Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT
Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Prompt Engineering. It is structured in 6 modules with 3 stated learning outcomes, over 18h 48m. Learners rate it 4.8/5 from 8.1K ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Prompt Engineering courses collection, where we compare it against 3 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 18h 48m |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.8★ (8.1K reviews) |
| Price | Check price Free |
What you’ll learn
Who this course is for
What this course covers
6 modulesThe 6-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 18h 48m.
Module 1 · Course Introduction
Module 2 · Introduction to Prompts
Module 3 · Prompt Patterns I
Module 4 · Few-Shot Examples
Module 5 · Prompt Patterns II
Module 6 · Prompt Patterns III
What learners rate it
Rated 4.8/5 by 8.1K learners on Coursera (checked 10 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT This |
 Coursera
|
4.8★ | Check price | 18h 48m | Highest rated (4.8★ from 8.1K reviews) |
| Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics |
Coursera
|
4.7★ | Check price | 9h 39m | Beginner-friendly · 9h 39m |
| Learn Prompt Engineering | Codecademy | 4.5★ | $29.99 | 3h | Cheapest paid option ($29.99) |
| Intro to Claude AI |
Coursera
|
4.3★ | Check price | 1h 8m | Quickest to finish (1h 8m) |
Common questions
How much does Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT cost?
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Does Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT 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 Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT take?
Coursera lists it at 18h 48m. 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 Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT cover?
It is organised into 6 modules, starting with Course Introduction and going on to Introduction to Prompts, Prompt Patterns I, Few-Shot Examples, Prompt Patterns II, among others. The full outline is on this page.