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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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    Stanford Online

    RNA Biology with Eterna

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology

    4.7 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, R (Software), Data Analysis Software, Differential Equations, Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Network Analysis, Laboratory Procedures, Simulations, Data Processing, Data Integration, Network Model, Biology

    4.4 stars, 990 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (990) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Food and Beverage, Biotechnology, Respiration, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Governance, Case Studies, Socioeconomics

    4.8 stars, 326 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (326) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Forensic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Chemistry, Investigation, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Laboratory Procedures, Molecular Biology

    4.9 stars, 2.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Biology, Estimation, Experimentation

    4.8 stars, 186 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (186) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Respiration, Environment

    4.7 stars, 99 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (99) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • I

    Immersify

    Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Biology, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care

    4.7 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Cell Biology, Biology, Precision Medicine

    4.7 stars, 3.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Scientific Methods

    4.8 stars, 2.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Physiology

    4.1 stars, 647 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (647) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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