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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Overcoming Challenges in Self and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Personal Development, Tenacity, Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Obstacles, Community Development, Persistence, Adaptability, Empowerment, Community and Social Work, Social Work, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, European History

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Confident Conversations About Race and Racism

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Training, Discussion Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Advocacy, Interpersonal Communications

    ★ 5 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thinking About Care

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Health Care, Surveys, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Work, Sociology, Economics

    ★ 5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Challenges of Modern Caregiving

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Care Coordination, Dignity in Care, Supply And Demand, Social Work, Healthcare Ethics, Human Services, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology

    ★ 5 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Structure, Social Sciences, Organizational Development, Relationship Management, Sociology, Innovation

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

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    紅樓夢-母神崇拜 (The Red Chamber Dream (2))

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Aesthetics, Anthropology, Culture, Case Studies, Liberal Arts

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Visual Storytelling, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    深扣孔孟 (An Inquiry into Confucius and Mencius)

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Formal Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, International Relations, Human Learning, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Human Development, Mentorship, Governance, Interpersonal Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Exploring the Origins of Selfhood

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, digital literacy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Human Development, World History, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Sciences, Sociology

    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

    Bienestar integral: estrategias para mejorar la calidad de vida

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Gerontology, Companionship, Relationship Building, Social Skills, Culture, Personal Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Child Development, Sociology, Childhood Education and Development, Interpersonal Communications

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

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Culture, Psychology, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, World History, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods

    ★ 5 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Overcoming Challenges in Self and Society: University of Colorado System
  • Confident Conversations About Race and Racism: The University of Sydney
  • Thinking About Care: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Challenges of Modern Caregiving: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • 紅樓夢-母神崇拜 (The Red Chamber Dream (2)): National Taiwan University
  • ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power: Duke University
  • 深扣孔孟 (An Inquiry into Confucius and Mencius): National Taiwan University
  • Exploring the Origins of Selfhood: University of Colorado System
  • Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University

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