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.

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Equipment, Specimen Preparation, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Verification And Validation
★ 4.8 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Microbiology
★ 4.8 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Diagnostic Tests, Bioinformatics, Computational Thinking, Model Evaluation, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research
★ 4.1 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Water Resources, Water Quality, Stormwater Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environment
★ 4.7 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Design, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Architectural Drawing, Creative Design, Drug Development
★ 3.7 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Storytelling, Culture, Liberal Arts, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Biology, Timelines, Human Development, Sustainable Systems, Systems Thinking, Visual Storytelling, World History, Physical Science, Physics, Ancient History
★ 4.9 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient-centered Care, Medical Prescription, Mental and Behavioral Health, Life Sciences, Neurology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Research, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Science and Research
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, 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
★ 4.6 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Data Sharing, Mathematical Modeling, Agentic systems, System Configuration, Systems Development, Biology, Life Sciences
★ 4.7 (12) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Taxonomy, Natural Resource Management, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis, electromagnetics, Estimation, Research, Scientific Visualization, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Collection, Biology, Data Visualization
★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Land Management, Sustainable Systems, Health Disparities, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environment Health And Safety, Natural Resource Management, Biology, Mitigation, Climate Change Mitigation, Waste Minimization
★ 4.7 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Social Sciences, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology
★ 4.3 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months