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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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    Coursera

    Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of California San Diego

    Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    700 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Delivery Problem

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data-oriented programming, Operations Research, Python Programming, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    375 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Michigan

    Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    233K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    C

    Coursera

    Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    VLSI CAD Part I: Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Verification And Validation, Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Algorithms, Computer Engineering, Mathematical Software, Design Software, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Digital Design, Software Development Tools

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    557 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Data Integrity, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Authentications, Data Security, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Digital Communications, Information Architecture

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    900 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Graph Theory, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Computer Science, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    281 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Program Development, Data Storage, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Query Languages, Web Analytics and SEO, Software Engineering, Software Design, File Management, Computer Architecture, Data Storage Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms (I)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    C

    Codio

    Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic, Computer Science, File Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    477 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 1

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch: Coursera
  • Advanced Algorithms and Complexity: University of California San Diego
  • Delivery Problem: University of California San Diego
  • Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python): University of Michigan
  • Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting: Coursera
  • VLSI CAD Part I: Logic: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • 离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality: Peking University
  • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
  • Data Structures and Algorithms (I): Tsinghua University

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