Politics & Society courses

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Develop your understanding of current social issuesThe understanding and dissection of poverty and inequality are fundamental to understanding how people’s experience of the welfare state differ. On this course, you’ll explore these concepts in deta...

4.9

On our urbanizing planet, we need inclusive city economies that work for all. Who runs your city? What makes your city liveable? Using stories from cities around the world, this course will introduce you to...

5

Discover the gender inequalities in technologyTechnologies, on the whole, have been designed by and for men and, in some cases, replicate the prejudices and inequalities found in society. This has become even more noticeable as...

Aprende sobre la relación entre la calidad de vida y las políticas públicas. Este curso de 4 semanas de la Universidad de Palermo te permitirá reflexionar sobre la Calidad de Vida y las Políticas Públicas...

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Explore one of the ten pillars of the industrial strategyOn this course, you’ll explore the latest research that’s contributing to the decarbonisation of the UK. You’ll explore the current targets which are forecast to be...

Descubre el poder de la innovación social y cómo puede cambiar el mundo La innovación social es el proceso mediante el cual se crean nuevas formas de hacer las cosas para responder a las necesidades...

4.68

Learn how to build a timeless brand with top brand consultancy, Art Comes FirstThis course will teach you how to create a brand identity that aligns with your artistic vision, as well as the values...

4.52

Discover how social transformation can help us tackle the climate crisisThe harsh realities of global warming and climate change often make people feel helpless, but there is a lot that can be done. This three-week...

4.72

Become an ally for those disadvantaged by intersectionality in your communityEver wondered how the multiple layers of your identity combine to create your unique self? This course, created in collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger and led...

4.52

Explore the impact of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights On 10 December 1948, the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted a revolutionary new document, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). What made...

4.16

Examine how terminology affects public opinions on migrantsCivil war, violence, political instability and other reasons force millions of people to migrate every year, often in perilous conditions, often having no option but to put their...

4.5

Develop critical thinking skills around the concepts of migration and mobilitiesThis two-week multidisciplinary course will enable you to develop all the critical thinking skills you need surrounding the twin concepts of migration and mobilities. Yo...

4.88

Learn about safeguarding policies and procedures in the aid sectorThis course will help those working in NGOs and development and humanitarian agencies to better understand the causes of harm, abuse, and exploitation. You’ll learn what...

4.57

On this course you will examine the idea of intercultural contact and the effects of cultural interactions from historical and global perspectives. Through videos and articles, you will discover how intercultural contact is experienced in...

Explore innovative ways to communicate within the public sectorCitizen participation is an important part of democracy. It requires citizen involvement in public decisions as well as communication at all levels of the public sector. On...

4.71

Explore a new way of approaching questions about social behaviourThis three-week course will help you understand why social processes seem so unpredictable and understand better the basics of social dynamics. It’s designed to show you...

4.47

Understand what civil unrest tells us about our communitiesThe recent Black Lives Matter protests and riots across the world following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis have highlighted difficult legacies from the past and...

Uncover the shortcomings of international human rights lawOn this four-week course from the University of Kent, you’ll delve deeper into universality claims, specifically examining marginalised groups, asking how well international human rights law s...

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Understand how agency can give Black people an empowering sense of controlIn 2020, the Black Lives Matter movement exploded onto the global stage, shedding light on the sheer scale of institutional anti-Black racism the world...

4.63

This short course explores the key elements of effective relationships and networks, both personally and professionally. It also introduces the benefits of establishing relationships and networks and why they are important for your personal life...