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Western Civilization Courses

Courses in Western Civilization often teach historical analysis, critical thinking, cultural literacy, and the impact of major philosophical movements. You can build skills in evaluating primary sources, understanding socio-political contexts, and drawing connections between historical events and contemporary issues.

Popular Western Civilization Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Dartmouth College

    American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Writing, Liberal Arts, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Social Justice, World History, Art History, Writing and Editing, Culture, Cultural Diversity, European History, Advocacy, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.4 (21) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, World History, Research, Investigation, Culture, Governance, Scientific Methods, Storytelling

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

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Relativism

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Anthropology, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Oral Expression, Sociology, Case Studies, Environmental Issue, Science and Research

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

  • Y

    Yale University

    East Asian Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    宇宙之旅:展现生命 (Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life)

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Storytelling, Culture, Liberal Arts, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Biology, Timelines, Human Development, General Science and Research, Sustainable Systems, Systems Thinking, Visual Storytelling, World History, Physical Science, Physics, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Cultural Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Diversity Marketing, Brand Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Brand Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Market Opportunities, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

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

  • Y

    Yale University

    South Asian Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

    ★ 4.8 (440) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    'Their' World and How You Define It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Self-Awareness, Innovation, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Ethics, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Leadership Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Leadership, Culture, International Relations, Adaptability, Economic Development, Demography

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

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Classical Sociological Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Economics, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.9 (3.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 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, Qualitative Research, Governance

    ★ 4.2 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular western civilization courses

  • American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century: Dartmouth College
  • The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Relativism: University of California, Irvine
  • East Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • 宇宙之旅:展现生命 (Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life): Yale University
  • Global Impact: Cultural Psychology: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World: Universiteit Leiden
  • 'Their' World and How You Define It: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen: Macquarie University

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