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.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Information Assurance, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Scanning, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, Automation, Software Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Agentic systems, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, System Design and Implementation, Simulations, Differential Equations, Computer Science, Hardware Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Python Programming, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Public Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Informatics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, General Mathematics
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Bayesian Statistics, Supervised Learning, Network Architecture, Markov Model
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Media and Communications, Automation, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Workplace inclusivity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, File Systems, Linux, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, Artificial Intelligence
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Cryptography, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Analysis, Automation, Program Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage, Data Store, Descriptive Statistics, Problem Management, Data Visualization Software, File Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Tree Maps, Encryption, Python Programming, Combinatorics, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Design Strategies
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Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months