• 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
     *

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Reasoning Across the Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Physical Science, Research, Legal Research, Psychology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      72 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      Packt

      Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Alteryx, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, R Programming, Debugging, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Package and Software Management, Software Installation, Statistical Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • P

      Packt

      The Complete LangChain & LLMs Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Generative AI, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Development Environment, Document Management, Text Mining, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Semantic Web, Application Development, Image Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      V

      Vanderbilt University

      From Data To Decision With AI

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Generative AI, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Histogram, Descriptive Statistics, Box Plots, Probability & Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Inference, Quantitative Research, Scatter Plots, Decision Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      W

      Whizlabs

      Data Engineering in AWS

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Data Collection, Amazon Web Services, Data Migration, Data Infrastructure, Amazon S3, Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Data Transformation, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (普通话)

      Skills you'll gain: SPSS, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Quantitative Research, Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Research Methodologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      93 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Linear Algebra: Orthogonality and Diagonalization

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Algebra, Numerical Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      41 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Process Engineering, Computational Thinking, Differential Equations, Bioinformatics, Technical Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Failure Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Systems Analysis, Probability

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      W

      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Network Troubleshooting, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Administration, Containerization, Scalability, Identity and Access Management, YAML, Data Maintenance, System Monitoring, Configuration Management

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      MathWorks

      Machine Learning for Computer Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Validation, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Land Management, Community Development, Governance, Water Resources, Transportation Operations, Data Strategy, Systems Thinking, Economic Development, Drive Engagement, Environment and Resource Management, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Administration, Digital Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      185 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      L&T EduTech

      Resource and Waste Management in Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Architectural Engineering, Waste Minimization, Energy and Utilities, Building Design, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, HVAC, Environmental Regulations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Searches related to political science

    chinese politics part 1 – china and political science
    1…315316317…673

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

    • Reasoning Across the Disciplines: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau: Packt
    • The Complete LangChain & LLMs Guide: Packt
    • From Data To Decision With AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Data Engineering in AWS: Whizlabs
    • Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (普通话): The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Linear Algebra: Orthogonality and Diagonalization: Johns Hopkins University
    • Engineering Genetic Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Exam Prep CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator: Whizlabs
    • Machine Learning for Computer Vision: MathWorks

    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
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    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