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.

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Climate Change Adaptation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Advocacy
★ 4.9 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, International Relations, Data Security, Cybersecurity, World History, Security Awareness, European History, Security Management, Governance, Security Strategy
★ 4.5 (216) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Tenacity, Creative Thinking, Smart Goals, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Creativity, digital literacy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness
★ 4.6 (16) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Governance
★ 4.8 (684) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides, Art History, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Layout Design, Visual Design, Logo Design, Design Reviews, Research and Design, Creative Design, Design Research, Public History, Brand Strategy
★ 4.7 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Public History, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Analytics, Data Collection, Education and Training, Case Studies
★ 4.7 (127) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, European History, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, World History, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology
★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Culture, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, World History, Quantitative Research
★ 4.5 (61) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Performing Arts, Musical Composition, Art History
★ 4.5 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sungkyunkwan University
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Human Learning, Human Development, Habit Formation, Ancient History
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Culture, European History, World History, Social Justice, Psychology, Political Sciences, Sociology, Social Sciences, Human Development
★ 4.7 (374) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, Diplomacy, European History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Economics, Public Safety and National Security, Governance
★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months