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.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, Medical Science and Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Biochemical Assays, Research, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, General Science and Research
★ 3.7 (40) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Data Collection, Environment, Scientific Methods, Land Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Life Sciences, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Water Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Ancient History
★ 4.7 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Microbiology, Network Model, Biology, Programming Principles, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Programming
★ 4.2 (59) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Case Studies, Clinical Research, Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Social Work, Research, Clinical Research Coordination, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, A/B Testing, Healthcare 5.0, Public Health and Disease Prevention, UI/UX Research, Strong Work Ethic
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Taxonomy, Production Process, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy
★ 4.7 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Climate Change Programs, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environment, Biology
★ 4.7 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Molecular Biology, Healthcare Ethics, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biostatistics, Life Sciences, Laboratory Techniques, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Analytical Testing, Research, Biology, Emerging Technologies
★ 4.8 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology
★ 4.8 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Land Management, Environment, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Risk Analysis, Biology, Sustainable Development, Community Outreach, Taxonomy, Anthropology
★ 4.6 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Immunology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Biology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy
★ 4.9 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Prompt Patterns, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Teaching, Interactive Design, Digital pedagogy, Design Reviews, Design Strategies, Chemistry, Physics, Biology
★ 5 (46) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Pulmonology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Exercise Science, Neurology, Cell Biology
★ 4.5 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months