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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


  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Células y tejidos

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Oncology, Physiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pathology, Biology, Molecular Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • O

    Olay

    Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls, Good Manufacturing Practices, Product Planning, Product Quality (QA/QC), Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Commercialization, Customer Insights, Product Management, Verification And Validation, Laboratory Experience, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Procedures, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Healthcare Ethics, Biology, Personal Care, Materials science

    ★ 4.7 (571) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Physics, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

    ★ 4.9 (525) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Bioinformatics, grep, Unix Shell, Unix, Data Management, Information Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Molecular Biology, Bash (Scripting Language), Big Data, Data Manipulation, File Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Bed Management, Data Pipelines, Life Sciences, Text Mining

    ★ 4 (570) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Algae Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Development, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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

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  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Higher Education, Cooperation, Willingness To Learn, Biology, Collaboration, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Growth Mindedness, Self-Motivation, Resourcefulness

    ★ 4.5 (589) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Complement, MHC I and II, T Cells, and Cytokines

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Infectious Diseases

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

    Status: Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods II

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, R (Software), Informatics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Scientific Visualization, Structural Analysis, Heat Maps

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Rochester

    Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

    ★ 4.6 (500) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Simulations, electromagnetics, Chemistry

    ★ 4.6 (458) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

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

    ★ 4.9 (531) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Case Studies in Personalized Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Electronic Medical Record, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Ethics, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Psychiatry, Patient-centered Care, Drug Development, Diagnostic Tests, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction

    ★ 4.8 (506) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Células y tejidos: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay
  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
  • Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Complement, MHC I and II, T Cells, and Cytokines: Rice University
  • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
  • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester
  • Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change: The University of Chicago

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