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Biology Courses

Biology courses can help you learn cellular processes, genetics, ecology, and evolutionary theory. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through hands-on experiments and field studies. Many courses introduce tools like microscopes, DNA sequencers, and statistical software, that support conducting research and analyzing biological data.

Popular Biology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Microbiology, Molecular Biology

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    Northeastern University

    Applied Mathematics in Bioengineering

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra, Statistical Inference, Digital Signal Processing, Biological Engineering, Image Analysis, Experimentation, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Regression Analysis, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Data Transformation

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Biochemical Assays, Research, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, General Science and Research, Laboratory Techniques

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    LearnQuest

    Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Bioinformatics, Model Training, Dimensionality Reduction, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Pandas (Python Package), Drug Development, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Manipulation, Medical Science and Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Scientific Visualization, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning

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    University of Lausanne

    La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ?

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Reports, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Court Systems, Statistical Analysis, Investigation, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Scientific Methods, Adjudication, Failure Analysis, Legal Risk, Laboratory Procedures, Case Studies, Molecular Biology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    The Psychology of Gender and Sexuality

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Human Development, Social Sciences, Child Development, Learning Theory, Biology, Health Education

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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Immunology, Hematology, Hemodynamics, Capillary, Clinical Practices, Pathology, Electocardiography, Physiology, Electrophysiology, Cell Biology

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Monitoring, International Relations, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Research, Microbiology, Data Collection

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    University of Cambridge

    Forensic Science: DNA Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Molecular Biology, Healthcare Ethics, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biostatistics, Life Sciences, Laboratory Techniques, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Analytical Testing, Research, Biology, Emerging Technologies

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Primate Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Land Management, Environment, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Risk Analysis, Biology, Sustainable Development, Community Outreach, Taxonomy, Anthropology

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    Peking University

    生物学概念与途径

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Neurology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Cell Biology, Research, Research Methodologies

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas

    Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Immunology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Biology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

  • Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Applied Mathematics in Bioengineering: Northeastern University
  • Researcher's Guide to Omic Data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery: LearnQuest
  • La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ?: University of Lausanne
  • The Psychology of Gender and Sexuality: American Psychological Association
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense: Rice University
  • Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Forensic Science: DNA Analysis: University of Cambridge
  • Primate Conservation: University of Colorado Boulder

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