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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Probability, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Cryptography, Probability & Statistics, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Arithmetic, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Network Analysis, Encryption, Data Structures, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Operations Research, Computer Security

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      IBM

      IBM Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, IBM Cognos Analytics, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Linux Commands, Database Administration, Web Scraping, Data Pipelines, Database Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Interviewing Skills, Generative AI, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Science, Data Analysis

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Tools for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Data Analysis Software, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, R Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Data Science, GitHub, Machine Learning, Collaborative Software, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), IBM Cloud, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Python Programming, Version Control

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      R Programming

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Software Installation, Statistical Programming, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Simulations, Debugging, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Structures

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM Generative AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Wrangling, Unsupervised Learning, Flask (Web Framework), Keras (Neural Network Library), Generative AI Agents, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Web Applications, Supervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Web Development, Data Manipulation, Natural Language Processing, Unit Testing, Jupyter

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Introduction to Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Biology, Physical Science, Water Resources, Land Management, Social Justice, Natural Resource Management, Human Development, Electric Power Systems, Social Sciences, Systems Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mathematical Modeling, Debugging, Data Structures, Combinatorics, Development Testing, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Animation and Game Design, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Interactive Design, Python Programming, Theoretical Computer Science

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      University of Colorado System

      Clinical Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Clinical Data Management, Data Manipulation, Extract, Transform, Load, Clinical Research, Ggplot2, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Visualization, Data Mapping, Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Data Transformation, Database Design, Text Mining, Intensive Care Unit, Health Informatics, R Programming

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      IBM

      Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Relational Databases, Statistical Analysis, Dashboard, Descriptive Statistics, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Stored Procedure, Statistical Methods, Web Scraping, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Python Programming

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      University of California, Davis

      Learn SQL Basics for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Presentations, Data Quality, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Database Design, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Complex Problem Solving, Data Access, Apache Spark

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      Google

      Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience Design, Sprint Retrospectives, Cross Platform Development, Usability, User Centered Design, Human Centered Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Design Thinking, Wireframing, Prototyping, Sprint Planning

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      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Manufacturing and Production, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Engineering, Life Sciences, Biology, Manufacturing Processes, Pharmacology, Process Development, Microbiology, Scalability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science: University of California San Diego
    • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
    • Tools for Data Science: IBM
    • R Programming: Johns Hopkins University
    • IBM Generative AI Engineering: IBM
    • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
    • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
    • Clinical Data Science: University of Colorado System
    • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM
    • Learn SQL Basics for Data Science: University of California, Davis

    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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