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      University of California San Diego

      Advanced Data Structures in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Debugging

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      人群与网络

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Computational Thinking, Economics, Systems Thinking, Sociology, Research, Decision Making, Probability

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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming

      Build toward a degree

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      Introduction to Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Software Documentation, Interactive Design, Conceptual Design, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Creativity

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Hands-on Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Networking Hardware, Network Infrastructure, Network Routers, General Networking, Embedded Software, Network Switches, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, Infrastructure Security, Wide Area Networks, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Distributed Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning

      4.7
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      598 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Fundamentos de la Psicología

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Psychology, Personal Development, Oncology, Optimism, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Work, Empowerment, Health Care, Human Learning, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Positive Behavior Support, Preventative Care, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Culture

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAS

      Doing More with SAS Programming

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Integration, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Data Presentation

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      Amazon

      Introduction to Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Program Development, Software Development, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Engineering, Programming Principles

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Reviews & Metrics for Software Improvements

      Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Agile Methodology, User Story, Requirements Analysis, Usability Testing, User Research

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programación en Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Scripting

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Precalculus through Data and Modelling

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Trigonometry, Analytical Skills, R Programming, General Mathematics, Statistics, Algebra, Systems Of Measurement, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Geometry

      4.7
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tableau Learning Partner

      Introduction to Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Business Analysis, Business Process, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management, Data Presentation, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics

      4.7
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      450 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Data Structures in Java: University of California San Diego
    • 人群与网络 : Peking University
    • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Game Design: Epic Games
    • Hands-on Internet of Things: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fundamentos de la Psicología: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Doing More with SAS Programming: SAS
    • Introduction to Software Development: Amazon
    • Reviews & Metrics for Software Improvements: University of Alberta
    • Programación en Python: Universidad de los Andes

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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