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Political Science Courses

Political Science courses can help you learn about government structures, political theories, international relations, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, data interpretation, and effective communication, that support analyzing political systems and crafting informed arguments. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing political data, simulation models for understanding electoral processes, and case study methods to evaluate policy impacts.


Popular Political Science Courses and Certifications


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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Feminismo, género y política

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Sociology, Case Studies, Community Organizing, Economics, Discussion Facilitation, World History

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Effective Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Fundamentos de Investigación Científica

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research, Systems Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Storage Technologies, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Database Theory, Network Routing, Theoretical Computer Science

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    M.A. Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Surveys, Environmental Laws, Sampling (Statistics), Social Sciences, Research Reports, Social Determinants Of Health, Matplotlib, Public Policies, Research Methodologies, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Diplomacy, International Relations, Economics, Complex Problem Solving, Immigration Law, Socioeconomics

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of Geneva

    Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, World History, Anthropology, Social Determinants Of Health, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Research, Political Sciences, Biomedical Technology, Research Methodologies, Economics

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Felicidad y Políticas Públicas

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Sociology, Surveys

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    America's Written Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Civil Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    M.A. in International Relations, Security, and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, Surveys, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Survey Creation, Risk Mitigation, Mitigation, Environmental Laws, Sampling (Statistics), Political Sciences, Economic Development, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Immigration Law, Public Safety and National Security, Socioeconomics, Governance, Ancient History, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Sciences, Security Strategy

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, International Relations, European History, Political Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics, Economic Development, Diplomacy, Governance, Sustainable Development

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Global Climate Change Policies and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Public Policies, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Governance, Sustainable Technologies, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Science, Forecasting, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • Fundamentos de Investigación Científica: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • M.A. Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.: University of Geneva
  • Felicidad y Políticas Públicas: Universidad de Palermo
  • America's Written Constitution: Yale University
  • M.A. in International Relations, Security, and Strategy: O.P. Jindal Global University

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