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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo de Videojuegos 3D en Unity: Una Introducción

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Unity Engine, Agile Methodology, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Computer Graphics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Data Visualization for Genome Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Understanding Smart Objects in Adobe Photoshop

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Adobe Creative Cloud, Data Import/Export, Editing, File Management

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Flask for Beginners: Creating an Application

      Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Application Deployment, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Application Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, HTML and CSS

      4.5
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Nonprofit Law

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Non-Profit Accounting, Philanthropy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Lobbying, Labor Law, Accountability, Tax Laws, Advocacy, Organizational Structure

      4.9
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Test-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Code Review, Maintainability, Software Development, Mockups, Software Development Methodologies, Test Case, Development Testing, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Debugging, Python Programming, Version Control

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Java Basic Structures: Arrays, Strings, and Files

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Learn Advanced React

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Debugging, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Routing Protocols, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Software Design Patterns, UI Components, Authentications, Application Performance Management, Real Time Data, Data Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      La Economía Circular: ¿un mito o una posibilidad?

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Environmental Management Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Thermal Management, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Engineering, Product Improvement, Process Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Analysis, Resource Utilization, Economic Development

      4.8
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Water: an essential resource

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Sanitation, Environmental Monitoring, Civil Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Pollution Prevention, Human Centered Design, Risk Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Nanjing University

      软件测试 (Software Testing)

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Functional Testing, System Testing, Performance Testing, Debugging, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Test Case, Integration Testing, Selenium (Software), Mobile Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build your first Machine Learning Pipeline using Dataiku

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Desarrollo de Videojuegos 3D en Unity: Una Introducción: Universidad de los Andes
    • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
    • Understanding Smart Objects in Adobe Photoshop: Coursera Project Network
    • Flask for Beginners: Creating an Application: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Nonprofit Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Test-Driven Development: LearnQuest
    • Java Basic Structures: Arrays, Strings, and Files: Codio
    • Learn Advanced React: Scrimba
    • La Economía Circular: ¿un mito o una posibilidad?: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Water: an essential resource: Politecnico di Milano

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Political Science

    Top options include Political Economy of Institutions and Development from Universiteit Leiden, Moral Foundations of Politics from Yale University, and Understanding Political Concepts from the Università di Napoli Federico II. These courses explore political theory, governance, global politics, and public institutions.‎

    Yes. Many political science courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lectures and readings at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how governments function, how political systems are structured, and how public policy is created and implemented. Topics may also include political ideologies, international relations, comparative politics, and the role of institutions and citizens in shaping political outcomes.‎

    No prior background is required for most introductory courses. Many are designed for general learners and start with foundational concepts. More advanced or specialized courses may build on prior knowledge in law, economics, or history.‎

    Yes. These courses are valuable for learners preparing for university study, professionals in public service, educators, or anyone interested in policy, governance, or international affairs. Earning a certificate can support applications for academic programs or enhance your understanding of current global issues.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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