Politics & Society Courses

Learn why climate change is a human rights issue, and how human rights can be used as a tool to combat the climate crisis.

Explore life inside UK prisons. Learn whether this type of punishment reduces crime and if rehabilitation can prevent reoffending.

Take a closer look at geographical and cultural borders and understand their effects on people who occupy them or cross them.

Understand intercultural communication by learning about the concepts of culture and interculturality.

Learn how the principles of intercultural contact may challenge the way in which you think about social interaction.

Explore intercultural communication by understanding the relationship between language and cultural identity.

Learn how products move across borders and how branding problematically draws on narratives of culture and place.

Experience what it’s like to be a detective in a murder investigation as you learn how psychology can help crack the case.

Explore how adaptive governance could help policymakers plan for and manage sudden environmental changes.

Learn to analyse data related to economic inequality, and present it in a way that can foster government policy change.

Develop your skills and understanding to manage Green Infrastructure and Ecosystem Services and lead for sustainability.

Learn how to engage and collaborate with diverse communities to turn museums into spaces of social inclusion and belonging.

Descubre cómo los diferentes tipos de transporte público se pueden emplear para hacer el transporte urbano más sostenible.

Examine how different types of public transport can be employed to make urban transport more sustainable.

Join 50 leading scholars in exploring antisemitism, from its roots to its contemporary forms.

Develop your knowledge of human rights and societal issues as you explore the impact of forced marriage and measures to combat it.

Learn about policymaking and leadership from experts and inspirational leaders, and create your own policy action plan.

Discover how teachers can promote a culture of democracy in the classroom.

Understand religious radicalisation and violence and learn strategies to build resilience in communities and schools.

Explore the effects of climate change and how to address the biggest challenge to our civilisation in the 21st century.

Explore the latest in Diversity, Equality and Inclusivity with Samsung and use empathetic Design Thinking to shape the future.

Learn how to analyse the global business environment and adapt to technological, environmental, and economic changes.

Engage with and motivate others to join you in the fight against climate change using a variety of approaches.

Discover the link between food and climate change and learn about the collective journey towards a sustainable global diet.

What does it mean to be European? Discover European cultures, identities and policies with this course.

Discover the empathetic Design Thinking process with Samsung, to help imagine a future where social isolation is minimised.

Investigate and challenge the claims of universality of human rights and how the law serves marginalised groups.

Explore human rights law and particular ways of life, the impact of the Global COVID-19 pandemic, and strategies for the future.

Get an introduction to what it means to be a global citizen and the opportunities it creates.

Examine the history & nature of human rights law, its norms, systems, and institutions, and consider its proclaimed universality.

Understand how climate change, biodiversity loss and deforestation affect people, exploring justice in environment management.

Study the evolution of intimacy in the context of global capitalism and probe the intersections of sex, love, labour and mobility.

Learn about central aspects of multilingualism in today's globalised societies, such as cognition, policies and education.

What insights do photos offer into histories of National Socialism and the Holocaust? Are they authentic sources, or ‘fake news’?

Uncover important themes in the history of Christian-Muslim relations and understand the politics that continue to shape it.

Learn the skills you need to carry out research in your own community using the 'citizen science' approach of UCL's RELIEF Centre.

Learn how to develop policy that supports businesses to respond to pressing challenges and create an inclusive and fair economy.

Discover how psychology can help obtain evidence from eyewitnesses in police investigations and prevent miscarriages of justice.

Discover key issues in global citizenship education and learn how to prepare your students for the global challenges of tomorrow.

Learn about the impact of technology on society. Explore the philosophy of technology and mediation theory, focused on design.

Explore the value of cooperation between faiths and learn how the five main world religions’ core beliefs relate to each other.

Explore the reasons and solutions for the climate crisis, equipping you to create a better today and tomorrow.

Discover the different dimensions of sustainable urban mobility, including the Avoid-Shift-Improve (ASI) framework.

Discover how cities can develop a distinct heritage through embracing cultural diversity.

Learn about how migration has shaped cities around the world and the particular issues that migrants face in urban contexts

Learn how to challenge attitudes that lead to violence against women and develop your knowledge of this human rights issue.

Explore the role of interfaith education in preventing forms of violent extremism and building resilient communities.

Explore how to set up a successful business in a conflict-affected region using red team exercises to stress-test your plans.

Learn the nuances of the aid industry in conflict zones and develop the skills to stress test humanitarian aid projects.

Learn how to use logic to evaluate arguments and discover more about philosophical concepts like truth-tables and logical form.

Explore and map the parties involved in conflicts, their motivations, and the fault lines between them.

Learn the skills and techniques to view the different perspectives across a conflict zone, including those of the enemy.

Understand both the principles and practicalities of humanitarian response and learn about disaster management.

Explore the meaning of academic freedom and how it relates to core higher education and societal values.

As African cities grow, learn how development and planning help urban actors to make cities just and sustainable for all.

Explore the relationship between religions and governments and learn how religions have come to be governed across the world.

Become a sustainable tech innovator and learn about Design Thinking with Samsung to bring your sustainable tech solutions to life

Discover how current technologies reinforce racism and how you can implement anti-racist approaches in your context.

Explore how to create and advocate for gender-inclusive technologies to promote equality in society.

Develop better products and services by learning how to amplify diverse voices and cultivate an inclusive culture.

Delve into the history of poverty and inequality across the globe, and explore potential solutions to these social issues.

Explore the use of art media for social justice, and investigate how public art can be used to redress historic gender bias.

Explore the ancient religion of Zoroastrianism, its languages, and the challenges faced by Zoroastrian communities today.

Learn about Design Thinking with Samsung and discover how you can use tech to help redesign the future of education.

What is crime? How does criminal justice work in England and Wales? Find out more by following a case through the system.

Discover the science of mindfulness, learn how it works and why, from a political, psychological, and philosophical perspective.

Discover how environmental research can inform how we respond to and solve the major global environmental issues of today.

Explore the structure and dynamics of different types of social networks and use models to identify patterns of social influence.

Understand artistic protest from the African Diaspora, and how Black performance impacts social justice movements today.

Learn why social processes seem so unpredictable and understand better the basics of social dynamics.

How to adapt child protection programming to support the wellbeing and development of children during COVID-19 and other IDOs

Discover expert governance strategies for preparing urban areas to face the challenges posed by climate change.

Learn the basics of Māori language pronunciation, including some everyday words, key greetings and phrases.

Find out how propaganda is used to instil political ideologies and its impact on our daily lives, with this free online course.

Conozca la relación entre las políticas públicas y la calidad de vida con la Universidad de Palermo.

Explore global health governance and the challenges facing healthcare workers and policymakers.

Learn how to preserve, restore and utilize cultural properties in universities—a case study from Keio University, Tokyo.

Discover the causes of global employment inequalities, how workers gain a voice through unions, and the future of work itself.

Do digital technologies affect our wellbeing? Explore the concepts of health, relationships and society in the digital age.

Explore the ways in which sport can actively contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals and other objectives.

Explore how to conduct and interpret findings from global disability research

Examine the background and legacy of the Moss Side Riots in 1981, and explore key contemporary issues of policing and racism.

Develop an understanding of suicide in a global context. Learn about suicide risk factors and ways to help prevent it.

Investigate the role, reach, and scope of border controls in generating modern forms and means of flight.

Explore how discourses and law frame migrants and migration and whether the notion of migration crisis is justified.

Investigate the extent to which international law protects the rights of non-refugee forced migrants.

Learn about the beginnings of this radical religious group as it emerged in 17th century England, with this free online course.

Learn how the principles of psychological well-being, communication and interpretation can benefit your work with refugees

Explore the history of anti-Black racism and reflect on how Black and non-Black people can build resilience to confront prejudice.

Explore the key elements of effective relationships and networks, both personally and professionally.

Learn how to show professionalism in the workplace and get essential office etiquette tips for professional communication at work.

Discover what the bioeconomy is and how recent innovations in Europe’s forest-based sectors affect the drive for sustainability.

Discover technologies for clean growth, consider clean growth strategy and explore the skills required to meet clean city targets.

Understand the problems cities face and learn how they can be resolved with ethical solutions.

Discover the power you hold to better serve the community you live in and explore the role of mentorship with the Compton Cowboys.

War and conflict can severely disrupt the governance of the environment. What is the impact on both people and the environment?

Dive into intersectionality theory and ask how intersecting factors like race, gender, and sexuality impact our lived experience.

Investigate links between economics and politicians with Sir Vince Cable and leading economists at the University of Nottingham.

Descubre el poder de la innovación social y cómo puedes cambiar el mundo.

Gain an insight into the relationship between public policy and quality of life with the Universidad de Palermo.

Discover how rapid changes to natural systems may make Earth look very different in the future.

Discover the history of racism in America and explore how racism and anti-Blackness is systemic in American society.

Exercise creative brand development skills and learn how to build a brand with an authentic identity and style.