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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


  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Online Games: Literature, New Media, and Narrative

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Driving engagement, Visual Storytelling, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Art History, Electronic Media

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    204 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Cross-Cultural Management

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Leadership Studies, Cultural Diversity, Team Management, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Conflict Management, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Diversity and Inclusion

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Comprender las dimensiones interculturales en la cotidianidad

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Language Learning, Language Competency, Cultural Diversity, Multilingualism, Social Justice, Cultural Sensitivity, Storytelling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    394 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sociology, Governance, Culture, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Economic Development, Political Sciences, World History, Demography, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, International Relations, European History, Case Studies, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Impact, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Land Management, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building, Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Arte Medieval

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, Culture, European History, Liberal Arts, Intercultural Competence, World History, Visual Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Y

    Yale University

    Становлення сучасної України

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Employee Retention, Leadership Studies, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources, Self-Awareness, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, Human Resource Strategy

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Social Impact, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, World History, Case Studies, Peer Review, Science and Research, Data Analysis, Community and Social Work, General Science and Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts, Environment, Investigation, Culture

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques philosophiques

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Philanthropy, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Human Development, Personal Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    628 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Representaciones culturales de las sexualidades

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Media and Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    669 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Online Games: Literature, New Media, and Narrative: Vanderbilt University
  • Global Impact: Cross-Cultural Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Comprender las dimensiones interculturales en la cotidianidad: Universidad de los Andes
  • Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
  • Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Arte Medieval: Universidad de Palermo
  • Становлення сучасної України: Yale University
  • Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past: Rice University
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Rice University

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