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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Microbiology, Molecular Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
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
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Lausanne
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Human Development, Social Sciences, Child Development, Learning Theory, Biology, Health Education
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Immunology, Hematology, Hemodynamics, Capillary, Clinical Practices, Pathology, Electocardiography, Physiology, Electrophysiology, Cell Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cambridge
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Neurology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Cell Biology, Research, Research Methodologies
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Immunology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Biology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks