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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Química, guerra y ética

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, General Science and Research, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Ancient History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Epic Games

      Visual Development and Audio Design in Games

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Prototyping, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, Virtual Environment, Aesthetics

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      DeepLearning.AI

      How Diffusion Models Work

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Jupyter, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      270 reviews

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fractal Analytics

      Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Interactive Learning, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Automation, Critical Thinking

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Enjoyable Econometrics

      Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Survey Creation, Quantitative Research, Data Wrangling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Analysis

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Javascript: The Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Front-End Web Development, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, Web Applications, Mobile Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Anthropology, Biology, Sociology, Psychology, Ancient History, Political Sciences, Scientific Methods, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Discussion Facilitation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Project Finance & Excel: Build Financial Models from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Return On Investment, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Construction Management, Capital Expenditure, Operating Cost, Income Statement, Cash Flow Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Cash Flows, Revenue Forecasting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Google Sheets, Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Project Planning, Spreadsheet Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Information Systems Auditing and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Auditing, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Compliance Auditing, Project Coordination, Financial Controls, Quality Assurance, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance, Presentations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Software Architecture Patterns for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Scalability, Predictive Modeling, Data Architecture, Distributed Computing, Application Performance Management, Software Architecture, Big Data, Unit Testing, Microservices, Database Architecture and Administration, Software Engineering, Data Store, Middleware

      Build toward a degree

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Visual Development and Audio Design in Games: Epic Games
    • How Diffusion Models Work: DeepLearning.AI
    • Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction: Fractal Analytics
    • Enjoyable Econometrics: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Introduction to Javascript: The Basics: Coursera Project Network
    • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University
    • Project Finance & Excel: Build Financial Models from Scratch: Packt
    • Gemini in Google Sheets: Google Cloud

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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