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      Illinois Institute of Technology

      Master of Data Science

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      University of Huddersfield

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      Heriot-Watt University

      MSc Computer Science

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      Imperial College London

      Master of Science in Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Supervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Student Support and Services, PySpark, Data Pipelines, Linear Algebra, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Student Services, Data Processing, Big Data, Agentic systems, Graphing, A/B Testing, Unstructured Data, Deep Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Machine Learning

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Master of Data Science

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      University of North Texas

      Bachelor of Science in General Business

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Mediation, Integrated Marketing Communications, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Change, Event Management, Grammar, Sales Process, Data Mining, Data Visualization, Design Thinking, Global Marketing, Probability & Statistics, Cultural Diversity, Digital Media Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Music History, Sociology

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      University of London

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      Python for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub)

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      University of London

      Master of Science in Cyber Security

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

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

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      University of London

      Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

      Skills you'll gain: Process Design, Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Change, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Innovation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Supply Chain Management, Training and Development, Virtual Teams, Diversity and Inclusion, Databases, Cost Accounting, International Finance, Research, Branding, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity

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

    • Master of Data Science: Illinois Institute of Technology
    • BSc Data Science: University of Huddersfield
    • MSc Computer Science: Heriot-Watt University
    • Master of Science in Machine Learning and Data Science: Imperial College London
    • Master of Data Science: University of Pittsburgh
    • Bachelor of Science in General Business: University of North Texas
    • International Foundation Programme for Computer Science (IFP): University of London
    • Python for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub): Coursera
    • Master of Science in Cyber Security: University of London
    • Bachelor of Science in Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University

    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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