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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

    Utrecht University

    Understanding child development: from synapse to society

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Systems Thinking, Kinesiology, Learning Theory, Psychology, Research, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Biology

    4.7 stars, 703 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (703) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Pedagogy, Neurology, Culture, Self-Awareness, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Learning Strategies, Anatomy, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking

    4.8 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Analytical Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Biotech — From Science to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Feasibility Studies, Business Valuation, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Innovation

    4.7 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Signaling actions of small molecules

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Blood Pressure, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Microbiology, Drug Development, Oncology

    4.8 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Respiration, Psychiatry, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Internal Medicine, Injury Prevention, Life Sciences, Cardiology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Accident Prevention, General Medicine, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular Biology

    4.8 stars, 830 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Caltech

    The Science of the Solar System

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry

    4.8 stars, 816 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Sociology, Child Development, Biology, Scientific Methods, Research

    4.7 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Chicken Behaviour and Welfare

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Behavior Management, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Learning, Endocrinology, Biology

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Immersify

    Integrating Specialized Body Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Nephrology, Urology, Gynecology, Physiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Anatomy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Immunology, Biology, Pathology, Health Assessment

    4.1 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Urinary Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    New York University

    Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Respiration, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Stress Management, Pulmonology, Research, Science and Research, Cardiology, General Science and Research, Immunology, Biology, Meditation & Breathwork, Cell Biology, Nephrology, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Neurology, Endocrinology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.8 stars, 540 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (540) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Understanding child development: from synapse to society: Utrecht University
  • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
  • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Signaling actions of small molecules: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
  • The Science of the Solar System: Caltech
  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Chicken Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
  • Integrating Specialized Body Functions: Immersify

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