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      University of Pennsylvania

      Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Design, Building Design, Environmental Engineering, Thermal Management, HVAC, Environment and Resource Management, Building Services Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction, Design Strategies, Energy and Utilities, Simulation and Simulation Software, Physics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      React Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, React.js, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Application Development, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Development Environment, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Probability and Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Data Visualization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Data Science Fundamentals Part 2: Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Box Plots, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization Software, Histogram, Seaborn, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Methods

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management, FinTech, Change Management, Emerging Technologies

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      Pearson

      Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Extract, Transform, Load, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Quality, Data Pipelines, Pandas (Python Package), Descriptive Statistics, Database Management, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Databases, Data Processing, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Storage Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Server Side, Application Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Microfabrication

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Micrometer, Process Flow Diagrams, Product Testing, Electronic Components, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Physical Science

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History, World History, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Open Mindset, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Social Studies, Neurology, Data Ethics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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      University of Cambridge

      The science of mind and decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Psychology, Teaching, Decision Making, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Empathy, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Special Education, Human Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Psychiatry

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      MIPS Computer Architecture and Performance Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Architecture, System Programming, Data Pipelines, File Systems, Cloud Platforms

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design: University of Pennsylvania
    • React Basics: Meta
    • Probability and Statistics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Data Science Fundamentals Part 2: Unit 1: Pearson
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 3: Pearson
    • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Microfabrication: University of Minnesota
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town
    • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions

    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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