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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


  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Scientific Methods

    4.8 stars, 2.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Respiration, Environment

    4.7 stars, 99 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (99) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Genetic Mapping and Microbial Genetic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Biology, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • D

    Duke University

    Medical Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology

    4.9 stars, 3.2K reviews, Advanced, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.2K) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Biology, Scientific Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Computational Thinking, Markov Model, Algorithms

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

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

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Scalability

    4.7 stars, 3.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods I

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology

    4.8 stars, 842 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    The Truth About Cats and Dogs

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Caregiving, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

    4.8 stars, 2.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Cancer Metastasis

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Cell Biology, Biology, Molecular Biology

    4.9 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Biology, Molecular Biology

    4.4 stars, 162 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (162) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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