Introductory C Programming
Offered by Duke University. Learn Essential Programming Fundamentals. Master programming skills to solve complex problems.
Introductory C Programming is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in C Programming. It is structured in 4 modules, over 5 months. Learners rate it 4.6/5 from 7.5K ratings on Coursera.
Part of our C Programming courses collection, where we compare it against 3 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 5 months |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.6★ (7.5K reviews) |
| Price | Check price Free |
Level and time commitment
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
4 modulesThe 4-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 5 months.
Module 1 · Programming Fundamentals
Module 2 · Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C
Module 3 · Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion
Module 4 · Interacting with the System and Managing Memory
What learners rate it
Rated 4.6/5 by 7.5K learners on Coursera (checked 25 Aug 2026).
This rating is collected by Coursera from its own enrolled learners. We reproduce it as reported and do not accept paid or incentivised reviews. See it on Coursera →
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Compare with alternatives
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introductory C Programming This |
 Coursera
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4.6★ | Check price | 5 months | Highest rated (4.6★ from 7.5K reviews) |
| C Programming in Bangla - from Zero to Hero |
 Udemy
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4.4★ | Free | Free — certificate included | |
| C Programming For Beginners - Master the C Language |
Udemy
|
4.4★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | |
| Learn C# (C Sharp) | Codecademy | 4.4★ | Free | 15h | Quickest to finish (15h) |
Common questions
How much does Introductory C Programming cost?
Coursera does not publish a price we can read on the course page, so we do not show one. Check the fee on the provider site — we would rather say nothing than quote a number we did not collect.
Does Introductory C Programming come with a certificate?
Yes — Coursera lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Introductory C Programming take?
Coursera lists it at 5 months. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Introductory C Programming suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Introductory C Programming cover?
It is organised into 4 modules, starting with Programming Fundamentals and going on to Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C, Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion, Interacting with the System and Managing Memory. The full outline is on this page.