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.

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, International Relations, Socioeconomics, World History, Anthropology, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Research, Science and Research, Political Sciences, Biomedical Technology
★ 4.8 (366) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology
★ 4.3 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Governance, Litigation and Civil Justice, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Automation, Digital Transformation, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Court Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Adjudication, Market Dynamics, Information Privacy, Cyber Risk, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social and Human Services, Community Development, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Sociology, Interactive Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Science and Research, Social Sciences, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Survey Creation, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Correlation Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Informed Consent
★ 4.7 (20) · 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
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Predictive Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Economic Development, Probability, Market Dynamics, Coordination
★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Structural Analysis, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Mechanics, Chemical Engineering
★ 4.6 (201) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Sharing, Program Evaluation, Analytics, Quantitative Research, Data Quality, Research, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Diplomacy, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Anthropology, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Market Dynamics
★ 4.2 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Indian Institute for Human Settlements
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Public Policies, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Financial Policy, Behavioral Economics, Political Sciences, Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Public Affairs, Competitive Analysis, Governance, Program Implementation, Decision Making
★ 4.7 (121) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months