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Political Science Courses

Political Science courses can help you learn about government structures, political theories, international relations, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, data interpretation, and effective communication, that support analyzing political systems and crafting informed arguments. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing political data, simulation models for understanding electoral processes, and case study methods to evaluate policy impacts.


Popular Political Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of London

    Citizenship and the Rule of Law

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Legal Research, Political Sciences, Governance, Corporate Sustainability

    ★ 4.8 (545) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, World History, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Safety and National Security, Economics, Case Studies, Governance, Security Strategy, Analytical Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Build toward a degree
  • S

    Starweaver

    Procurement for Governments

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Sustainable Business, Governmental Accounting, Supplier Management, Corporate Sustainability, Business Risk Management, Public Administration, Governance, Digital Transformation, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Risk Management, Supply Chain, Business Ethics, Request for Proposal, Public Policies, Supplier Relationship Management, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement

    ★ 4.8 (24) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Digital Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Cyber Governance, Market Dynamics, Court Systems, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Automation, Digital Transformation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Data Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Governance, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.7 (187) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Oil and Gas, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development

    ★ 4.7 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Identity and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, World History, Economics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Securing Digital Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Vulnerability, Threat Modeling, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, Software Testing

    ★ 4.8 (171) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Fundamentos de Políticas Públicas

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Policy Development, Program Evaluation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Governance

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    DDHH y democracia: una visión desde América Latina

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Organizing, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Governance, International Relations, Case Studies

    ★ 4.9 (515) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.7 (342) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Political Thought in the Past and Present

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, World History, Culture, Diplomacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Making Democracy Fit for Climate

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Climate Change Adaptation, Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Organizing, Lobbying, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Innovation, Governance

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

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

  • Citizenship and the Rule of Law: University of London
  • Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Procurement for Governments: Starweaver
  • Digital Governance: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Identity and Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Securing Digital Democracy: University of Michigan
  • Fundamentos de Políticas Públicas: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • DDHH y democracia: una visión desde América Latina: Universidad de los Andes
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington

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