Harvard University Offers Free Online Courses Across Discipline
- Rekha Pal
- Aug 25
- 1 min read
Updated: 3 days ago

Harvard University, ranked fifth among the world’s top universities, is expanding access to quality education by offering hundreds of free online courses in fields ranging from Humanities to Computer Science. The courses are available on the university’s official learning portal (pll.harvard.edu) and on platforms like YouTube, where they have garnered millions of views.
Covering subjects such as Arts and Design, Theology, Business, Data Science, Education, Programming, Mathematics, and more, the initiative aims to make world-class education accessible to learners worldwide.
Some of the most popular courses include:
CS50: Introduction to Computer Science – A foundational course introducing algorithmic thinking, problem-solving, and programming languages including C, Python, SQL, and JavaScript.
CS50’s Introduction to Artificial Intelligence with Python – A seven-week course on AI concepts such as machine learning, reinforcement learning, and intelligent system design.
Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking – Focused on building strong communication and public speaking skills.
Introduction to Linear Models and Matrix Algebra – Covering matrix algebra applications in data analysis and linear models.
The Architectural Imagination – Teaching students to analyze and interpret architectural representation.
Early Childhood Development: Global Strategies for Interventions – Highlighting strategies to support child development, useful for professionals and parents alike.
Resilient Leadership – Drawing lessons in teamwork and optimism from Shackleton’s Antarctic expedition.
Through these offerings, Harvard reinforces its commitment to democratizing education and empowering learners across the globe.
Interested candidates can explore and enroll in the courses at pll.harvard.edu.
Good short read. Didn’t know Harvard offered such interesting courses.