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Forensic Science Courses

Forensic science courses can help you learn crime scene investigation techniques, evidence collection methods, and the analysis of physical evidence. You can build skills in fingerprint analysis, toxicology, and DNA profiling, which are crucial for solving cases. Many courses introduce tools like forensic databases, microscopy equipment, and software for crime scene reconstruction, showing how these skills are applied in real investigations.


Popular Forensic Science Courses and Certifications


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    Fractal Analytics

    Fractal Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Human Centered Design, Storyboarding, SQL, Machine Learning, Problem Solving, Python Programming

    4.5
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    519 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Master of Science in Data Science (Statistics)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Web Scraping, Data Storytelling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Matplotlib, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Network Analysis, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Linear Algebra

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    MathWorks

    Data Science Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Geographic Information Systems, Big Data, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Matlab, Data Cleansing, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms

    4.9
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Philosophy of Science

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    253 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Model Deployment, Databases, Data Science, Big Data, Computer Programming Tools, Query Languages, Data Visualization Software, GitHub, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, R (Software), Cloud Computing, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    101K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Clemson University

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Science

    Skills you'll gain: Open Mindset, Curiosity, Willingness To Learn, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Child Development, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Tools for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Computer Programming Tools, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, GitHub, R (Software), Big Data, R Programming, Model Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Git (Version Control System), Other Programming Languages, Version Control, Python Programming, Open Source Technology

    4.5
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    30K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    SQL for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Management, Data Quality, Database Design, Query Languages, Data Literacy, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, Data Science, Databases, Data Analysis, Data Transformation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    What is Data Science?

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Mining, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    77K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Science, Technology & Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Physics, Physical Science, Industrial Design, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Fractal Data Science: Fractal Analytics
  • Master of Science in Data Science (Statistics): University of Leeds
  • Data Science Companion: MathWorks
  • Philosophy of Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Data Science: IBM
  • Applied Data Science: Clemson University
  • Intellectual Humility: Science: The University of Edinburgh
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • Tools for Data Science: IBM
  • SQL for Data Science: University of California, Davis

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