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Why Do People Migrate? Theories
European University Institute (EUI)
Explore theories about migration in greater depth and learn how migration is a constant phenomenon throughout human history.
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Understanding Global Development Management
The Open University
Build your knowledge of the global development sector and discover how development can be managed with this online course.
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Digital Wellbeing
University of York
Do digital technologies affect our wellbeing? Explore the concepts of health, relationships and society in the digital age.
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Digital Skills: Embracing Digital Technology
King's College London
Improve your digital skills for study, life and work, and learn how to navigate the web effectively and safely.
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Sport for Sustainable Development: Designing Effective Policies and Programmes
The International Platform on Sport and Development
Explore the ways in which sport can actively contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals and other objectives.
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Create a Social Media Marketing Campaign
University of Leeds
Learn to plan and launch a successful social media marketing campaign with the Institute of Coding and the University of Leeds.
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Policing and Protest in Manchester: The Moss Side Riots
Manchester Grammar School
Examine the background and legacy of the Moss Side Riots in 1981, and explore key contemporary issues of policing and racism.
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Social Care During COVID-19: Coping with Self-Isolation and Social Distancing
The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
Explore and learn to manage the impact of self-isolation and social distancing on yourself and vulnerable social groups.
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Entrepreneurship in Nonprofits
University of Basel
Take a look at the world of social entrepreneurship and familiarize yourself with new concepts and methods of entrepreneurship.
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Digital Skills: Social Media
Accenture
Learn how to use social media for business, from creating a social media presence to measuring success.
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The Impacts of Tourism
Coventry University
Discover the cultural, economic, and environmental impacts of tourism and have the opportunity to explore sustainable tourism.
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People, Networks and Neighbours: Understanding Social Dynamics
University of Groningen
Learn why social processes seem so unpredictable and understand better the basics of social dynamics.
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Big Data and the Environment
University of Reading
From sources such as satellites, sensors and social media, how can environmental data analytics benefit business and research?
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Responsible Marketing and the Fundamentals of Corporate Social Responsibility
University of Central Lancashire
Understand the importance of responsible marketing and CSR and how these affect the environmental impact of consumption.
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Social Media Marketing with Advertising Week
Advertising Week
New to social media marketing? Upskill with AWLearn and master how to plan and run powerful social media marketing campaigns.
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Uncovering Your Entrepreneurial Potential
Coventry University
Explore what makes a good entrepreneur and how applying an entrepreneurial approach can create economic and social value.
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Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context
The University of Glasgow
Develop an understanding of suicide in a global context. Learn about suicide risk factors and ways to help prevent it.
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Irish 105: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture
Dublin City University
Deepen your understanding of Irish culture and language, exploring new conversational subjects such as the family and pastimes.
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Using Infection Control to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Find out how effective infection control in health and social care can tackle the global risk of antimicrobial resistance.
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Social Change: How Can Marketing Help?
Griffith University
Learn how marketing can be used to improve healthcare, protect the environment and overcome social problems.
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Coping with Changes: Social-Emotional Learning Through Play
The LEGO Foundation
Learn how to provide playful and engaging social emotional learning (SEL) support to children affected by COVID-19 disruption.
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Supporting People with Health Conditions Into Work: Individual Placement and Support (IPS)
Social Finance
Explore how employment specialists can use Individual Placement and Support to help those with complex health issues into work.
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Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: A Social Science Approach
BSAC
Are you a health professional new to social science research? Find out how you can fight antimicrobial resistance on this course.
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Understanding Social Media Strategy
Institute of Data & Marketing
Discover how to create a social media strategy in this digital marketing course for social media managers.
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Quality Improvement in Healthcare: the Case for Change
University of Bath
Explore new and better ways of organising health and social care services to improve quality with this free CPD-certified course.
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How to Develop Your Social Media Content Strategy
Institute of Data & Marketing
Discover how to plan effective content as part of your social media strategy on this digital marketing course.
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Running a Social Media Campaign: Customers, Influencer Engagement, Analytics
Institute of Data & Marketing
Discover how to effectively manage live social media campaigns, engage influencers, and get insights from social media analytics
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Start a CoderDojo Club
Raspberry Pi Foundation
Get support and advice on how to grow your confidence in coding and start a CoderDojo for young people in your area.
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Social Innovation in South Korea
Hanyang University
Learn the key concepts and best practices in the field of social innovation, focusing on social entrepreneurs in South Korea.
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Quality of Life Studies and Public Policy
Universidad de Palermo
Gain an insight into the relationship between public policy and quality of life with the Universidad de Palermo.
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Innovación Social: Soluciones Globales para un Mundo Sostenible
Minca Ventures
Descubre el poder de la innovación social y cómo puedes cambiar el mundo.
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Social Media in Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges
Taipei Medical University
Understand how social media is used in healthcare, to improve communication and information sharing, with this free online course.
Career advice
Become a Social Media Manager
Social media managers are experts at all social media platforms. They curate the online presence of a company and gain supporters through posting on social media, communicating with their audiences and creating content strategies.
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Social Innovation: Global Solutions for a Sustainable Future
Minca Ventures
Discover the power of social innovation, and how it can change the world for the better.
ExpertTrack
How to Create a Social Media Strategy
Institute of Data & Marketing
Learn how to create an engaging social media strategy, improve brand image and social engagement online, and measure your results
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Supporting Adolescent Learners: Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Griffith University
Learn to support adolescent learners with their social and emotional wellbeing through a variety of approaches.
