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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


  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Medical Terminology, Oncology, Cell Biology

    4.7 stars, 2.2K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Biology

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Forensic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Chemistry, Investigation, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Laboratory Procedures, Molecular Biology

    4.9 stars, 2.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Cell Biology, Biology, Precision Medicine

    4.7 stars, 3.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Respiration, Anatomy, Cardiology, Immunology, Hematology, Capillary, Pathology, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Lifelong Learning

    4.8 stars, 44 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (44) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Stanford Online

    RNA Biology with Eterna

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology

    4.7 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (159) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Governance, Case Studies, Socioeconomics

    4.8 stars, 326 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • I

    Immersify

    Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Biology, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care

    4.7 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Physiology

    4.1 stars, 647 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (647) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, R (Software), Data Analysis Software, Differential Equations, Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Network Analysis, Laboratory Procedures, Simulations, Data Processing, Data Integration, Network Model, Biology

    4.4 stars, 991 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (991) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Biology, Estimation, Experimentation

    4.8 stars, 187 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Biology, Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Experimentation, Data Processing, Structural Analysis, Databases, Data Collection

    4.7 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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