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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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    Packt

    R Ultimate 2024 - R for Data Science and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Autoencoders, Shiny (R Package), Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, R (Software), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Import/Export, Classification Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, R Programming, Model Training, Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Data Manipulation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Trigonometry, Engineering, Geometry, Electrical Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    GRAMMY GO

    The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments

    Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Media Production, Post-Production

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Data Science Model Deployments and Cloud Computing on GCP

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), CI/CD, Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Application Performance Management, Continuous Integration, Google App Engine, Model Training, Site Reliability Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Learn the Art and Science of PCB Design with Eagle

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Electronics, Software Installation, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Design Software, Technical Design, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Manufacturing and Production, Electrical Systems, System Configuration, Automation, Data Import/Export

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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Utrecht University

    The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Environmental Monitoring, Medical Science and Research, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Biostatistics, Statistical Methods, Precision Medicine, Physiology, Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Cardiology, Environmental Issue, Laboratory Research, Research Design, Big Data, Biochemistry, Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Skill Up with Python: Data Science and Machine Learning Recipes

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Web Scraping, Python Programming, Jupyter, Image Analysis, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Computer Vision, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Unstructured Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Hands-on Foundations for Data Science and Machine Learning with Google Cloud Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Apache Spark, Data Integration, Dataflow, SQL, Data Pipelines, Metadata Management, Data Management, Real Time Data, Tensorflow, Data Science, Command-Line Interface, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud-Based Integration, Apache Hadoop, Query Languages, Machine Learning

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    125 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Big Data Science with the BD2K-LINCS Data Coordination and Integration Center

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Applied Machine Learning, Interactive Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Big Data, Data Mining, Data Science, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Unsupervised Learning, Molecular Biology, Data Processing, Metadata Management, Cell Biology, Model Evaluation, Data Pipelines

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Genomic Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Science and Research, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Correlation Analysis, Biotechnology, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Data Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, SQL, Plot (Graphics), IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Analysis, Professional Networking, Analytics, Excel Formulas, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Microsoft Excel

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Jupyter, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Transformation, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • R Ultimate 2024 - R for Data Science and Machine Learning: Packt
  • Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering (Part 2): Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments: GRAMMY GO
  • Data Science Model Deployments and Cloud Computing on GCP: Packt
  • Learn the Art and Science of PCB Design with Eagle: Packt
  • The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick: Utrecht University
  • Skill Up with Python: Data Science and Machine Learning Recipes: Pearson
  • Hands-on Foundations for Data Science and Machine Learning with Google Cloud Labs: Google Cloud
  • Big Data Science with the BD2K-LINCS Data Coordination and Integration Center: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Introduction to Genomic Technologies: Johns Hopkins University

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