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      National Taiwan University

      International Communication and East Asian Affairs (1)

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, International Relations, Electronic Media, Journalism, Culture, Branding, Cultural Diversity, Telecommunications, Digital Communications, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Digital Transformation

      4.8
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Python for Data Analysis and Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Debugging, Spreadsheet Software, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Software Installation, Data Validation, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: Foundations & Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Test Driven Development (TDD), JUnit, Java, Unit Testing, Software Testing, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Systems Analysis, Conceptual Design

      Build toward a degree

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Innovación y medios digitales en proyectos sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Communication Planning, Project Design, Social Media, Human Centered Design, Project Planning, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Sustainability Reporting, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Presentations

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Prototyping Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Functional Design, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Mockups, ChatGPT, Design Software, Usability, Conceptual Design, Canva (Software), User Experience Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Analysis for Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Data Visualization, Semantic Web, Statistical Methods, Text Mining, Data Structures, JSON, Social Media, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing

      Build toward a degree

      2.8
      Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with Javascript 1: Draw & Animate

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Javascript, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Animations, Debugging, Scripting Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evolución: Síntesis extendida

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Development, Human Learning, Environment, Anthropology, Innovation, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Basic Programming in Python I

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Program Development, Data Manipulation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction aspects of Steel Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Construction, Building Design, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Engineering Design Process

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Attitude Control with Momentum Exchange Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Simulations, Mechanics, Angular, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Calculus

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Immigration Law, International Relations, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, World History, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Business, Information Technology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • International Communication and East Asian Affairs (1): National Taiwan University
    • Python for Data Analysis and Automation: Packt
    • Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: Foundations & Concepts: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Innovación y medios digitales en proyectos sociales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • GenAI for Prototyping Basics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Network Analysis for Marketing Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Computational Thinking with Javascript 1: Draw & Animate: University of Glasgow
    • Evolución: Síntesis extendida: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Basic Programming in Python I: Northeastern University
    • Construction aspects of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech

    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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