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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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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Una Salud: la salud humana, animal y de los ecosistemas

    Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Environmental Science, Community Health, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Sanitation, Environment, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Research and Design, Environmental Issue, Microbiology

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    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Computational Thinking, Molecular Biology, Biology, Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anthropology, Biology, Anatomy, 3D Assets, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Laboratory Research, Human Development, Exercise Science, Taxonomy, Child Development, Life Sciences, Scientific Visualization, Childbirth, Obstetrics And Gynecology

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución: Teoría sintética

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, World History, Social Studies, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Solution Design, Sustainable Design, Creative Thinking, Systems Analysis, Creative Problem-Solving, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Conceptual Design, Sustainable Development, Biotechnology, Creativity, Biology, Communication, Empathy

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución: Síntesis extendida

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

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    American Museum of Natural History

    The Solar System

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

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    Yale University

    宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Environment, Teaching, Creativity, Education and Training, Storytelling, Human Development, Socioeconomics, World History, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Life Sciences, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Community Development, Economics, Biology

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cannabis Propagation

    Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Biology, Environment

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Nanotecnología para un futuro sostenible

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Materials science, Education Software and Technology, Analytical Testing, Robotics, Chemistry, Engineering Design Process, Environmental Issue, Molecular Biology, Solution Design, Biomedical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Electronics, Safety Standards, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Technology, Physics

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Personal Care, Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Laboratory Testing, Regulatory Requirements, Materials science, Workforce Development, New Product Development, Clinical Trials, Quality Control, Product Planning, Entrepreneurship

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

  • Una Salud: la salud humana, animal y de los ecosistemas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution: University of California San Diego
  • Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking: Dartmouth College
  • Evolución: Teoría sintética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Evolución: Síntesis extendida: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Solar System: American Museum of Natural History
  • 宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action): Yale University
  • Cannabis Propagation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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