Current HKUST students and staff |
Don't worry if you are new to this program. Joining is easy! Just follow these simple steps:
- Go to the program page and click on “Join”
- In the “Log In” box, click on
at the top of the box - On the HKUST credential page, enter your @connect.ust.hk or @ust.hk account and password (DO NOT use your email alias)
- Once you have joined the program, you can start browsing the course catalog and enroll in any courses that interest you.
- If you want to earn free certificates, make sure you complete the requirements set out by the course instructors.
It's worth noting that these courses are non-credit bearing. They are intended for your personal interest and development only, but that doesn't make them any less exciting
If you have any questions, there are plenty of resources to help you out:
- Check out Coursera’s Help Articles on how to join a learning program first.
- Contact Coursera's Learner Help Center or post a question in Coursera’s Community Help.
- Email us at ustcoursera@ust.hk if you have other questions about the programs.
Let's start learning and make the most of the new academic year!
