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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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    University of Copenhagen

    Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

    4.7
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    Yale University

    Становление современной Украины

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

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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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    138 reviews

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Odesa, Ukraine: Jews in the Modern World

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, World History, European History, Labor Law, Music History, Social Justice, Immigration Law, Art History, Socioeconomics, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

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    University of Arizona

    Roman Art and Archaeology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    684 reviews

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    University of Houston

    A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, International Relations, Human Factors, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Safety Assurance

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    436 reviews

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Arte Medieval

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, European History, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Peking University

    20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Musical Composition

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Tel Aviv University

    The Holocaust - An Introduction (II): The Final Solution

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    665 reviews

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, World History, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Advocacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: Managing the International System

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Negotiation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen
  • Становление современной Украины: Yale University
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past: Rice University
  • Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future: Emory University
  • Odesa, Ukraine: Jews in the Modern World: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Roman Art and Archaeology: University of Arizona
  • A Brief History of Human Spaceflight: University of Houston
  • Arte Medieval: Universidad de Palermo
  • 20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century: Peking University
  • The Holocaust - An Introduction (II): The Final Solution: Tel Aviv University

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