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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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    Lund University

    African development – from the past to the present

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Ancient History, Economic Development, World History, Social Sciences, European History, Economics, International Relations, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Governance

    4.2
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, World History, Diplomacy, Oil and Gas, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Benjamin Franklin and His World

    Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Public History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Governance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

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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, Security Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Policy Development, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Manchester

    Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hydrology, Water Resources, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Biology, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Emory University

    Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The World Bank Group

    Bajemos la temperatura: De la ciencia climática a la acción

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Resilience, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Scientific Methods, Cooperation, Environmental Science, Collaboration, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Society, and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Governance

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    Yad Vashem

    The Holocaust through the Perspective of Primary Sources

    Skills you'll gain: Research, European History, World History, Photography, Investigation, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Journals

    4.7
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    University of Arizona

    Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, Mechanics, Physical Science, Science and Research, World History, Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Science, Technology & Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Applied Mathematics, European History, Analysis, Physical Science, Industrial Engineering, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    History of Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Art History, Music History, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Culture, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Interactive Design, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Case Studies, Innovation

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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

  • African development – from the past to the present: Lund University
  • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Benjamin Franklin and His World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today: Duke University
  • Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes: University of Manchester
  • Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future: Emory University
  • Bajemos la temperatura: De la ciencia climática a la acción: The World Bank Group
  • American Politics, Society, and History: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Holocaust through the Perspective of Primary Sources: Yad Vashem
  • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona

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