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Sociology Courses

Sociology courses can help you learn social theories, research methodologies, cultural analysis, and the dynamics of social institutions. You can build skills in critical thinking, qualitative and quantitative research, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis and survey design platforms, that support conducting research and interpreting social trends.

Popular Sociology Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Survey Creation, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Correlation Analysis

    4.7 stars, 2.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, R (Software), Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Software, Sociology, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Dependency Analysis

    4.3 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Model Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Studies, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Economic Development, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Market Dynamics, Coordination

    4.8 stars, 2.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Economics, World History, Behavioral Economics, Employee Relations, Financial Policy, Innovation, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication

    4.7 stars, 64 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (64) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Data Cleansing, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics

    4.7 stars, 248 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (248) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Team Collaboration, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact, Social Network Analysis, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Driving engagement, Digital Communications

    4.4 stars, 820 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (820) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    U101: Understanding College and College Life

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Academic Advising, Productivity, Time Management, Personal Development, Planning, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Adaptability, Relationship Building

    4.6 stars, 510 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (510) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Peking University

    社会调查与研究方法 (上)Methodologies in Social Research (Part I)

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Research Methodologies, Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Surveys, Experimentation, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Reports, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sample Size Determination, Social Studies, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Survey Creation, Probability & Statistics

    4.7 stars, 52 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, World History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Demography, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economics, European History, Case Studies, Governance

    4.3 stars, 39 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Skills, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Sustainable Development, Legal Proceedings, Critical Thinking

    4.4 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Studies, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

    4.6 stars, 401 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (401) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Social Norms, Social Change II

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Sociology, Culture, Community Development, Trend Analysis, Psychology, Media and Communications

    4.8 stars, 455 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (455) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular sociology courses

  • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • Social Network Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Model Thinking: University of Michigan
  • Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Social Network Analysis: University of California, Davis
  • Social Computing: University of California San Diego
  • U101: Understanding College and College Life: University of Washington
  • 社会调查与研究方法 (上)Methodologies in Social Research (Part I): Peking University
  • Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé: Sciences Po
  • Social Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University

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