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    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Ancient History, European History, Social Sciences, Economics, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    435 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese for HSK 6

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Grammar, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Literacy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    505 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910

    Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, European History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Culture, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K 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, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    680 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    中医汉语

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Language Competency, Mental Health, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Preventative Care, Health Care, Nutrition and Diet

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese for HSK 1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Oral Expression, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Culture

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner (2) 汉字(2)

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Doing Business in China

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Peer Review, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Innovation, Consumer Behaviour, Business Leadership, Brand Management, Strategic Thinking, Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Development, Global Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Business Consulting, Business Strategies, Digital Media Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    629 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematics Education, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    China Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Market Opportunities, Global Marketing, E-Commerce, Market Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    163 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World: Universiteit Leiden
  • Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Chinese for HSK 6: Peking University
  • The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910: University of Virginia
  • Roman Art and Archaeology: University of Arizona
  • 中医汉语: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Chinese for HSK 1: Peking University
  • Chinese Characters for beginner (2) 汉字(2): Peking University
  • Doing Business in China: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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