Mathematics for Engineers
Offered by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Learn the mathematics needed to become an engineer.
Mathematics for Engineers is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Mathematics. Coursera lists it at 3 months. Learners rate it 4.8/5 from 7.8K ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Mathematics courses collection, where we compare it against 2 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 3 months |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.8★ (7.8K reviews) |
| Price | Check price Free |
Who this course is for
What learners rate it
Rated 4.8/5 by 7.8K learners on Coursera (checked 10 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics for Engineers This |
 Coursera
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4.8★ | Check price | 3 months | Highest rated (4.8★ from 7.8K reviews) |
| Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science |
Coursera
|
4.5★ | Check price | 3 months | Beginner-friendly · 3 months |
| Mathematics for Computer Science |
Coursera
|
4.2★ | Check price | 9h 38m | Quickest to finish (9h 38m) |
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Common questions
How much does Mathematics for Engineers cost?
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Does Mathematics for Engineers 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 Mathematics for Engineers take?
Coursera lists it at 3 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 Mathematics for Engineers suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.