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    Study Western civilization for understanding historical and cultural development. Learn about major events, figures, and ideas that shaped the Western world.

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Technological Application

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Testing, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Process Control, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Physical Science, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Emory University

      The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Education and Training, Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Cultural Responsiveness, Research, Curriculum Development, Liberal Arts, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      288 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Ideas from the History of Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Graphic Design, Art History, Typography, Design, Aesthetics, Branding, Design Strategies, Creativity, Brand Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Nanjing University

      Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, World Music, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Nutrition and Diet

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      521 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Roman Art and Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Timelines, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      674 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Paradoxes of War

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Security Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      695 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Editing, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, World History, European History, Culture, Social Justice, Writing and Editing, Cultural Diversity, Writing, Creativity, Research

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Representaciones culturales de las sexualidades

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Social Studies, Anthropology, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Research, Media and Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      667 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Maternal Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, Blood Collection, Medical Laboratory, Child Health, Laboratory Testing, Image Analysis, Microbiology, Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Equipment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, European History, Sociology, Research, Writing, Political Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      718 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Examined Life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Psychology, Anthropology, Cognitive flexibility, Ancient History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      783 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      透过摄影看世界

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Public History, Journalism, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular western civilization courses

    • Materials Science for Technological Application: Arizona State University
    • The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future: Emory University
    • Ideas from the History of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China : Nanjing University
    • Roman Art and Archaeology: University of Arizona
    • Paradoxes of War: Princeton University
    • American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century: Dartmouth College
    • Representaciones culturales de las sexualidades: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide: University of Western Australia
    • Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity: University of Copenhagen

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