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World History Courses

World History courses can help you learn about major events, cultural developments, and the impact of historical figures across different eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective communication of historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools such as timelines, primary source analysis, and digital archives, which enhance your ability to interpret historical data and connect past events to contemporary issues.

Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Oceanography: a key to better understand our world

    Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Physical Science, Water Resources, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Monitoring, Chemistry, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.5
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    American Museum of Natural History

    Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, Taxonomy, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Timelines, Research, Laboratory Experience

    4.8
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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Public History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.6
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    The Museum of Modern Art

    透过摄影看世界

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling

    4.8
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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, International Finance, World History, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Policy Analysis, Security Strategy, Governance, Science and Research

    4.7
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    Interactive Brokers

    Forex - Trading Around the World

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Trading, International Finance, Financial Market, Securities Trading, Equities, Capital Markets, Securities (Finance), Market Data, Market Dynamics, Market Liquidity, Investments, Portfolio Risk, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Market Analysis, Order Management

    4.3
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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Policy Development, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Court Systems, European History, Economics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Policy, Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Systems, Economic Development, Governance, Diplomacy, Organizational Structure

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    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

    4.8
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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Theatre and Globalization

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Diplomacy, Intercultural Competence, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Research Methodologies, Research, Economics, Business Management

    4.7
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    Duke University

    Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Studies, Culture, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Policy Development, World History

    4.7
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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Society, and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Court Systems, Governance

    3.9
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    University of Manchester

    Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Scientific Methods

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

  • Oceanography: a key to better understand our world: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology: American Museum of Natural History
  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
  • 透过摄影看世界: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Forex - Trading Around the World: Interactive Brokers
  • Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World: Universiteit Leiden
  • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today: Duke University

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