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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

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      Skillshare

      Modern Frontend Web Development: Sass, JS & Typescript

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, UI Components, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Maintainability, Scalability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      PySide2 Project - Employee Management Application

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, User Interface (UI), Software Development Life Cycle, Data Management, Software Design, Development Environment, Data Import/Export, File Management, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Generative AI Models and Transformer Networks Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Deep Learning, Real Time Data, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Tensorflow, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Emerging Technologies, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Engineering in Engineering Management

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, User Story, Real-Time Operating Systems, New Product Development, Systems Engineering, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Failure Analysis, Delegation Skills, Unsupervised Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Supplier Management, Sustainability Reporting, Accountability, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Database Design, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Process Capability

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Board Infinity

      Mastering DeepSeek.ai: From Fundamentals to Advanced Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Workflow Management, Large Language Modeling, Operational Excellence, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Deep Learning, Application Deployment, Data Management, Technology Strategies, Software Engineering Tools, Agentic systems, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Google Sheets, Unstructured Data, Debugging

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Design a 3D Video Game in Unreal Engine

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, 3D Modeling, Game Design, Animations, Computer Graphics, Motion Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Import/Export, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Editing, Timelines, Application Deployment

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Python Scripting Case Study - To-do List Application

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Web Applications, Development Environment, Django (Web Framework), Software Testing, Web Development, Development Testing, Program Development, Model View Controller, Software Development Methodologies, Software Architecture, Software Installation, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Full-Stack Web Development: PHP, HTML, CSS & JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, PHP (Scripting Language), Responsive Web Design, Server Side, User Interface (UI) Design, Node.JS, Front-End Web Development, MongoDB, Web Development Tools, HTML and CSS, Package and Software Management, React.js, Restful API, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Back-End Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Vibe Coding Essentials - Build Apps with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Web Development, GitHub, Debugging, Prompt Engineering, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Development, Database Application, Generative AI, Computer Programming Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Machine Learning

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine: Apply & Integrate Audio for Immersive Games

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Virtual Environment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      REST Assured Java - Creating a Book Store Application

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Authentications, Test Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Case, Software Testing, Java, JSON, User Accounts

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Authorization (Computing), Active Directory, System Monitoring, User Accounts, Email Security, Network Monitoring, Data Governance, Cloud Security, Endpoint Security, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Compliance Auditing, Data Security, Configuration Management, Incident Management, Application Deployment, Annual Reports

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Modern Frontend Web Development: Sass, JS & Typescript: Skillshare
    • PySide2 Project - Employee Management Application: EDUCBA
    • Generative AI Models and Transformer Networks Certification: Simplilearn
    • Master of Engineering in Engineering Management: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Mastering DeepSeek.ai: From Fundamentals to Advanced Skills: Board Infinity
    • Design a 3D Video Game in Unreal Engine: Skillshare
    • Python Scripting Case Study - To-do List Application: EDUCBA
    • Full-Stack Web Development: PHP, HTML, CSS & JavaScript: Board Infinity
    • Vibe Coding Essentials - Build Apps with AI: Scrimba
    • Unreal Engine: Apply & Integrate Audio for Immersive Games: EDUCBA

    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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