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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Uso de Python para Acceder a Datos Web

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Restful API, Network Protocols, JSON, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Access, TCP/IP, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Import/Export, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Processing, Python Programming, Software Installation, Development Environment

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced Data Analysis with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Personalization, Analytical Skills, Technical Communication, Data Transformation, Business Intelligence, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Understand Big O Notation in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Performance Analysis, Simulations, Algorithms, Complex Problem Solving, Business Metrics, Theoretical Computer Science, Operational Efficiency, Python Programming, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Computational Thinking

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Building Production-Ready Apps with Large Language Models

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Application Development, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Human Machine Interfaces, Scalability, Application Security, Information Privacy

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Fundamental Tools of Data Wrangling

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Wrangling, NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Integration, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Edureka

      Learn SQL with Databricks

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, SQL, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, Data Security, Data Sharing, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Data Integration

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Psychology, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Deep Learning Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      B

      Board Infinity

      Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Information Systems Security, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Data Ethics, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Firewall, Endpoint Security, System Configuration, Malware Protection

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Space Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Accident Prevention, Safety and Security, Medical Science and Research, Threat Management, Physical Science, Risk Management, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Issue, Radiation Protection, Continuous Monitoring, General Medicine

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      CNNs with TensorFlow: Basics of Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Your UX portfolio with Crevado

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Editing, Content Creation, Writing, Content Management Systems

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Uso de Python para Acceder a Datos Web: University of Michigan
    • Advanced Data Analysis with ChatGPT: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Understand Big O Notation in Python: Duke University
    • Building Production-Ready Apps with Large Language Models: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Fundamental Tools of Data Wrangling: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Learn SQL with Databricks: Edureka
    • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
    • Deep Learning Essentials: University of Pennsylvania
    • Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Essentials: Board Infinity
    • Space Safety: Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    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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