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Forensic Science Courses

Forensic science courses cover techniques such as crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and analysis of biological and physical evidence. You can learn about tools like DNA profiling, toxicology, and digital forensics, as well as methods for documenting and presenting findings in legal contexts.

Popular Forensic Science Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, SQL, Plot (Graphics), Unsupervised Learning, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Supervised Learning, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Data Visualization, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 151K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (151K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Recently updated
    Recently updated
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Science of Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Physiology, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Public Health

    4.8 stars, 4.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (4.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unix Commands, Biostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Unix, Data Science, Data Management, Statistical Methods, Molecular Biology, Command-Line Interface, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis Software, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Big Data, R Programming, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 6.9K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (6.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • I

    IBM

    Incident Response and Digital Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Data Integrity

    4.7 stars, 1.9K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Statistical Visualization, Network Model, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 34K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (34K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Essentials of Sensory Science

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Experimentation, Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Food and Beverage, Laboratory Procedures, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Quality Assurance, Physiology, Research Design, Nutrition and Diet, Anatomy, Product Development, Research, Data Collection, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis, Chemistry, Recruitment

    4.6 stars, 79 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (79) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    Lecturio

    Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Foundations of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Workflow Management, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Analytical Skills, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Machine Learning

    4.7 stars, 4.1K reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.1K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Physiology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Material Chemistry and Sustainable Building

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Sustainable Architecture, Building Design, Hazard Analysis, Environment Health And Safety, Materials science

    4.7 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking

    4.7 stars, 365 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (365) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Digital Forensics: A Guide to Cybercrime Investigation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cyber Operations, Technical Communication, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Cyber Risk, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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How to choose the right Forensic Science course

Start with what you want to do in forensic science. If you're interested in crime scene investigation, choose courses covering evidence collection, crime scene processing, and investigative techniques. For a focus on forensic biology, look for courses that include DNA analysis, toxicology, and biological evidence examination. Compare the content to find what aligns with your interests.

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