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Social Enterprise: Turning Ideas into Action
Minca Ventures
Learn how to turn your social enterprise ideas into action in this free online course.
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Social Enterprise: Business Doing Good
Minca Ventures
Learn about the diverse world of social enterprise in this free online course.
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Step into Social Care
City & Guilds Group
Explore whether a career in social care is right for you, and identify and develop the skills you need for a career in the sector.
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Social Media Analytics: Using Data to Understand Public Conversations
Queensland University of Technology
How can you discover what’s being said about the things that matter to you on social media platforms, including Twitter?
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The Power of Data in Health and Social Care
University of Strathclyde
Discover the power of data for individuals and organisations working in health and social care.
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Social Media
Join online social media courses to learn how and why social networks are transforming business, culture and communication.
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Why We Post: the Anthropology of Social Media
UCL (University College London)
Discover the varying uses of social media around the world and its consequences for politics, relationships and everyday life.
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Social Issues
Learn about social issues online with flexible online courses exploring the modern world's most pressing social problems.
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Creative Problem Solving: Design Thinking in Health and Social Care
St George's, University of London
Learn how design thinking can be applied in health and social care settings to drive innovation and approach challenges.
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Social Enterprise: Growing a Sustainable Business
Minca Ventures
Learn how to grow a sustainable social enterprise in this free online course.
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Social Innovation in Rural Areas
University of Padova
Explore applications of social innovation in rural areas and discover best practices for managing social innovation projects.
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Social Impact in Business: How to Build a Brand that Matters
Good-Loop
Learn how to identify your brand’s authentic purpose and build a socially-driven and ethical business from the inside, out.
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Could You Be the Next Florence Nightingale?
Coventry University
Explore important aspects of public health and the role of modern nursing within it.
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Utilising Social Science and Behaviour Change in Antimicrobial Stewardship Programmes: Improving Healthcare
BSAC
How can social science and behaviour change techniques be used within antimicrobial stewardship projects to bring about change.
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Working Supportively With Refugees: Principles, Skills and Perspectives
The University of Glasgow
Learn how the principles of psychological well-being, communication and interpretation can benefit your work with refugees
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Digital Marketing: Storytelling in the New Communication Landscape
Ravensbourne University London
Get under the bonnet of social media and explore digital storytelling with Dines, founder and creative director of Studio Blup.
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Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence
The University of Sheffield
Learn to recognise the signs of domestic violence and support domestic violence survivors as a health or social care worker.
Topic
Social History
Gain insights into the lives of people in the past and the learn about the impact of major events and ideas on society with online social history courses.
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Public Health and Nursing: The Greatest Wealth is Health
Coventry University
Explore definitions and models of health, as well as the wider factors that affect an individual's health.
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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Causes of Disease
University of Leeds
Learn the epidemiological methods used to understand the causes of diseases and how social factors influence their development.
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Exploring Mentorship and Community Change with the Compton Cowboys
Tommy Hilfiger
Discover the power you hold to better serve the community you live in and explore the role of mentorship with the Compton Cowboys.
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The Scottish Highland Clans: Origins, Decline and Transformation
The University of Glasgow
Explore fascinating Scottish history by learning about the Highland clans and how clanship has changed across hundreds of years.
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Artificial Intelligence: Distinguishing Between Fact and Fiction
Coventry University
How well do you understand artificial intelligence (AI)? Explore how to separate the reality from the hype on this course.
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Overtourism
Coventry University
Consider the potential challenges and solutions of overtourism in tourism management and explore the negative impacts of tourism.
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Uncovering Your Entrepreneurial Potential
Coventry University
Explore what makes a good entrepreneur and how applying an entrepreneurial approach can create economic and social value.
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Making Babies in the 21st Century
UCL (University College London)
Discover the opportunities provided by reproductive technologies and fertility treatments – and the ethical challenges they pose.
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What Is Sociology? An Introduction
The University of Newcastle Australia
Examine perspectives on society, and the cultural issues facing society. Apply sociological theory to researching social groups.
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An Introduction to Sociolinguistics: Accents, Attitudes and Identity
University of York
Learn how sociolinguists explore the relationship between language and the expression of personal, social and cultural identity.
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Sustainable Development in Humanitarian Action
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Discover the principles and practices of sustainable development, and how to bring them to life in humanitarian organisations.
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Migration and Cities
European University Institute (EUI)
Learn about how migration has shaped cities around the world and the particular issues that migrants face in urban contexts
Partner
Social Finance
Social Finance is a not for profit that works to achieve sustainable social impact at scale. We are currently partnering with NHS England to help people with mental health issues into paid employment.
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Fashion Management: Brands, Communication & Distribution
Institut Français de la Mode (IFM)
Discover how to build a brand identity, how to translate it into the consumer experience, and how to successfully communicate it.
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Understanding Mental Health: Continuum, Culture and Social Media
Anglia Ruskin University
Enhance your knowledge of mental health and mental illness and develop your understanding of the mental health continuum.
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Work-Life Balance and the Impact of Remote Working
Coventry University
Consider the influence of remote working on your work-life balance.
Career advice
Become a Marketing Manager
As a marketing manager, you’ll get to oversee both marketing campaigns and the department itself, creating and delivering campaigns to budget and in-line with company goals. Start your training with digital marketing courses from top universities.
Partner
Jindal Centre for Social Innovation + Entrepreneurship
The Jindal Centre for Social Innovation + Entrepreneurship (JSiE) is an award-winning social impact centre at O.P. Jindal Global University located in North India.
