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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


  • E

    Emory University

    Understanding Violence

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Public Health, International Relations, Diplomacy, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Community Health, Trauma Care, Child Welfare, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    ★ 4.6 (331) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    社会调查与研究方法 (上)Methodologies in Social Research (Part I)

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Surveys, Research Design, Experimentation, Research, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Research Reports, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Probability & Statistics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Digital Technology and Social Change

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Responsible AI, Digital Communications, Machine Learning, AI Personalization, digital literacy, Digital Analysis, Blockchain, Process Development, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, AI literacy, FinTech, Social Impact, Technology Strategies, Data Storage, Artificial Intelligence, Media and Communications, Generative AI

    ★ 4.6 (41) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Princeton University

    Paradoxes of War

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Public Safety and National Security

    ★ 4.6 (714) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    Welcome to Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.7 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Nursing and Patient Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Culture, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Demography, Neurology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavioral Health, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Probability

    ★ 4.8 (759) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social and Human Services, Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Impact, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Systems Thinking, Policy Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (443) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Sports and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, International Relations, World History, Sociology, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Economics, Governance

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Greek and Roman Mythology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Aesthetics, Performing Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Oral Expression, Psychology

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Survey Creation, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Understanding Violence: Emory University
  • 社会调查与研究方法 (上)Methodologies in Social Research (Part I): Peking University
  • Digital Technology and Social Change: University of California, Davis
  • Paradoxes of War: Princeton University
  • Welcome to Game Theory: The University of Tokyo
  • Psychology and Sociology: Lecturio
  • The Influence of Social Determinants on Health: University of Michigan
  • Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis: Stanford University
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Sports and Society: Duke University

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