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Western Civilization Courses

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.


Popular Western Civilization Courses and Certifications


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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, 3D Modeling, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Investigation, Data Modeling, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Art History, Research, Timelines, Data Management

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Global Arctic

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Sustainable Development, Governance, Socioeconomics, Environment, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Oil and Gas, World History, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities

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    University of Copenhagen

    Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Sociology, European History, Research, Writing, Political Sciences

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Social Studies, Writing, Research, Culture

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    University of Zurich

    Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Sustainable Development, Aesthetics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Policy, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Storytelling

    4.7
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    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Political Sciences, International Relations, European History, Social Sciences, Economics, Governance, Cultural Diversity

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Ideas from the History of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Art History, Design, Logo Design, Design Strategies, Visual Design, Typography, Branding, Design Elements And Principles, Advertising, Aesthetics, Brand Marketing, Creativity, Culture

    4.7
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    Case Western Reserve University

    Inspirar el liderazgo a través de la inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Empowerment, Positivity, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Mindfulness, Planning

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    The University of Tokyo

    Contemporary Garden City Concept from Asia

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Case Studies

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Religious Transformation in Early China: the Period of Division

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Storytelling

    4.8
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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Spatial Analysis, Art History, Geographic Information Systems, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Data Integration, Culture, Information Systems

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    University of Geneva

    A l’avènement du christianisme : l’archéologie des derniers païens

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Culture, Timelines, Economics, Case Studies

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular western civilization courses

  • Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Global Arctic: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity: University of Copenhagen
  • The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass: Dartmouth College
  • Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition: University of Zurich
  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I: Tel Aviv University
  • Ideas from the History of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Inspirar el liderazgo a través de la inteligencia emocional: Case Western Reserve University
  • Contemporary Garden City Concept from Asia: The University of Tokyo
  • Religious Transformation in Early China: the Period of Division: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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