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People Studying People: Research Ethics in Society
University of Leicester
Explore the value of ethical thinking for research, using an ethical appraisal framework to develop and evaluate studies.
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Building Human Connection in a Digital World
Samsung
Discover how technology can be used to reduce social isolation in our communities and enhance our human connections.
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Introduction to Studying Law
The University of Law
Learn how to read critically and develop an academic argument in the field of law and prepare for studying it at university.
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Business Etiquette
Swiss Education Group
Improve your intercultural communication skills, and learn how to conduct yourself with poise and elegance in the business world.
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Impact Investing
Jindal Centre for Social Innovation + Entrepreneurship
Learn how the power of finance can generate financial returns and tackle today's global challenges.
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Create a Professional Online Presence
University of Leeds
Does your social media presence reflect who you are as a professional? Build your online presence to boost your employability.
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A Global History of Sex and Gender: Bodies and Power in the Modern World
The University of Glasgow
Discover how a focus on gender and sexuality transforms our understanding of modern, global history.
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Cyber Security Foundations: Why Cyber Security is Important
EC-Council
Learn how to defend yourself from common cyber attacks, such as phishing, ransomware, and social engineering attacks.
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Cultures and Identities in Europe
European University Institute (EUI)
What does it mean to be European? Discover European cultures, identities and policies with this course.
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Understanding Modern Business and Organisations
University of Strathclyde
Discover how modern businesses are shaped by the four forces of knowledge, technology, business ethics, and globalisation.
Degree
Bachelor of Arts
The University of Newcastle Australia
Enrich your mind, diversify your skills and safeguard your future with our new work-ready arts degree at the University of Newcastle (UON).
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Religion, Radicalisation, Resilience
European University Institute (EUI)
Understand religious radicalisation and violence and learn strategies to build resilience in communities and schools.
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Web Analytics
Learn about the role that analytics play in websites, digital and social media, the techniques that are used and why they are important for businesses.
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Understanding and Addressing Extremism Teach-Out
University of Michigan
Understand the growing issue of extremism and what we can do to address and counter extremist views.
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Beyond the Ballot: Women’s Rights and Suffrage from 1866 to Today
Royal Holloway, University of London
Explore the campaign for women’s right to vote and its impact on women’s rights and equality to the present day.
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Protecting Children during COVID-19 and other Infectious Disease Outbreaks
The Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action
How to adapt child protection programming to support the wellbeing and development of children during COVID-19 and other IDOs
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Respecting Our Differences Online
Samsung
Learn how technology can be used to share a diverse range of opinions and ideas, and amplify underrepresented voices online.
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Dysphagia: Swallowing Difficulties and Medicines
UEA (University of East Anglia)
This course will enhance the knowledge of any person involved in the administration of medicines to patients with dysphagia.
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Making Music with Others
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
Get an introduction to group music-making and the social contexts in which musicians participate.
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Introduction to Psychology: Developmental Psychology
Monash University
Examine the physical, cognitive and social development we undergo throughout our lives.
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English Football: a Social History
University of Leicester
A short course looking at the history, sociology and politics of football, including focuses on the World Cup and Leicester City.
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Challenging Wealth and Income Inequality
The Open University
Explore the concerns about rising wealth and income inequality between different generations in developed countries.
Topic
Business Ethics
Enhance your knowledge of the big ethical issues facing businesses today with online ethics courses in key areas including social media, data and hacking.
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Ethical Cities: Shaping the Future of Your City
RMIT University
Understand the problems cities face and learn how they can be resolved with ethical solutions.
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Master Digital Marketing: Introduction to Marketing
The Left Bank
Boost your marketing skills as you explore the rise of the digital landscape and what makes an effective marketing strategy.
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Calidad de Vida y Felicidad
Universidad de Palermo
¿Qué es la felicidad? Explora el concepto de felicidad y considera las cosas que influyen en tu propia felicidad y calidad de vida
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From Waterloo to the Rhine: The British Army 1815-1945
The University of Kent
Examine one of the UK’s most storied institutions, and how 130 years of social, cultural and military change have shaped it.
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COVID-19: Pandemics, Modelling, and Policy
UNESCO UNITWIN Complex Systems Digital Campus
Explore how scientists model the spread of pandemics, and what this tells us about the policy options for managing COVID-19.
ExpertTrack
Creative Marketing with Advertising Week and Fernando Machado
Advertising Week
Learn creative marketing from award-winning marketer Fernando Machado and upskill in branding, ads, social media and podcasts.
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Dublin: A Social History, 1850-1930
Dublin City University
Journey into Dublin’s past, and learn about housing, health, and life in the city from the viewpoint of ordinary Dubliners.
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Teaching Black British History: A Teacher Training Guide
The Black Curriculum
Discover how to best teach and embed Black British history into the national school curriculum with this informative course.
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The Sharia and Islamic Law: An Introduction
The University of Edinburgh
Discover Sharia and Islamic law, and learn more about some of the diverse roles they play in Muslim life.
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The Ideal of Self-Governance: Public Policy Beyond Markets and States
King's College London
Learn how non-traditional forms of governance can help to make modern societies greener, safer, and more prosperous.
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Mouth Care Matters
The University of Manchester
Learn from experts how to provide someone with good mouthcare, whether in the health and social sectors or in a domestic setting.
Degree
Diabetes Education
Deakin University
This postgraduate degree qualifies health professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to specialise in diabetes and help reduce the prevalence and impact of this complex disease.
