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      University of Michigan

      How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Research, Peer Review, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MathWorks

      Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Motion Graphics, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Integration, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Performance Tuning, Algorithms

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Data Science Foundations with No-Code Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, No-Code Development, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Data Capture, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Governance, Data Collection, Data Integration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Data Science con Python e R

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), R Programming, NumPy, Image Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Deep Learning, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Computer Vision, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Management

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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Natural Language Processing

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Data Science Essentials: Analysis, Statistics, and ML

      Skills you'll gain: Plotly, NumPy, Probability & Statistics, Dashboard, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Probability, Data Science, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Interactive Data Visualization, Performance Tuning

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Pearson

      Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 2

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Web Scraping, Data Pipelines, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Relational Databases

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Statistical Estimation for Data Science and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability Distribution, Artificial Intelligence

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Probability Foundations for Data Science and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Harder Side of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Teaching, Scientific Methods, Communication Strategies, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Instructional Design, Critical Thinking, Communication, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge: University of Michigan
    • Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 1: Pearson
    • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
    • Data Science Foundations with No-Code Tools: LearnQuest
    • Data Science con Python e R: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics: University of Pittsburgh
    • Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career: IBM
    • Data Science Essentials: Analysis, Statistics, and ML: Packt
    • Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 2: Pearson
    • Statistical Estimation for Data Science and AI: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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