15 Best Programming Courses on edX
We compared 15 Programming courses currently listed on edX, priced from $5.00 to $2,021.39. 5 come from a named university or institution, including Institute of Science Tokyo, Harvard University and HP. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.
- Courses compared
- 15
- Price range
- $5.00 – $2,021.39
- Providers
- edX
- Last updated
- 30 Aug 2026
How these 15 courses were chosen
Every course below is a real, currently listed course from edX, matched to "programming" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.
The grade on each entry scores how much the provider publishes about the course before you pay — the length and detail of the description, whether it lists learning outcomes and objectives — and whether a named university or institution stands behind it. A is fully documented and institution-backed; E is little more than a title and a price. Courses with almost nothing published are left ungraded rather than marked down, because an unknown course and a poor one are not the same thing.
There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $5.00 to $2,021.39, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.
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Introduction to Computer Science and Programming
Offered by Institute of Science Tokyo
The term “Computation” refers to the action performed by a computer. A computation can be a basic operation and it can also be a sophisticated computer simulation requiring a large amount of data and substantial resource...
$79.00listed price -
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Computer Science for Python Programming
Offered by Harvard University
This course focuses on Python programming within the realm of computer science, guiding you through foundational concepts and practical applications. You'll learn how to employ Python for various tasks and develop proble...
$466.20listed price -
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From Code to Creation: Mastering Game Programming
Offered by HP
From coding dynamic game mechanics and optimizing performance to understanding AI integration and developing interactive experiences, delve into the intricacies of game programming with this comprehensive course from HP....
$5.00listed price -
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Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)
Offered by The University of Michigan
This course is a "no prerequisite" introduction to Python Programming. You will learn about variables, conditional execution, repeated execution and how we use functions. The homework is done in a web browser so you can...
$59.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditC++ Programming: A Hands-on Introduction
Offered by Codio
This course offers a hands-on introduction to C++ programming, making it ideal for those looking to get a solid grasp of this powerful language. You'll engage with practical exercises that not only teach you the syntax o...
$510.30listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditJava Programming: A Hands-on Introduction
Offered by Codio
This course provides a hands-on introduction to Java programming, designed to help you develop a strong foundation in coding. Through practical exercises and projects, you'll learn the basics of the Java language and how...
$510.30listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditRust Programming
Offered by Pragmatic AI Labs
This Rust Programming course is designed to give you a solid foundation in Rust, a systems programming language known for its reliability and performance. You'll learn how Rust enables safe concurrency and memory managem...
$2,021.39listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditIntroduction to Java Programming
Offered by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
This course is designed for those interested in getting started with Java programming, covering essential concepts and techniques. You'll learn how to write, compile, and run simple Java applications while understanding...
$510.30listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditPython Programming: A Hands-on Introduction
Offered by Codio
This course offers a hands-on introduction to Python programming, making it ideal for those looking to enhance their coding skills. You'll get practical experience while learning to solve real-world problems through prog...
$510.30listed price -
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Computing in Python I: Fundamentals and Procedural Programming
Offered by The Georgia Institute of Technology
Learn the fundamentals of computing in Python, including variables, operators, and writing and debugging your own programs.
$189.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditC++ Programming Essentials
Offered by IBM
This course focuses on the foundational elements of C++ programming, guiding you through essential concepts and techniques. You'll learn to develop your programming skills and understand how C++ can be applied to solve v...
$357.30listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditPython Programming: Basic Skills
Offered by Codio
Code and run your first Python program in minutes without installing anything! This beginner-focused course will give you the basic skills needed to write a simple program in Python. Topics covered include variables, ope...
$189.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditJava Programming: Basic Skills
Offered by Codio
Code and run your first Java program in minutes without installing anything! This beginner-focused course will give you the basic skills needed to write a simple program in Java. Topics covered include variables, operato...
$189.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditC++ Programming: Basic Skills
Offered by Codio
Code and run your first C++ program in minutes without installing anything! This beginner-focused course will give you the basic skills needed to write a simple program in C++. Topics covered include variables, operators...
$189.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditC++ Programming: Object-Oriented Design
Offered by Codio
Code and run your first C++ program in minutes without installing anything! This beginner-focused course will further develop your programming skills. Topics covered include creating classes, mutability, encapsulation, i...
$189.00listed price
Best Programming Courses on edX compared
Prices shown are the provider's listed price when we last updated this page. Confirm on their site before enrolling.
What the prices here tell you
The 15 priced courses on this page run from $5.00 to $2,021.39, with the middle of the range around $189.00 — a spread of $2,016.39. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.
Who is behind these courses
These courses come from edX. Everything on this page is sold on the one platform, so the buying experience is the same whichever you pick. 5 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including Institute of Science Tokyo, Harvard University and HP — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.
Before you enrol
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