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Democracy Courses

Democracy courses can help you learn about civic engagement, political theory, electoral systems, and the role of institutions in governance. You can build skills in critical thinking, public speaking, and analyzing policy impacts. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting voting trends and platforms for organizing community initiatives, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical ways.


Popular Democracy Courses and Certifications


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    Duke University

    Sports and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Anthropology, International Relations, World History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    354 reviews

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Comparative Political Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

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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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    463 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Global Politics

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Diplomacy, World History, Research, Governance, Environmental Issue, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Formadores de Ciudadanía

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Diversity Awareness, Community Development, Pedagogy, Conflict Management, Train The Trainer, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Responsiveness, Working With Children, Empathy, Collaboration, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Community Development, Innovation, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Feminismo, género y política

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Economics, European History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Society, and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Governance

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Digital Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Automation, Digital Transformation, Technology Solutions, Public Administration, Data Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Governance, Economics, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    160 reviews

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    University of Copenhagen

    After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 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 democracy courses

  • Sports and Society: Duke University
  • Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Comparative Political Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • America's Written Constitution: Yale University
  • Global Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Formadores de Ciudadanía: Universidad de los Andes
  • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • American Politics, Society, and History: O.P. Jindal Global University

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