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World Literature Courses

World Literature courses can help you learn about diverse literary traditions, critical analysis, and thematic exploration across cultures. You can build skills in comparative literature techniques, text interpretation, and understanding historical contexts that shape narratives. Many courses introduce tools like literary theory frameworks and digital humanities resources, which enhance your ability to analyze texts and engage with global literary conversations.


Popular World Literature Courses and Certifications


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    University of Amsterdam

    Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Physics, Economic Development

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World AI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Automation, AI Product Strategy, Workflow Management, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Business Communication, Productivity, Operational Efficiency, Administration, Business Operations, Planning, Project Planning, Business Planning, Project Management, Business Administration, Business

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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Mediation, Intercultural Competence, Public Affairs, World History, Conflict Management, Policy Analysis

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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Human Services, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Studies, Coordination, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Policy Analysis, World History, Case Studies

    4.7
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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change and Global Affairs

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Environment, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, International Relations, Sustainable Technologies, Diplomacy, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Tax

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    University of Virginia

    The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910

    Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, European History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Culture, Economics, Governance

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Theatre and Globalization

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, International Relations, World History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Media and Communications, Research, Economics

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Challenges in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Global Marketing, Virtual Teams, Business Ethics, Diversity Marketing, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Workplace inclusivity, Intercultural Competence, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Business Planning, Culture, Design Thinking, Brand Strategy

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    Vanderbilt University

    Online Games: Literature, New Media, and Narrative

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Liberal Arts, Writing, Multimedia, Media and Communications

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    Sciences Po

    International migrations: a global issue

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, World History, European History, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Demography, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Public Policies, Economics

    4.7
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    University of Geneva

    Littérature mondiale

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Teaching, Pedagogy, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, European History, Liberal Arts, Higher Education, Aesthetics

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world literature courses

  • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
  • Real-World AI for Everyone: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World: University of London
  • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London
  • Climate Change and Global Affairs: Council on Foreign Relations
  • The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910: University of Virginia
  • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1 : Sungkyunkwan University
  • Global Challenges in Business: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Online Games: Literature, New Media, and Narrative: Vanderbilt University

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