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Ancient History Courses

Ancient history courses can help you learn about significant civilizations, key historical events, and cultural developments from various eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective research methods. Many courses introduce tools like primary source analysis and digital mapping techniques, which help you visualize historical trends and understand the context of ancient societies.


Popular Ancient History Courses and Certifications


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    Case Western Reserve University

    Introduction to International Criminal Law

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Legal Hearings, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Safety and National Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Law, Interactive Learning, Case Studies

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Spanish Language, World History, Art History, Writing, Literacy, Aesthetics, Timelines

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    Yale University

    The Nature of Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Studies, Human Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Psychology, Intellectual Property, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Child Development, Art History, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The Holocaust: The Destruction of European Jewry

    Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Writing

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    University of Amsterdam

    Introduction to Communication Science

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Research, Persuasive Communication, Qualitative Research

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Design Strategies, Computer Science, Tree Maps, Encryption, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, IBM Cloud, Python Programming

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    Alex Genadinik

    Gain Self Discipline, Willpower, Self-Control And Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Discipline, Time Management, Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Personal Development, Persistence, Decisiveness, Mindfulness, Goal Setting

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    Lund University

    AI, Business & the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Digital Transformation, Thought Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Human Machine Interfaces, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Political Sciences, International Finance, Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economic Development, Governance, Social Sciences, Immigration Law, Culture, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Negotiation, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking

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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Foundation for Building Energy Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering, HVAC, Building Design, Energy and Utilities, Engineering, Thermal Management, Sustainable Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Wesleyan University

    Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Cultural Diversity, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Experimentation, Health Education, Interpersonal Communications, Culture, Clinical Assessment, Goal Setting

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ancient history courses

  • Introduction to International Criminal Law: Case Western Reserve University
  • Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor: Universidad de los Andes
  • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
  • The Holocaust: The Destruction of European Jewry: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Introduction to Communication Science: University of Amsterdam
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Gain Self Discipline, Willpower, Self-Control And Resilience: Alex Genadinik
  • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University
  • Global Affairs Explained: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity: University of Copenhagen

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