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Political Science Courses

Political Science courses can help you learn about government structures, political theories, international relations, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, data interpretation, and effective communication, that support analyzing political systems and crafting informed arguments. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing political data, simulation models for understanding electoral processes, and case study methods to evaluate policy impacts.


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    University of Alberta

    Prediction and Control with Function Approximation

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Pseudocode, Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Building Database Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, Database Application, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Secure Coding, Authentications, Web Applications, SQL, Server Side, Data Validation

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    347 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Vibrations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Automation, Virtual Environment, Torque (Physics), Graph Theory, Matlab

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    Vibe Coding Essentials - Build Apps with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Claude Code, Vibe coding, Microsoft Copilot, AI Workflows, Anthropic Claude, Tool Calling, GitHub, Web Development, Real Time Data, Debugging, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Servers, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Video Game Development, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI, Software Engineering

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    276 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SAS

    SAS Visual Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Data Quality, Text Mining, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Analysis, Dashboard, Analysis, Analytics, Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Business Reporting

    4.7
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Java for Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Debugging, Algorithms

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Python Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Functional Design, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering

    4.8
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Hardware Security

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Hardware Architecture, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Cryptography, Encryption, Technical Design, Emerging Technologies, System Design and Implementation

    4.3
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    .NET FullStack Developer

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, React.js, ASP.NET, Restful API, .NET Framework, Web Applications, Web Services, Front-End Web Development, JSON, Application Development, Model View Controller, Program Development, Javascript, Development Environment, Back-End Web Development, API Design, Web Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Design Patterns, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Develop Generative AI Applications: Get Started

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, LLM Application, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Application Development, Model Evaluation, Flask (Web Framework), Natural Language Processing, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    376 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Sample-based Learning Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Simulations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

  • Prediction and Control with Function Approximation: University of Alberta
  • Building Database Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
  • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
  • Vibe Coding Essentials - Build Apps with AI: Scrimba
  • SAS Visual Business Analytics: SAS
  • Java for Android: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Python Functions: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Hardware Security: University of Maryland, College Park
  • .NET FullStack Developer: Board Infinity

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