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Introduction to Business Management
King's College London
Discover how to manage people, money and information, and gain confidence and insight into your own management style.
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Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Defining the Concept of Culture
University of Leeds
Understand intercultural communication by learning about the concepts of culture and interculturality.
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Christian-Muslim Relations
The University of Edinburgh
Uncover important themes in the history of Christian-Muslim relations and understand the politics that continue to shape it.
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Interfaith Dialogue for Combating Extremism among Young People
European University Institute (EUI)
Explore the role of interfaith education in preventing forms of violent extremism and building resilient communities.
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The Scientific Revolution: Understanding the Roots of Modern Science
University of Groningen
Learn about the seventeenth-century Scientific Revolution and its role in shaping the modern Western world.
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Introduction to Databases and SQL
Raspberry Pi Foundation
Discover how databases work and how to use SQL in this introductory course. Supported by Google.
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Business Futures: Sustainable Business Through Green HR
RMIT University
Get an introduction to how HR, specifically Green HR, can help create a business that’s environmentally friendly.
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Learning Online: Studying and Reflecting
University of Leeds
Get the most out of online learning by reflecting and sharing your learning with others.
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Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Intercultural Contact
University of Leeds
Learn how the principles of intercultural contact may challenge the way in which you think about social interaction.
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Fashion's Future: The Sustainable Development Goals
Fashion Revolution
Explore the fashion industry’s impact on people and planet, what the Sustainable Development Goals are, and the link between them.
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Advertising and Creative Marketing with Advertising Week
Advertising Week
Launch a successful advertising campaign as you learn how to choose the right ad channels to effectively target your customers.
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Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Language and Culture UCML
University of Leeds
Explore intercultural communication by understanding the relationship between language and cultural identity.
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Functional Programming in Haskell: Supercharge Your Coding
The University of Glasgow
Get an introduction to Haskell, the increasingly popular functional programming language, with this University of Glasgow course.
ExpertTrack
How to Become an Entrepreneur: From Design Thinking to SWOT Analysis
Coventry University
Gain expert knowledge in developing and evaluating your own business opportunity in a range of entrepreneurial environments.
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Working Lives on Britain's Railways: Railway History and Heritage
University of Strathclyde
Discover Britain's industrial heritage and learn about the lives of British railway workers from 1840-1914.
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Storytelling for Social Change
University of Michigan
Discover how crafting an engaging story can deliver a message that inspires audiences and effects real change.
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Environmental Challenges: Scarcity and Conflict in the Natural Environment
University of Leeds
War and conflict can severely disrupt the governance of the environment. What is the impact on both people and the environment?
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Multilingual Practices: Tackling Challenges and Creating Opportunities
University of Groningen
Learn about central aspects of multilingualism in today's globalised societies, such as cognition, policies and education.
Microcredential
Fashion Sustainability: Shaping Fashion’s Future
Institut Français de la Mode (IFM)
Discover why sustainability in fashion matters and how to create a strategy to build sustainability in the industry.
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U.S. Anti-Black Racism
University of Connecticut
Discover the history of racism in America and explore how racism and anti-Blackness is systemic in American society.
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Environmental Challenges: Hierarchy in Property Rights
University of Leeds
How does language help us develop our relationship with nature and determine the rights of access and ownership?
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Incarceration: Are Prisons a Suitable Punishment?
University of Leeds
Explore life inside UK prisons. Learn whether this type of punishment reduces crime and if rehabilitation can prevent reoffending.
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PSHE Education: Helping Children Navigate a Complex World
PSHE Association
Discover the fundamentals of effective PSHE education pedagogy and planning, including health, sex, and relationships education.
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Childhood Adversity: The Impact of Childhood Maltreatment on Mental Health
UCL (University College London)
Explore the connection between childhood adversity and mental health, and enhance your knowledge of mental health in young people.
Degree
MSc Business and Organisational Psychology
Coventry University
Develop the skills, experience and confidence to apply a range of psychological principles to business, ranging from perception and learning, to social dynamics and research methods.
Degree
MSc Global Healthcare Management
Coventry University
Address the challenges facing global healthcare systems today and aim to advance your leadership and management skills for a career in health and social care leadership.
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Fashion and Sustainability: Understanding Luxury Fashion in a Changing World
London College of Fashion
Gain an introduction to issues, agendas, and contexts relating to sustainable fashion, and the evolving global fashion industry.
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Radical Spirituality: the Early History of the Quakers
Lancaster University
Learn about the beginnings of this radical religious group as it emerged in 17th century England, with this free online course.
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Tipping Points: Climate Change and Society
University of Exeter
Discover how rapid changes to natural systems may make Earth look very different in the future.
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Transforming Urban Mobility: Introduction to Transport Planning for Sustainable Cities
UCL (University College London)
Discover the different dimensions of sustainable urban mobility, including the Avoid-Shift-Improve (ASI) framework.
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Social Wellbeing
The University of Edinburgh
Find out how measuring and promoting wellbeing can make people, organisations and society more focused, considerate and effective.
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Superfoods: Myths and Truths
EIT Food
What is a 'superfood'? What foods are 'superfoods'? What effect do they have on the body and society? Find out with this course.
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Dangerous Questions: Why Academic Freedom Matters
University of Oslo
Explore the meaning of academic freedom and how it relates to core higher education and societal values.
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Cultural Diversity and the City
European University Institute (EUI)
Discover how cities can develop a distinct heritage through embracing cultural diversity.
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Higher Education 4.0: Certifying Your Future
Dublin City University
Explore what the future holds for higher education and discover the new educational models and pathways for 21st Century learners.
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Early Modern Scottish Palaeography: Reading Scotland's Records
The University of Glasgow
Travel back in time through Scottish history by examining early modern Scottish handwriting.
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Concepts in Sustainable Development: An Introduction to the Key Issues
University of Leicester
Explore some of the key issues in sustainability, tackling the big questions with examples from around the world.
Career advice
Grow Your Digital Skills with Accenture
Whether you’re looking for a new job or want to start your own business, digital skills are the key to success. From mechanics to 3D modelling, plumbing to programming, get the digital skills you need with these specially designed courses from Accenture.
Degree
Master of Business Administration (Health Care Sector)
Coventry University
Explore the unique global challenges faced by leaders and managers within health and social care organisations and gain the skills and knowledge required to deliver quality health services and respond to future demands.
Course
Perspectives on Entrepreneurship
Coventry University
Explore the concept of entrepreneurship from individual, social and economic perspectives across different cultures.
Course
Corpus Linguistics: Method, Analysis, Interpretation
Lancaster University
Get a practical introduction to the methodology of corpus linguistics for researchers in the social sciences and humanities.
Course
Why Does Media Matter for Development?
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Explore how the media can help to tackle poverty and inequality all around the world.
Course
Understanding Fashion: From Business to Culture
Institut Français de la Mode (IFM)
Discover the business of fashion and understand the cultural impact of the fashion industry with Institut Français de la Mode.
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Medicine and the Arts: Humanising Healthcare
University of Cape Town
Explore the field of medical humanities - the intersection of the arts, humanities and healthcare - with this free online course.
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Introduction to Korean Philosophy
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
Get to grips with Korean philosophy as you dive into Korean history and culture with Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea.
ExpertTrack
Public Health and Nursing
Coventry University
Explore how nurses can assess community health needs, and analyse public health theories to lead public health promotion.
Course
Peterloo to the Pankhursts: Radicalism and Reform in the 19th Century
Royal Holloway, University of London
Discover the history of protest, parliament and citizens’ rights.
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Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach
University of Exeter
Learn how translational research in genomics can deliver health, social, and scientific benefits to communities.
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Humanist Lives, with Alice Roberts
Humanists UK
What does it mean to lead a humanist life? Meet and hear stories from humanists around the world. Presented by Alice Roberts.
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Understanding Gender Inequality
University of Exeter
Gender inequality is a key challenge in society. Explore its causes and consequences and consider the ways you can overcome it.
Course
Digital Health for Cancer Management: Smart Health Technologies in Complex Diseases
Taipei Medical University
Learn how new digital health technologies are transforming cancer management with this course for healthcare professionals.
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Sustainable Construction and Development
Chartered Institute of Building Academy
Gain valuable insight into sustainable construction and development, and learn best practices from sustainability initiatives.
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Global Health, Conflict and Violence
University of Bergen
Understand the role of medical peace work, and consider the role of healthcare workers in times of conflict and violence.
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Emergencies and Disasters: Trends and Issues
Coventry University
Understand the common characteristics of emergencies and disasters, and explore the challenges they create.
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Disinformation, Misinformation, and Fake News Teach-Out
University of Michigan
Improve your media literacy skills and learn how to identify misinformation and spot fake news in the 21st century.
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Many Faces: Understanding the Complexities of Chinese Culture
University of Exeter
Develop a clearer understanding of modern China by exploring the role of art, literature and the 'noble hero' in Chinese culture.
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Teaching Students Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma
Queensland University of Technology
Find out what complex trauma is, how it affects children and adolescents, and what can be done to help.
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Discovering Your PhD Potential: Writing a Research Proposal
University of Leicester
Learn how to research and write a high-quality research proposal for postgraduate applications.
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Grief, Loss, and Dying During COVID-19
The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
Explore how we’re experiencing death during COVID-19 and learn how to help bereaved individuals to process their experiences.
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Global Prosperity Beyond GDP
UCL (University College London)
How can we think beyond GDP and build a prosperous economy that works better for people and the planet? Find out with this course.
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Antisemitism: From Its Origins to the Present
Yad Vashem
Join 50 leading scholars in exploring antisemitism, from its roots to its contemporary forms.
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Governing Religion: Global Challenges and Comparative Approaches
European University Institute (EUI)
Explore the relationship between religions and governments and learn how religions have come to be governed across the world.
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Integrated Healthcare for Children with Developmental Disabilities
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Discover how to improve the health and wellbeing of children with developmental disabilities.
Course
Make Change Happen
The Open University
Strengthen the skills you need to work with others to tackle injustice.
Course
Le Développement Durable Dans L'Action Humanitaire
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Découvrez les principes du développement durable, et comment en faire une réalité dans les organisations humanitaires.
ExpertTrack
Digital Marketing: Coding, UX, and Creating Digital Content
University of Leeds
Discover app and web design and learn practical skills in coding, UX, and digital content to boost your digital marketing career.
Course
Why Biology Matters: The Genome and You
Pompeu Fabra University Barcelona
Learn what a genome is and use this information to answer questions about biology, yourself, and the world around you.
Course
Care Home Nursing: Changing Perceptions
University of Dundee
Challenge your opinion of what it's like to be a care home nurse and understand their importance and varied responsibilities.
Course
Global Ethics: An Introduction
The Open University
Explore the key ethical theories surrounding global challenges and learn how philosophy can be used to address these problems.
Course
Sustainability and Green Logistics: An Introduction
Coventry University
Explore the principles of sustainability and understand how to create more sustainable logistics and procurement practices.
Course
Aging Populations: Lessons In Healthy Aging From Japan
Keio University
Explore Japan's aging population problems and discover their policies and solutions for a long and enjoyable life.
Course
Beauty Decoded: Strategy in the Global Beauty Business
The Hopenclass
Get educated on global marketing strategies, the country of origin effect and more with this three-week beauty business course.
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Making Sense of Data in the Media
The University of Sheffield
Discover how to read and understand data in the media, and how to spot fake news based on misleading statistics.
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Organising for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Hanken School of Economics
What are the Sustainable Development Goals and how will we achieve them? Learn how you can work towards the United Nations’ SDGs.
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Explore How Farmers Produce Food Sustainably
EIT Food
Gain an understanding of sustainable food production and the challenges that farmers face to offer a sustainable food supply.
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Orientation to Educational Neuroscience
Central Queensland University
Education is being enhanced and changed by evidence-based findings, find out how to capitalise on these new opportunities.
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Science Communication and Public Engagement
EIT Food
Discover the importance of public engagement in science, and learn techniques to share and raise awareness of your research.
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Engaging with Controversies in the Food System
EIT Food
Become more confident in making informed decisions about the food you eat by exploring different food controversies.
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Introduction to Marketing: Fundamentals of Marketing
Institute of Data & Marketing
Learn the core principles of marketing and how to use them to build communications plans, briefs, and creative assets.
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Become an HR Manager
A career in human resources management is focused around people skills – whether it’s recruiting and developing staff, overseeing strategy or managing the HR department. Start your HR career with short online human resources courses from top universities.
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The Challenge of Global Water Security
Cardiff University
An introduction to the challenges of water security on a local and global scale.
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Working Lives in the Factories and Mills: Textile History and Heritage
University of Strathclyde
Discover the lives of textile industry workers during the Victorian era, and better understand Britain's industrial heritage.
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Understanding Gender Identity: Trans People in the Workplace
The Open University
Help to create a more trans-friendly workplace, by learning about trans people, the struggles they face and how to support them.
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Introduction to the Travel & Tourism Industry: Passport to the World
The Global Travel and Tourism Partnership (GTTP)
Explore how the global travel and tourism industry works; learn how to start your career in the world’s fastest growing industry.
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Innovation in Arable Farming: Technologies for Sustainable Farming Systems
EIT Food
Explore how innovative, digital technologies can help achieve sustainable intensification of arable farming systems.
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Who Made My Clothes?
University of Exeter
Discover who made your clothes, share their stories, and find out how you can influence global change.
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Working Lives in the Coal Mines: Mining History and Heritage
University of Strathclyde
Explore the experiences of workers in the coal mining industry from the 1840s to the 1920s and learn about its impact on Britain.
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Understanding Violence Against Women: Myths and Realities
University of Strathclyde
Learn how to challenge attitudes that lead to violence against women and develop your knowledge of this human rights issue.
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Development and Planning in African Cities: Exploring theories, policies and practices from Sierra Leone
UCL (University College London)
As African cities grow, learn how development and planning help urban actors to make cities just and sustainable for all.
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Philosophy of Technology and Design: Shaping the Relations Between Humans and Technologies
University of Twente
Learn about the impact of technology on society. Explore the philosophy of technology and mediation theory, focused on design.
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Defending Dignity: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Amnesty International UK
Explore the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and learn how it empowers you to know, claim and defend your rights.
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Understanding Money: The History of Finance, Speculation, and the Stock Market
University of Southampton
Explore how money, investment, and finance have been represented in arts, literature, and popular culture over the last 300 years.
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Business Fundamentals: Effective Networking
The Open University
Discover how improving your business networking can enhance your professional relationships and open up career opportunities.
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Using Creative Problem Solving
National Chiao Tung University
Learn how to solve everyday problems using creativity with this online course about hands-on Creative Problem Solving.
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End of Life Care: Challenges and Innovation
The University of Glasgow
Explore dying and palliative care practice around the world and evaluate new trends and ideas surrounding end of life care issues.
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Becoming a Team Leader
City & Guilds Group
Learn the core attributes of a successful team leader and develop practical skills you can immediately apply in your workplace.
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Collective Resilience: From Group to Team
Within by Savoir-Relier
Build the knowledge, tools, mindset, and skills to lead trusting, resilient, and collaborative teams.
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Inside Opera: Why Does It Matter?
King's College London
Discover the hidden world of opera, find out how it works and debate whether it’s still relevant today.
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Let's Learn Thai Language
Universiti Malaya
Enhance your vacation and gain an understanding of one of the world's friendliest and most beautiful countries through language.
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Making Climate Adaptation Happen: Governing Transformation Strategies for Climate Change
University of Groningen
Explore how adaptive governance could help policymakers plan for and manage sudden environmental changes.
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Understanding Politics
The University of Kent
Equip yourself for further study with this introduction to politics.
ExpertTrack
Educational Neuroscience: Research-Led Teaching Approaches
Central Queensland University
Discover the new field of educational neuroscience. Study evidence-based research on the application of neuroscience in learning.
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Public Health and Nursing: Drive Public Health Promotion
Coventry University
Examine important aspects of public health, health promotion, and the role of modern nursing.
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Leading a Team: Coaching Techniques and Team Performance Management
City & Guilds Group
Understand how to lead a team using coaching to drive performance and to measure results.
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Introduction to Marketing: Omnichannel Marketing and Analysis
Institute of Data & Marketing
Explore the different marketing channels and how to use each one to reach your campaign goals.
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Learning and Memory: Understandings from Educational Neuroscience
Central Queensland University
Become a truly impactful educator by exploring the science of memory formation and its impact on learning.
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Organisations and Project Management: P3M and Knowledge Management
Coventry University
Analyse the impact of the organisational environment on project deliverables and learn the skills to succeed in global projects.
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Black Agency: Resistance and Resilience
University of Connecticut
Explore the history of anti-Black racism and reflect on how Black and non-Black people can build resilience to confront prejudice.
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Creating a Great User Experience for Mobile Apps
University of Leeds
Discover the essentials of UX and bring products to life by designing your own mobile app with the University of Leeds.
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Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense
EC-Council
Discover why cyber security is important, and how to build organizational cyber resilience in these four cyber security courses.
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Gender Representation in the Media
University of Strathclyde
Explore how women are represented in the media and reflect on what it means for contemporary society and culture.
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Good Practice in Autism Education
University of Bath
Discover the best practices in autism education and learn how to create an inclusive curriculum for autistic children.
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Blended and Online Learning Design
UCL (University College London)
Learn to develop the best pedagogy for your students using blended and online learning methods.
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Learn New Soft Skills
Soft skills are skills that help you work well with others, they're vital in today's workplace. Whether you want to improve your communication skills, think more creatively or learn how to lead, find a soft skills course to help you get ahead at work.
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Healthy Futures: How Can We Create the Most Effective Healthcare System?
Murdoch University
Find out how to solve some of the world’s biggest healthcare problems and make a positive difference.
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Digital Marketing for Hoteliers
Swiss Education Group
Learn practical skills to design a digital marketing strategy for a hotel and hospitality enterprise.
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How to Deliver Results as a Team Leader
City & Guilds Group
Develop essential team leader skills to help you make decisions, solve problems to manage change and implement operational plans.
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Japanese Culture Through Rare Books
Keio University
Explore the important roles that books have played in the cultural history of Japan.
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Sustainable Cities: Governing Urban Adaptation Under Climate Change
University of Groningen
Discover expert governance strategies for preparing urban areas to face the challenges posed by climate change.
Microcredential
Introduction to Management and Leadership in Health Services
The University of Glasgow
Develop your understanding of management and leadership theory to meet the demands of a career in health services management.
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Supporting and Engaging People with Autism
Swinburne University of Technology
Solve practical issues in the lives of individuals who have autism.
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World War 1: Trauma, Memory, Controversy
The Open University
Explore the traumatic effects of WW1 on soldiers and civilians. Discover how we remember and debate the history of this war.
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How to Open a Restaurant
Swiss Education Group
Get expert training in everything you need to know to become a top restaurateur, from marketing to menu design, and more.
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How Politics Works: From the Individual to an International Scale
The University of Kent
Prepare yourself for a degree in politics.
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Become a Data Analyst
Data analysts use technical skills to collect and analyse data, form data insights and come to meaningful conclusions that they express through visual, written and verbal communication. Companies need data analysts so they can learn about their audiences.
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Business Management: Marketing Principles and Practice
The Open University
Develop your marketing skills and knowledge to help you make better business decisions and achieve your professional goals.
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Strategic planning for professional service firms in the time of COVID-19
College of Law
Plan strategically for a “new normal” by evaluating opportunities and risks in complex and challenging markets.
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Religions From The Inside: Improving Interreligious Dialogue
Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI)
Explore the value of cooperation between faiths and learn how the five main world religions’ core beliefs relate to each other.
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Exploring Intersectionality and What Makes You Unique with Kiddy Smile
Tommy Hilfiger
Dive into intersectionality theory and ask how intersecting factors like race, gender, and sexuality impact our lived experience.
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Systems Thinking for Sustainability: Analyzing and Transitioning Complex Systems
Except Integrated Sustainability
Explore complex systems analysis structures, through which you can design strategic interventions to drive sustainable change.
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Decolonising Education: From Theory to Practice
University of Bristol
Get to grips with the nature of the colonial legacy on our current state of knowledge and learning practices.
ExpertTrack
Introduction to Politics
The University of Kent
Prepare for further study of politics at degree level, with an introduction to political philosophy, democracy and ideology.
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Let's Learn Portuguese Language
Universiti Malaya
Enhance your vacation and gain an understanding of one of the world's friendliest and most vibrant countries through language.
Microcredential
Organisational Behaviour and Leadership Strategies
Swiss Education Group
Stand out as an influential leader in any business as you learn how to successfully navigate fast-changing sectors.
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Foundations of French for Global Communication
King's College London
Learn the basics of the French language and discover how French fluency can improve your professional life and career.
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Foundations of Spanish for Global Communication
King's College London
Suitable even for beginners, this course from the Modern Language Centre will get you well versed in the art of speaking Spanish.
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History of Slavery in the British Caribbean
The University of Glasgow
Explore the history and legacy of British colonial slavery and oppression in the Caribbean through historical slave accounts.
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Solving Inequality in Education
Samsung
Learn how technology can help solve inequality and empower future generations to achieve their full potential through education.
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Getting Started with Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Institute
Cover the main basic concepts, techniques, and skills required in order to implement an effective digital marketing strategy.
