• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Political Science

    Political Science Courses

    Political science courses can help you learn how governments function, how policies are made, and how political systems shape societies around the world.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn career credentials while taking courses that count towards your Master’s degree.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Complete graduate-level learning without committing to a full degree program.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Procurement for Governments

      Skills you'll gain: Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Governance, Compliance Training, Contract Management, Supply Chain, Stakeholder Management, Accountability, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Due Diligence, Risk Management, Market Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, International Relations, Business Strategy, World History, Business, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Economics, Risk Management, Investments, Business Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      297 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Vector Database Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, NoSQL, Databases, PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Data Store, SQL, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Natural Language Processing, Apache Cassandra, Text Mining, Generative AI, Node.JS, Image Analysis, Data Architecture, Machine Learning, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      P

      Peking University

      大学化学

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, Engineering, Laboratory Equipment, Experimentation, Mathematical Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      138 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      SQL Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Transact-SQL, Databases, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Query Languages, Generative AI, Data Presentation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      A

      Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

      Introduction to Data Analytics for Accounting Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Data, Business Analytics, Data Strategy, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Project Implementation, Project Scoping, Unstructured Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      88 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Essentials of Sensory Science

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Laboratory Experience, Consumer Behaviour, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Target Market, Quality Assessment, Human Factors, Marketing Psychology, Anatomy, Quantitative Research, Product Development, Data Collection, Psychology, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      62 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Michigan

      Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action

      Skills you'll gain:

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      195 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Sungkyunkwan University

      Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Research, Systems Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      209 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Copywriting with ChatGPT: Produce Compelling Copy That Sells

      Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, User Research, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Writing and Editing, Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Target Market, Content Creation, Product Knowledge, Value Propositions, Marketing Communications, Editing, Brand Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      67 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Digitalisation in Aeronautics

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Telecommunications, Structural Analysis, Digital Transformation, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technology Strategies, Computer Networking, Conceptual Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      195 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      Object-Oriented Hierarchies in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      203 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Searches related to political science

    chinese politics part 1 – china and political science
    1…226227228…704

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

    • Procurement for Governments: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Vector Database Fundamentals: IBM
    • 大学化学: Peking University
    • SQL Foundations: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Data Analytics for Accounting Professionals: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
    • Essentials of Sensory Science: University of California, Davis
    • Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture: Sungkyunkwan University
    • Copywriting with ChatGPT: Produce Compelling Copy That Sells: Coursera Project Network

    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.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Do Not Sell/Share
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok