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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

    The American Renaissance and Harriet Beecher Stowe

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Mark Twain

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, World History, European History, Social Justice, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Writing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Nanjing University

    理解马克思

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, European History, Socioeconomics, Liberal Arts, Economic Development, Political Sciences, World History, Sociology, Environmental Issue

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Moral Foundations of Politics

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Higher Education, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Public History, World History, European History, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    461 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    The Politics of Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    How to Change the World

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Organizing, Environmental Issue, Health Disparities, Social Sciences, Philanthropy, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Advocacy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Care, Economic Development, Sociology, Public Health, Environment and Resource Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    279 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Our World and How to Accept It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Diversity Awareness, Employee Retention, Cultural Diversity, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Training, Recruitment Strategies, Human Resource Policies, Training Programs, Recruitment, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Talent Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Power of Sport in American Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Culture, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Advocacy, Social Impact, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Culture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    透过摄影看世界

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Aesthetics, Art History, Public History, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Liberal Arts

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    101 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Baseball into the Millennium

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, International Relations, World History, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Public History, Labor Law, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Economics, Arbitration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The American Renaissance and Harriet Beecher Stowe: Dartmouth College
  • The American Renaissance and Mark Twain: Dartmouth College
  • 理解马克思: Nanjing University
  • Moral Foundations of Politics : Yale University
  • Age of Jefferson: University of Virginia
  • The Politics of Skepticism: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • How to Change the World: Wesleyan University
  • Our World and How to Accept It: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Power of Sport in American Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.): Sapienza University of Rome

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