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      Rice University

      The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Oracle

      Oracle APEX: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Development, Database Application, Oracle Databases, Application Deployment, Authentications, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), UI Components, Data Import/Export

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      生物演化

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Biostatistics, Research, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Explainable Machine Learning (XAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Scatter Plots, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      C#程序设计

      Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Data Structures, Microsoft Visual Studio, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Algorithms, Java, Database Management, UI Components, Application Development, Network Model, Computer Graphics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Nanjing University

      理解马克思

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Research, World History, Sociology, Economics, Political Sciences

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modeling of Autonomous Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Systems Architecture, Software Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Simulations, Automation, Cyber Engineering, Differential Equations, Hardware Architecture, Verification And Validation

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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Building Services Engineering, Facility Management, Thermal Management, Building Codes, Environmental Management Systems, HVAC, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17)

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, System Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Development Environment, Algorithms, File Systems, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, File Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Advanced Models for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Mathematical Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Workforce Planning, Microsoft Excel, Resource Allocation, Finance, Analytics, Production Planning, Investment Management, Decision Making

      4.8
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Machine Learning with PySpark: Customer Churn Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Analysis, PySpark, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Apache Spark, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Machine Learning

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Edureka

      Machine Learning and NLP Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Text Mining, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Unstructured Data, Artificial Intelligence

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam: Rice University
    • Oracle APEX: Foundations: Oracle
    • 生物演化: Peking University
    • Explainable Machine Learning (XAI): Duke University
    • C#程序设计: Peking University
    • 理解马克思: Nanjing University
    • Modeling of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools: Politecnico di Milano
    • Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17): Packt
    • Advanced Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota

    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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