Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Sociology, Culture, World History, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management
★ 4.7 (381) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Public Administration, Public Policies, Analytics, Data Storytelling, Model Evaluation, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Governance, R Programming, Applied Machine Learning
★ 4.8 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Public Policies, Liberal Arts, Public Affairs, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.7 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Diagram Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Typography, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Visual Storytelling, Graphical Tools, Storytelling, Color Theory
★ 4.6 (960) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Diplomacy, Social Impact, Public History, Social Sciences, Culture, Investigation
★ 4.7 (506) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Economics
★ 4.8 (741) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Mitigation, Driving engagement
★ 4.7 (201) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.5 (41) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Environmental Laws, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Affairs, International Relations, Adjudication
★ 4.9 (518) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Climate Change Adaptation, Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Organizing, Environment, Lobbying, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Innovation, Governance
★ 4.7 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Systems Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Education and Training, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Case Law, Court Systems, Adjudication, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, International Relations, Governance, Case Studies
★ 4.8 (98) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months