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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

    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Urinalysis, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Cell Biology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Laboratory Equipment, Biology

    4.8 stars, 356 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8 stars, 380 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (380) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Precision Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Biomedical Technology, Primary Care, Biotechnology, Clinical Research Ethics, General Medicine, Oncology, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Pharmacotherapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.5 stars, 420 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Introducción a la Neurociencia

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Psychology, Anatomy, Human Development, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Endocrinology

    4.8 stars, 403 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (403) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    Love as a Force for Social Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Interpersonal Communications, Social Justice, Empathy, Philanthropy, Relationship Building, Social Impact, Liberal Arts, Community Organizing, Advocacy, Social Work, Culture, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Psychology, Performing Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology

    4.7 stars, 430 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development

    4.5 stars, 355 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (355) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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 stars, 507 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (507) · Mixed · 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 stars, 501 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Biology, Hydrology, Climate Change Programs, Life Sciences, Water Quality, Land Management, Nutrition and Diet, Oil and Gas, Pollution Prevention, Petroleum Industry, Sustainable Systems

    4.7 stars, 474 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (474) · Beginner · Specialization · 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, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Molecular Biology, Bash (Scripting Language), Big Data, Data Manipulation, File Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Life Sciences

    4 stars, 573 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics for Yoga Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Biology, Athletic Training, Manual Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics

    4.7 stars, 441 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (441) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Basics of Extracellular Vesicles: University of California, Irvine
  • Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Precision Medicine: University of Geneva
  • Introducción a la Neurociencia: Universidad de Palermo
  • Love as a Force for Social Justice: Stanford Online
  • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
  • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Complement, MHC I and II, T Cells, and Cytokines: Rice University
  • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
  • Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University

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