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Theoretical Computer Science Courses

Theoretical computer science courses can help you learn algorithms, computational complexity, automata theory, and formal languages. You can build skills in problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and algorithm analysis, that support tackling complex computational tasks. Many courses introduce tools like Python for algorithm implementation, LaTeX for typesetting mathematical documents, and software for simulating automata, allowing you to apply these concepts in practical scenarios.


Popular Theoretical Computer Science Courses and Certifications


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    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Civil Law, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Liberal Arts, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Comparative Political Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Matplotlib, Calculus, Differential Equations, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of California San Diego

    Code Free Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, No-Code Development, Software Installation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    215 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Implementando modelo Computer Vision en Amazon Sagemaker

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Computer Vision, Cloud Computing, Image Analysis, Application Deployment, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Computer Vision: Face Recognition Quick Starter in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Python Programming, Image Analysis, Real Time Data, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Development Environment, Deep Learning, Software Installation, Performance Tuning, System Configuration, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Duke University

    Climate Science for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Physical Science, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Mental Health, Trend Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Deep Learning - Computer Vision for Beginners Using PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, NumPy, Matplotlib, Deep Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Image Analysis, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Manipulation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Washington

    Data Science at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Big Data, Relational Databases, Supervised Learning, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Visualization Software, Databases, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, SQL, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Python Programming

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    922 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Programming for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Science, Software Documentation, Debugging

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Jetson Nano Starter to Pro - A Computer Vision Course

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, System Configuration, Deep Learning, Real Time Data, Performance Tuning, Software Installation, Application Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    West Virginia University

    Wood Science: Beyond Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Engineering, Construction

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    782 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theoretical computer science courses

  • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
  • Comparative Political Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • BSc Data Science: University of Huddersfield
  • Code Free Data Science: University of California San Diego
  • Implementando modelo Computer Vision en Amazon Sagemaker: Coursera
  • Computer Vision: Face Recognition Quick Starter in Python: Packt
  • Climate Science for Everyone: Duke University
  • Deep Learning - Computer Vision for Beginners Using PyTorch: Packt
  • Data Science at Scale: University of Washington
  • Programming for Data Science: University of Leeds

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