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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


  • W

    Wesleyan University

    The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, European History, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, World History, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Consumer Psychology and Persuasion Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Advertising, Marketing Psychology, Global Marketing, Persuasive Communication, Customer Analysis, Marketing Communications, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Brand Loyalty, Culture, Social Sciences, Branding, Human Learning, Influencing, Sociology, Strategic Communication, Learning Theory, Decision Making, Socioeconomics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus: Relations and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Graphing, Data Analysis, R (Software), R Programming, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Business Mathematics

    ★ 4.7 (226) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Social Determinants of Health: Health Care Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Data Analysis, Community Health, Data Ethics, Substance Abuse, Correlation Analysis, Patient Education and Support, Heat Maps, Data Literacy, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Data Visualization, Health Informatics

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

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

  • S

    Stanford University

    Health Across the Gender Spectrum

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Child Welfare, Diversity Training, Cultural Responsiveness, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Family Support, Toileting, Human Development, Mental Health, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Sociology, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Réussir le Changement

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Behavior Management, Business Transformation, Culture Transformation, Agile Project Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development, Training and Development, Social Sciences, Employee Training, Sociology, Communication Planning, Leadership, Communication

    ★ 4.6 (2.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Nanjing University

    心理学与生活

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Psychology, Childhood Education and Development, Culture, Human Development, Social Sciences, Sociology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence, Motivational Skills, Social Skills, Self-Discipline, Stress Management, Social Impact

    ★ 4.8 (925) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Gender and Sexuality: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Sociology, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Intercultural Competence, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sociology, Innovation, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Change, Corporate Strategy

    ★ 4.7 (979) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Social Work, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community and Social Work, Social Sciences, Community Health, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Public Policies, Community Outreach, Vulnerability, Cultural Responsiveness

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

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Behavior Management, Nutrition and Diet, Social Impact

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1): Wesleyan University
  • Consumer Psychology and Persuasion Strategies: EDUCBA
  • Precalculus: Relations and Functions: Johns Hopkins University
  • Social Determinants of Health: Health Care Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Health Across the Gender Spectrum: Stanford University
  • Réussir le Changement: ESSEC Business School
  • 心理学与生活: Nanjing University
  • Gender and Sexuality: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: University of Pittsburgh
  • Diversity and inclusion in the workplace: ESSEC Business School

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