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International Culture and Tourism Management: Cultural Heritage and Tourism Management
Nankai University
Explore the history of cultural tourism and heritage tourism. Learn about tourism management at UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Preparing for Graduate Study in the US: A Course for International Students
University of Michigan
Prepare for a graduate program in the US with academic English language teaching support and ESL international student resources.
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Introduction to Digital Transformation and E-Commerce
Coventry University
Build your knowledge of digital transformation and explore effective digital business and e-commerce management strategies.
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Sino-Japanese Interactions Through Rare Books
Keio University
Learn about the role of books in the relationship between the cultures of Japan and China, with this free online course.
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Global Studies: Risks and Threats in International Relations
Grenoble Ecole de Management
Explore global issues and find out how cultural divides and security threats impact foreign affairs and global policies.
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UX Design Fundamentals: User Experience Design Fundamentals
FutureLearn
Learn the fundamental UX skills, principles and other essentials required to kickstart your career as a digital UX designer.
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Data Visualisation: Prediction and Ethics in Data Analytics
FutureLearn
Learn the techniques that underpin predictive data analytics and understand the ethics behind them.
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Future Food: Sustainable Food Systems for the 21st Century
University of Exeter
Find out what sustainability means for food and explore the challenges of our journey towards a more sustainable food future.
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An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures
Keio University
Explore Japanese subcultures and learn about their history from the 1970s to today.
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Improving Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace
Whether you want to learn about mindfulness at work or mental health in your personal life, FutureLearn can help. Join one of our short health and wellbeing courses for the latest advice and start developing your skills.
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Switzerland in Europe: Money, Migration and Other Difficult Matters
University of Basel
Learn about the position of Switzerland in Europe, in particular with respect to money, migration and other difficult matters.
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Propaganda and Ideology in Everyday Life
The University of Nottingham
Find out how propaganda is used to instil political ideologies and its impact on our daily lives, with this free online course.
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A History of Royal Fashion
The University of Glasgow
Explore how British royalty have influenced fashion over the last 500 years, from the Tudors to the Windsors.
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Turn Climate Anxiety into Positive Action
Samsung
Overcome climate anxiety, learn how technology can unlock activism in everyone, and drive positive change in your community.
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Content Marketing Strategy with Advertising Week
Advertising Week
Learn content marketing strategy from the best in the business, with insights from Nike, Goop, Glossier, Burger King and more.
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Supply Chain Innovation: How Technology Can Create a Sustainable Future
University of Twente
Understand how new technologies can make supply chains more sustainable and learn how to deal with today's trends.
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Become an Entrepreneur
Want to learn how to start your own business? Or bring new ideas and energy to your current organisation? Develop key entrepreneurial skills with short online entrepreneurship courses from top universities and business schools.
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Using AI to Gain a Competitive Edge for your Customer Experience (CX)
Critical Mass
Gain a competitive edge by using AI-driven technology processes to enhance customer experience and business growth.
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Environmental Justice
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Understand how climate change, biodiversity loss and deforestation affect people, exploring justice in environment management.
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Become a Data Scientist
As a data scientist, you’ll analyse raw data to form insights and solve problems like creating products or updating software. Get the key skills and qualifications now by taking online data science courses from top UK universities and institutions.
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Caring for Others
Learn how to ensure the best care possible for every patient. Explore the latest research and advice on patient care, whilst gaining practical knowledge and skills - studying with leading universities and medical schools.
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Skills to Succeed in the Digital Workplace
University of Leeds
Improve your digital skills to build resilience in the workplace and boost your employability for a future-proof career.
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Essential Skills for Team Leaders
City & Guilds Group
New to a managerial position? Discover practical skills to help you succeed as a team leader with ILM.
ExpertTrack
Teaching Practical Science: Progress Student Learning Through Hands-On Science
National STEM Learning Centre
Discover how to engage students aged 14-16 in science, using hands-on experiments in this three-part CPD ExpertTrack for teachers.
Microcredential
Management of Uncertainty: Leadership, Decisions and Action
The Open University
Develop greater leadership skills and learn to make effective decisions in conditions of radical uncertainty.
Microcredential
International Relations: Politics in Turbulent Times
The University of Kent
Explore key political challenges confronting diplomacy in the 21st century and enhance your knowledge of modern global politics.
Microcredential
Online Teaching: Embedding Social, Race and Gender-Related Equity
The Open University
Discover how to embed equity in your online teaching and support equitable participation for all
Microcredential
Management of Change: Organisation Development and Design
The Open University
Discover tools and concepts of human centred management and design, and develop skills to manage and lead in an AI-centric world
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Master Digital Marketing Strategy
The Left Bank
Achieve a competitive edge as you build your knowledge and learn up-to-date skills in the changing digital marketing landscape.
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Fashion Management: Create Your Own Sustainable Brand
Institut Français de la Mode (IFM)
Develop your fashion management and entrepreneurial skills across marketing, product development, branding, and sustainability.
Microcredential
Fashion Business
Institut Français de la Mode (IFM)
Upskill in fashion management for work in fashion marketing, branding, product development, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
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Marketing Strategy with Advertising Week and Raja Rajamannar
Advertising Week
Discover marketing strategy with teaching from Mastercard global CMO, Raja Rajamannar, and marketing experts at Advertising Week.
Microcredential
Online Teaching: Evaluating and Improving Courses
The Open University
Develop the skills you need to evaluate the success of your online teaching and enhance your students’ remote learning experience.
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Trauma-Aware Education: Teaching Students Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma
Queensland University of Technology
Produce an action plan to use trauma-informed practices to support your students, colleagues, school or workplace.

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