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      University of Amsterdam

      Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Physical Science, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Physics

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      Peking University

      人群与网络

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Game Theory, Network Analysis, Network Model, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Sciences, Sociology, Computational Thinking, Market Dynamics, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Probability

      4.7
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      114 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Build Better Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Testing, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Unix Workbench

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix Shell, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Version Control, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Programming Principles, File Management

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Systems Of Measurement

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      432 reviews

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

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

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI Essentials: Overview and Impact

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Technical Communication, Social Sciences, Economics, Intellectual Property

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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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      LearnQuest

      Spring Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Microservices, JUnit, Model View Controller, Hibernate (Java), Restful API, Application Frameworks, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, API Gateway, Web Services, Java Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Transaction Processing, Java, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, JSON, YAML, Load Balancing

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      Johns Hopkins University

      GPU Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Scalability, Deep Learning, Software Development, Machine Learning Methods, Performance Tuning, C and C++, Linear Algebra, Distributed Computing, Computer Graphics, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Vision, Numerical Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Performance Testing, Machine Learning

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cómo autoconstruir tu vivienda

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Architecture and Construction, Plumbing, Construction Engineering, Construction Estimating, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Design, Land Development

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Algorithms, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, 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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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
    • 人群与网络 : Peking University
    • Build Better Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI
    • The Unix Workbench: Johns Hopkins University
    • Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Generative AI Essentials: Overview and Impact: University of Michigan
    • Reviews & Metrics for Software Improvements: University of Alberta
    • Spring Framework: LearnQuest
    • GPU Programming: Johns Hopkins University

    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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