Social Sciences

Social Sciences is an umbrella term for academic disciplines that study society and human behavior, including sociology, anthropology, economics, and political science to name a few. Coursera's Social Sciences catalogue helps you understand the complexities of human societies, their interactions, and social institutions. You'll learn to apply quantitative and qualitative research methods, to examine social phenomena and make informed conclusions. Moreover, you'll learn about the socioeconomic, political, and cultural drivers of social change. This knowledge will enhance your ability to work in diverse fields including public policy, education, social work, and international relations.
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    University of Virginia

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Culture, Political Sciences, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, World History, Science and Research, Social Sciences

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    142 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Pennsylvania State University

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Microbiology, Public Health, Pathology, Immunology, Preventative Care, Sanitation, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Community Health, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Drug Development, Social Network Analysis, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Care, Epidemiology, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Demography, Economics

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    University of Virginia

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    805 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat de Barcelona

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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    228 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Teamwork, Decision Making, Cooperation, Collaboration, Mediation, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Social Sciences, Digital Communications, Virtual Environment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    3.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Higher Education, Research, Media and Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    668 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tel Aviv University

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    1.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of New Mexico

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Business Economics, Economics, Business, Financial Market

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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