15 Best Scripting Courses on Coursera
We compared 15 Scripting courses currently listed on Coursera, priced from $9.99 to $49.00. 4 come from a named university or institution, including Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, Rice University and University of Michigan. 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
- $9.99 – $49.00
- Providers
- Coursera
- Last updated
- 30 Aug 2026
How these 15 courses were chosen
Every course below is a real, currently listed course from Coursera, matched to "scripting" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.
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 $9.99 to $49.00, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.
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Linux Commands & Shell Scripting
Offered by Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Master Linux Commands & Shell Scripting with this comprehensive Linux course that bridges theory with practical application, equipping you with essential command-line proficiency and powerful shell scripting capabilities...
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Introduction to Scripting in Python
Offered by Rice University
Developed by Rice University's world-class Computer Science & Data Science faculty, this specialization is intended for beginners who would like to master essential programming skills. Through four courses, you will cove...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditUnity 6 Game Development with C# Scripting
Offered by Packt
This specialization is designed to guide learners through the entire journey of mastering Unity game development using C# scripting. In the first course, learners will build foundational skills, starting with the Unity i...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditMaster C# Scripting for Unity in 30 Days
Offered by Packt
This specialization features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress throug...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditPython Scripting Training
Offered by EDUCBA
Build a strong foundation in Python programming by learning the essential concepts and techniques used to create practical scripts and interactive programs. In this course, you will set up your Python environment, explor...
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Coursera CertificateAutomation and Scripting with Python
Offered by Microsoft
Description: This course focuses on automating tasks and improving efficiency using Python. You'll learn how to write scripts for file manipulation, data extraction, web scraping, and interacting with APIs. Benefits: Aut...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditBash Scripting and System Configuration
Offered by Codio
Code and run your first Bash script in minutes without installing anything! This course is designed for learners with no scripting experience. Learners will gain hands-on practice on an Ubuntu system that can be easily t...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditIntermediate C# Scripting: Game Mechanics & Reusable Scripts
Offered by Packt
Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as yo...
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The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux
Offered by Coursera
By the end of this project, you will be able to create your own scripts using the bash shell in Linux. Throughout the project, You’ll be able to identify and apply the basic scripting techniques. Furthermore, You’ll be a...
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Coursera CertificatePython Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects
Offered by EDUCBA
This specialization equips learners with a comprehensive understanding of Python scripting—from core programming constructs to applied problem-solving through real-world projects. Through structured courses and guided ca...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditPython Scripting for DevOps
Offered by LearnQuest
In the first course, you will learn some of the concepts of procedural programming: user input, console output, variable declaration and assignment, decision branching and iteration. The second course will introduce you...
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Coursera MOOC / Non-creditIntroduction to Python Scripting for DevOps
Offered by LearnQuest
This course is the first course in a series that aims to prepare you for a role working as a programmer. In this course, you will be introduced to the five main concepts in procedural programming: user input, console out...
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Coursera CertificatePractical Windows PowerShell Scripting
Offered by Pearson
This Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting specialisation includes the latest tools such as PowerShell 7 pipeline parallelization, Windows 11 Terminal, and Windows Server 2022. Start by building practical PowerShell scr...
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Systems Thinking for AI & Automation
Offered by University of Michigan
AI can help you work faster—but only when it's applied to the right problems. "In Systems Thinking for AI & Automation," you'll learn how to identify tasks worth automating, avoid common automation mistakes, and create w...
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Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools
Offered by Duke University
This course is designed for beginners and those with some programming experience in either Python or Rust that want to implement automation and utilities in the command-line. Although no prior knowledge of Python or Rust...
$49.00listed price
Best Scripting Courses on Coursera compared
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What the prices here tell you
The 15 priced courses on this page run from $9.99 to $49.00, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $39.01. The options are closely priced, so cost is unlikely to be your deciding factor. 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 Coursera. Everything on this page is sold on the one platform, so the buying experience is the same whichever you pick. 4 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, Rice University and University of Michigan — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.
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