QF-Supported Study for Selected Open Courses
QF Academy builds an independent assessment route around selected MIT OpenCourseWare courses. Learners study the public OCW materials, then complete QF-created problem sheets, written submissions, and grading tasks for a QF certificate of completion.
Attribution and Independence
MIT OpenCourseWare materials are created and published by MIT OpenCourseWare. QF Academy is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, certified by, or approved by MIT. Certificates issued through this route are QF Academy certificates and are not issued by MIT.
How the Route Works
Study the OCW materials
Learners use the selected public MIT OpenCourseWare pages as the lecture and reading base.
Complete QF problem sheets
QF adds original problem sheets, written tasks, and completion criteria so the route involves active mathematical work.
Receive QF grading
Submitted work is reviewed against QF completion standards, with feedback where this is included in the learner's plan.
Earn a QF certificate
Learners who complete the required QF assessment tasks receive a QF certificate of completion. This is not issued by MIT.
Selected OCW Study Routes
The first supported routes are listed below. More OCW-supported routes will be added over time, based on learner demand and how well the course fits QF's mathematical training pathways.
Matrix Methods in Data Analysis, Signal Processing, and Machine Learning
A route for learners who want to strengthen the linear algebra behind data analysis, signal processing, and machine learning.
- original QF problem sheets
- written submissions
- grading against QF completion criteria
- QF certificate of completion
Matrix Calculus for Machine Learning and Beyond
A route for learners who want to understand the differential calculus behind modern machine learning.
- original QF problem sheets
- written submissions
- grading against QF completion criteria
- QF certificate of completion
Applied Category Theory
A route for learners interested in compositional thinking across mathematics, computer science, systems, networks, and applied modelling.
- original QF problem sheets
- written submissions
- grading against QF completion criteria
- QF certificate of completion
More OCW-supported routes are planned. QF may also consider project completion support for suitable learners, depending on background, preparation, available time, and the chosen route.
What QF Adds
Route selection
QF selects open-course materials that fit serious mathematical training routes and connect naturally with AI, data science, quantum computing, cryptography, or technical research.
Assessment layer
QF-created problem sheets and written tasks turn open materials into structured mathematical practice.
Completion evidence
QF certificates are issued only for learners who complete the required QF assessment tasks. They do not represent MIT credit or MIT certification.
Optional project support
For suitable learners, QF may consider project completion support linked to the chosen route. This depends on preparation, plan level, and whether the project is realistic.
Turn Open Study Into Written Work
The OCW materials remain freely available through MIT OpenCourseWare. QF adds an independent route for learners who want problem sheets, grading, feedback, completion evidence, and, where suitable, project support.